FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 5, 2025
Contact: Jessica at Town of Windham Town Hall
518-734-4170
[email protected]

Town of Windham Annual Sandcastle Sculpture Contest

WINDHAM, NY – In celebration of the Fourth of July holiday weekend, the Town of Windham and Windham Foundation will host the fifth annual Stars & Stripes Sandcastle and Sculpture Contest at CD Lane Park Route 56 in Maplecrest, NY on Friday, July 4 from 11:00 am – 12:45 pm. Check-in begins at 10:45.

The Sandcastle and Sculpture Competition has become an annual tradition to welcome in the start of summer activities held at the park.  Children of all ages can participate in this wonderful family-friendly event.

“This event is all about families coming out to have fun,” said Windham Town Supervisor Thomas Hoyt.

Using tools of the trade— sand and water—plus whatever can be found in nature to decorate their creation, children of all ages will have a chance to win prizes for the most creative or skillfully crafted sand structure.  Extra points will be given for patriotic designs.

Participants are encouraged to bring beach spades, shovels, and pails to facilitate their design. Beach chairs, blankets, towels, sun hats, sun block and bathing suits are also recommended.  As a reminder, all children must be accompanied by an adult.

To top the day off, ice cream will be served, compliments of Hickory Hill Market.  After the competition, plan to spend the day by enjoying all CD Lane Park has to offer: BBQ grills, children’s playground, softball field, beach volleyball, frisbee golf, basketball courts, a beach, fishing, paddle boats and canoes, walking and hiking trails.

Registration forms can be found at:  https://townofwindhamny.com/.  Email registration forms to [email protected] or mail to Windham Town Hall, PO Box 96, Hensonville, NY 12439.  You can also register at CD Lane Park the day of the sandcastle competition.

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Entry Form