Let's go to the beach

AIA Houston to Host 2021 Sandcastle Competition in Galveston

Grab your sand bucket, we’re headed to the beach.

08/06/2021 By Amarie Gipson

Life's a Beach

Remember These Creations from Annual AIA Sandcastle Competition in Galveston?

Covid swept away this summer's iteration of the popular beachy pastime, but that doesn't mean we can't enjoy some masterpieces from years past.

08/21/2020 Photography by Emma Schkloven

Sand Man

The Travis Scott-inspired creation was just one of dozens of spectacular structures at last weekend's 2019 AIA Sandcastle Competition.

08/29/2019 By Morgan Kinney

Sandy cheeks

Are you ready for some really, really big sandcastles?

08/23/2018 By Morgan Kinney

Texas Beaches

And with more hotel rooms than residents, there’s something for every budget in this quirky coastal village.

06/14/2017 By Michael Hardy

Ice House

Winning big in Galveston's annual competition means going against the grain.