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Circles in the Sand would not be possible without the generosity of our community, and we want to take a moment to recognize two sponsors whose continued support means a great deal to us this year: The Inn at Face Rock and Bandon Dunes Charitable Foundation. The Inn at Face Rock The Inn at Face Rock sits about a mile down the road on Beach Loop Drive from where our labyrinths take shape every few weeks, and their support reflects a genuine investment in what happens on the sa

Our next Circles in the Sand draw series kicks off today at Face Rock Wayside in Bandon, Oregon. We're hoping for good sand and beautiful weather to match, and we can't wait to share the designs with you. Walk Schedule Thursday, July 16. 2026 — Walk begins at 9:00 AM Friday, July 17, 2026 — Walk begins at 9:00 AM Saturday, July 18, 2026 — Walk begins at 10:00 AM Come early to watch the labyrinth take shape, then join us for a walk once the raking is complete. A Sneak Peek Her

What a series. We had three wonderful days on the sand here in Bandon, Oregon, July 2-4th, drawing labyrinths at Face Rock Wayside and soaking up everything this stretch of coast has to offer. One of the small gifts of this particular series was the sand itself. We had enough of it in just the right places to tuck our labyrinths in behind Cathedral Rock, which gave everyone a bit of a break from the strong winds on two of the three days. Anyone who has walked with us on a bl

Day One, July 2: Hearts on the Sand at Cathedral Rock The sand was ready, the tide cooperated, and today we kicked off our three-day July draw series with a heart-themed labyrinth set against the dramatic backdrop of Cathedral Rock. There's something especially fitting about drawing hearts in the shadow of one of Bandon's most iconic formations — a reminder of why we do this work, together, on this beach. Team photographer Charlie Wollertz was on hand to capture the morning,

Take a walk on the Sand We're heading back to the beach. Our next Circles in the Sand draw series kicks off tomorrow, and we couldn't be more excited to share three mornings of low tides, fresh air, and beautiful labyrinths with you. Here's the lineup: Wednesday, June 17 — 9:00 AM Thursday, June 18 — 9:00 AM Friday, June 19 — 10:00 AM The tides are looking fantastic across all three days, and the weather is shaping up to be gorgeous, exactly the kind of conditions that make

Day two of our three-day labyrinth draw on the southern Oregon coast We're in the middle of a three-day draw series here in Bandon, and there is still time to be part of it. Whether you've walked with us before or have been quietly curious, today is a beautiful moment to come. Each day we trace a fresh labyrinth at the water's edge, drawn by hand, walked in peace, and returned to the sea by the tide. The ocean doesn't rush us. Neither do we. Bandon's southern Oregon coastline

Our May Draw Series Comes to a Close Posted May 20, 2026 The tide has come and gone, and with it, another beautiful chapter of Circles in the Sand has drawn to a close. Our three-day draw series wrapped up on May 20th, and what a series it was. Over those three days, the beach came alive in the most wonderful way. Rakes moved through the sand with intention and care, lines curved and spiraled into labyrinths, and intricate patterns emerged on what was a blank shoreline. Thank

We have three beautiful mornings coming up and we hope you will join us on the sand. Monday, May 18, at 9 AM, Tuesday, May 19, at 9 AM, and Wednesday, May 20, at 10 AM. The tides are in our favor and the forecast looks clear of morning rain. This is Bandon, so come prepared for wind, but the conditions are shaping up for a wonderful series. If you have never joined us for the opening talk before the draw walk begins, we encourage you to arrive a few minutes early. Each day we

A look back at Monday and Tuesday. Day One — Monday, May 4, 2026 The Master Takes the Sand What a way to open the week. Monday morning brought us back to our home beach at Face Rock Wayside for the first draw of the series, and it did not disappoint. With Denny leading the way in a special guest appearance, the labyrinth took shape beautifully against the backdrop of a stunning Oregon coast morning. Walkers joined us at 9:00 AM and the energy on the sand was everything we hop

Our next draw series begins tomorrow at Face Rock Wayside Monday, May 4 9:00 AM Tuesday, May 5 9:00 AM Wednesday, May 6 10:00 AM We are thrilled to be heading back to the sand for our next Circles in the Sand draw series, kicking off tomorrow, Monday, May 4th, and running through Wednesday, May 6th. Our home beach at Face Rock Wayside awaits, and with three days of beautiful weather in the forecast, we're hoping for plenty of perfect canvas to create our labyrinths. We are ex

May 2, 2026 There is something quietly powerful about the act of walking a labyrinth. Unlike a maze, there are no dead ends, no wrong turns — just a single winding path that leads you inward and then back out again. This Saturday, May 2, that ancient practice takes on a global dimension, as thousands of people around the world participate in World Labyrinth Day. A Rolling Wave of Peace World Labyrinth Day is celebrated every year on the first Saturday in May. What makes it ex

April 2026 • Bandon, Oregon Three days. Perfect sand. Cathedral Rock standing watch. That's how the 2026 Circles in the Sand season began. We couldn't have asked for better conditions to open our summer season, well, mostly. Sunday and Tuesday were ideal, and drawing in front of Cathedral Rock reminded us all why we keep coming back to this remarkable stretch of Oregon coast year after year. Monday had other ideas: the rain arrived right before walk time, softening the artw

There’s something quietly special about this morning. It's the first day of Circles in the Sand for 2026. Before most of the world is fully awake, we’re already on the beach, watching the light shift over the shoreline and feeling the anticipation build with each passing minute. The labyrinth will be ready to walk at 9:00 AM (or when it's ready. We are on beach time after all). For the past couple of hours, our team has been raking the sand with intention, creating a path

Season 12 Begins There is something about the first lines drawn in the sand each season that feels both brand new and deeply familiar. On Sunday, April 19, 2026, we begin our 12th season of Circles in the Sand, and we could not be more excited to return to the beach, rakes in hand, hearts open to whatever unfolds. This year opens with a three-day draw series, April 19, 20, and 21. Walk times are 9:00 AM on the 19th and 20th, and 10:00 AM on the 21st. As always, those early mo

On this Giving Tuesday, please consider making a financial contribution to Circles in the Sand. Click on this link, https://gofund.me/4c48d1043 If our efforts have had a positive impact on your life, we would greatly appreciate hearing your story. We have high hopes for carrying on our efforts in the upcoming season, and your backing could be the key to making it a reality. With gratitude, Team Circles

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