Pier 60 Sugar Sand Festival

For about two weeks each spring (late March into April; the 2026 edition ran March 27-April 12), world-class sand sculptors build a 24,000-square-foot themed sculpture exhibit right on Clearwater Beach at Pier 60. Beyond the ticketed sculpture walk, there are free nightly beach concerts, fireworks, sand-sculpting classes, and artisan vendors.

Why our team sends guests here

Buy the sculpture-exhibit ticket for just before sunset, then stay for the free concert and Pier 60's nightly sunset celebration — three events for one parking spot.