Durban’s Golden Mile is known for its sand castle sculptures – fun and funky creations by urban artists that not only show off the city’s landmarks and icons but even provide the odd sarcastic dig at the “hoi polloi” and happenings that are in the news.
SUGGESTED CAPTION: Putting in “much needed practise” before the Sandcastle challenge this Saturday are: Kyro Brower, Aaliyah Mia and Kerry Ann Brown
Now, in preparation for the arrival of Starbucks in the city, the very newsmakers themselves will be squaring up for a sand castle building contest like no other together with anyone who is interested in spending time on the beach and joining in on the challenge.
Hosted by Starbucks and Durban Tourism on Saturday, November 18, this event will see the general public, together with well-known local print and online media as well as radio personalities swap their laptops and microphones for buckets and spades as they go up against each other and the Starbucks teams, representing the Florida Road store (opening on Saturday, November 25) and Gateway store opening early December), to burrow, mould and shape their way to a win – with fabulous Starbucks prizes up for grabs!
One journo who was found getting some tips from the professionals and honing her skills near the surf explained: “Rest assured, sand will fly before the day is over. We’re very competitive and each team will be determined to build the ultimate sandcastle. The only problem is that the last time I did this, I was about five!”
The sand castle clash starts at 8am and ends at 11am. Be sure to make your way to North Beach on the Golden Mile (opposite the skateboard park) to cheer on the participants and join in on some classic Durban fun in the sun.
For those interested in participating, register with [email protected] or come on the day to enjoy a fun filled morning spending time with family and friends building sandcastles.