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Play sand in Venice — the quick facts

Full truck (21 tons)
From $59.09/ton, delivery included
Small load (2 tons)
From $735.86 delivered
Minimum order
1 ton. Smaller loads cost more per ton because delivery is included
Lead time
2–3 business days, on a weekday you choose
One truck carries
About 21 tons
ZIPs we deliver
34285–34293
Local ground
Sandy flatwoods soil
Best months
October–May

Prices updated Nov 10, 2026

Play Sand Delivered in Venice, FL

Soft, fine sand for backyard sandboxes, play areas and sensory tables at home, schools and daycares. Finer and softer than fill or construction sand. The ground around Venice stays wet after rain, so plan the delivery for a dry spell: wet sand is heavy and hard to spread. October–May is the easiest time to have it delivered.

From $59.09/ton on a full truck (21 tons), delivery included. Smaller loads cost more per ton because delivery is included: 2 tons from $735.86 delivered. Prices updated Nov 10, 2026

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Delivery in 2–3 business days, on a weekday you choose

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  • Professional dump-truck delivery
  • Delivery in 2–3 business days, on a weekday you choose

How much play sand do I need?

Includes 15% extra for settling and edges. Prices shown are the lowest delivered price in Venice; your exact price depends on your ZIP.

ProjectNeededOrderDeliveredQuote
Backyard sandbox, 8 ft × 8 ft × 10 in≈ 3.0 tons3 tonsfrom $759.48
Residential playground, 200 sq ft × 12 in≈ 11.1 tons12 tonsfrom $987.60
Backyard sand court, 20 ft × 30 ft × 9 in≈ 24.9 tons25 tonsfrom $1,927.75

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Other sizes: play sand calculator →

Play sand vs fill sand: which do you need?

Play sand

Choose play sand for sandboxes, play areas, and recreation: it's finer and softer than fill sand.

Fill Sand

Choose fill sand for backfill, bedding, and grading — it's cheaper and compacts well but isn't cleaned for play.

Fill sand delivery in Venice, FL →

What to know about play sand in Venice

Local ground

The ground here is sandy flatwoods that stays wet, so place play sand once the ground has dried, and grade it so water runs off instead of pooling.

Drainage

The ground around Venice stays wet after rain, so plan the delivery for a dry spell: wet sand is heavy and hard to spread.

Best months

Around Venice: October–May. Drier ground means cleaner spreading and better truck access.

How play sand delivery works

  • A dump truck tips the load in one pile. One truck carries about 21 tons.
  • Dumped from the street or driveway. A backyard works if the entrance is wide enough. Off the public road, you take responsibility for any damage.
  • Best if someone is there to show the driver the spot. Not required: ask for a photo of the drop.
  • Delivery in 2–3 business days, on a weekday you choose.

Play sand delivery in Venice: FAQ

How much does play sand delivery cost in Venice?

Delivery is included in every price. Play sand starts at $59.09/ton on a full truck (21 tons, $1,240.89). There's no separate delivery fee, so smaller loads cost more per ton. The minimum order is 1 ton. In 34285, 34292 and 34293, 2 tons is $735.86 and 6 tons is $832.32 delivered. Enter your ZIP above for your exact price.

How much play sand do I need for a backyard sandbox in Venice?

For a backyard sandbox of 8 ft × 8 ft × 10 in, plan on about 3.0 tons. Your own size and depth change the amount: set them in the quote form on this page for the exact amount and your delivered price in Venice.

Do you deliver play sand to all of Venice?

Yes. We deliver bulk play sand across Venice and to nearby towns in Sarasota County. Enter your ZIP to confirm your address is in range and see your delivered price.

How soon can I get play sand delivered in Venice?

Delivery takes 2–3 business days. You pick the weekday at checkout, and a later date is fine too.

Do I need to be home for the play sand delivery?

Best if someone is there to show the driver the spot. Not required: ask for a photo of the drop.

Can the truck drop the play sand in my backyard?

Dumped from the street or driveway. A backyard works if the entrance is wide enough. Off the public road, you take responsibility for any damage.

When is the best time to order play sand in Venice?

October–May is the easier window: drier ground means cleaner spreading and better truck access. We deliver year-round; just avoid scheduling right after heavy summer rain if access is tight.

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