Sand Sculpting Australia
Frankston Waterfront 2011/2012
 |
Sand Sculpting Australia's 2011/12 season closed on
26 April
Congratulations to the 100 000th visitor, Elaine from Heidelberg who took her two grandchildren on the last day of the event.
We look forward to the 2012/13 season opening on Boxing Day.
'Toytopia'
After four spectacular seasons of sand sculptures on the Waterfront, Frankston is definitely the home of sand sculpting in Australia. And this summer's event is shaping up to be the biggest and best yet!
For four months from Boxing Day, Frankston Waterfront will again be transformed as 3,500 tonnes of sand is carved into spectacular sculptures. This year, Sand Sculpting Australia's team of talented International and Australian sculptors will bring to 'life' in meticulous detail the magical world of "Toytopia".
You will enter a wondrous land where favourite childhood playthings from years gone by mix with those from today. You can see spinning tops, a Jack-in-a-box, cuddly teddy bears, tin soldiers, building blocks, race cars, a rocking horse, dolls of every shape and size, and all the other toys that give joy to the young and the young at heart.
Integrated with the sculptures will be children's activities including Sand Sculpting Workshops, Sand Art, Sand Bottles, Sand Diggers and our "NEW" Giant Sand Pit. Plus, on weekends and school holidays, there will be Roving Entertainers from Cirque Mystique, Face Painting and, for the first time, Speed Carving will be showcased. Check the daily update on the website www.sandstormevents.com.au or at the ticket box for a timetable of activities.
Tickets can be purchased on the day of your visit at the event or at the Frankston Visitor Information Centre. "Early Bird" tickets will be available from the Frankston Visitor Information Centre for four weeks from November 14. These tickets can be used on any day of the event and can be purchased at a discounted rate of 10% off regular prices.
Location
Frankston Waterfront
Nepean Highway
Frankston
Melways ref: 100A B8
Dates
Open every day from Monday, 26 December, 2011 to Thursday, 26 April 2012.
Times
December and January
Daily 10:00am to 7:00pm
February, March, April
Monday to Thursday - 10:00am - 4:00pm
Friday to Sunday - 10:00am - 6:00pm
Tickets:
Available from -
Sand Sculpting Australia ticket box (cash only)
Frankston Visitor Information Centre (cash, credit & EFTPOS)
Online at www.visitfrankston.com
(10% discount "Early Bird" tickets are available from the Visitor Information Centre and online from November 14 to December 18.)
Prices
Includes all-day entry into exhibition (pass outs available)
- Adults $12.50
- Concession $10.00
- Children (4-12) $9.00
- Children (under 4) No charge
- Family (2 adults & 2 children) $36.00, extra children $6.00 each
- Pre-booked Group - 15+ people $7.00 per person - 20+ people $6.00 per person
Group bookings price includes a 'Welcome' talk. Guided tour extra $25.00 per group.
Groups must be pre-booked to receive the Group Bookings discount.
Pre-purchase Tickets
If you would like to pre-purchase tickets, for yourself or as a gift, contact the Frankston Visitor Information Centre on 1300 322 842.
*Concession - Current card must be shown. Senior's cards, Student card, Pension cards and Disability cards are accepted. (Health Care card is not accepted). Carers with current card are no charge.
Bookings:
To receive the group booking rate, you must pre-book. Bookings can be made by telephoning (03) 5986 6684 or emailing admin@sandstormevents.com.au
Sponsors:
- Frankston City
- Abigroup
- Quest Frankston
- Bayside Shopping Centre
- Mix 101.1
- Leader Newspapers
- Streets
Please note that this event is family oriented and child friendly, therefore it is a smoke free venue and alcohol is not permitted. Likewise, dogs are not permitted within the exhibition (guide dogs, hearing guide dogs and guide dogs in training excepted). Wheelchair access is provided.
For more information
For further information visit Sand Sculpting Australia's website or phone 1300 322 842.