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Siesta Key Crystal Classic 2026: A Four-Day Weekend of Amazing Sand Art and Island Fun
Marcus Chen
Marcus Chen
Managing Editor · St. Paul, MN
Marcus manages the day-to-day editorial workflow across all brands, coordinating coverage assignments and ensuring editorial standards are met. He previously served as city editor at the Pioneer Press and holds a degree in Political Science from Carleton College.
More from Marcus →Managing Editor · Thursday, October 29, 2026 at 5:00 AM · 1 min read
Every November, one of Florida’s most famous beaches becomes something much more than a destination for sunshine and swimming. Siesta Beach turns into an enormous open-air art gallery as internationally recognized sand sculptors transform its brilliant white quartz sand into towering, remarkably detailed works of art. The Siesta Key Crystal Classic Sandsculpting Festival returns Friday, November 13 through Monday, November 16, 2026, bringing 24 world-class sand sculptors to Siesta Beach for four days of competition, demonstrations, entertainment, food, shopping and family activities. For visitors from Sarasota, Bradenton and communities throughout Florida’s Suncoast, the Crystal Classic can easily become much more than a few hours at the beach. With restaurants, Siesta Key Village, live entertainment and other island activities nearby, it is an ideal excuse for a full weekend getaway. The Sand Sculptures Are the Stars The professional sculptures are the centerpiece of the weekend. Twen
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