Each year sand sculptors from all over the world travel to East Beach in Galvaston for the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Sandcastle Competition.

For almost two decades in the first part of June, Houston area architects, designers, engineers and contractors have taken their tools to East Beach in Galveston for what is considered one of the world’s largest sandcastle competitions. The Houston Chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) sponsors this annual contest where some 80 teams have their eyes (and shovels) set on winning the prestigious "Golden Bucket" award.

Website  www.aiasandcastle.com