• Friday, September 11th 
  • ​Meet the Artists Reception: 5PM - 7PM 
• Saturday, September 12th
  • Main Exhibit: 10AM - 4PM

Saturday Schedule of Events

• Live Radio Broadcast: Details coming soon
• Live Entertainment: Details coming soon
• Bethany Beach Boardwalk Arts Festival - Main Exhibit - Downtown Bethany Beach from 10:00 to 4:00pm
• Silent Auction - Sponsored by Custom Mechanical - Bandstand from 10:00am - 2:00pm; winners contacted by 3:00pm
• Wine Tasting - details to come!
• Scavenger Hunt - Complete for a chance to win a prize! 
  • Grab a Scavenger Hunt printout at the nearest Arts Festival info tent.
  • Visit participating businesses and find the local student artwork inside.
  • Drop off your completed printout at the Arts Festival info tent or at Bethany Beach Books until end of day Sunday (9/13).

IMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION:
Parking:
Click here to learn more about public parking in Bethany Beach. 

*Note that St. Ann's Church will NOT be an event shuttle stop in 2026.

Rain Date / Cancellation Policy
The Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce will notify all artists no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, September 11. Artists will be notified via email. The Chamber will post all announcements regarding the Bethany Beach Boardwalk Arts Festival homepage and on social media - @bethanybeachartsfestival. Artists who cannot attend the rain date will not be issued refunds.
If the Bethany Beach Boardwalk Arts Festival is postponed to the rain date of Sunday, September 13th:

• The show hours will remain the same, 10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.
• Set up and check in will still follow the Saturday schedule (schedule noted on previous page)
• Artists must be present at the show. No stand-ins or artist’s representatives are permitted.

If the event is cancelled completely by the Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce for any reason all participating artists will be issued a 100% refund of their booth fee or the option to defer their booth payment to the 2027 show. Artists will not be reimbursed for any other incurred expenses (e.g. accommodations, travel expenses, tent rentals, advertising, etc.

Accommodations:
Bethany Beach Ocean Suites: Exceed your travel expectations at Bethany Beach Ocean Suites Residence Inn. Nestled on the Bethany Beach boardwalk, our oceanfront hotel surrounds you with the excitement of the sun, sand, and sea while spoiling you with sophisticated style.

Fenwick Shores: In the heart of Fenwick Island, half a mile from Fenwick Island State Park. Daily breakfast, parking, and complimentary WiFi. Enjoy a 24-hour fitness center, free guest laundry, and two restaurants.

Hotel Bethany Beach: Just blocks from the ocean, the ideal family destination awaits. Offering a central locale, comfortable accommodations, and a sparkling outdoor pool-guests love exploring the area's best restaurants, tax-free shopping, bike trails, golf courses, and beaches at our Bethany Beach hotel. 

Good Earth: Just minutes from Bethany Beach, Good Earth offers a variety of lodging options including Loft Apartments, the Cottages, and a campground. They book fast, so be sure to book by the first week of August!

Artist Information:
Accepted Artists, purchase your advertisement in the Arts Festival Program. Send your ad to communications@thequietresorts.com by Friday, July 10.

Certificate of Insurance:
All artists must have a certificate of insurance with them on the date of the event. Please add Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce as "additionally insured" on your certificate of insurance for the date of the event. If you do not already have insurance and are interested in purchasing short-term event insurance, please click the link for more information from ACT Insurance.
2026 Bethany Beach Boardwalk Arts Festival
ACT (artists, nonfood vendors) https://app.actinsurance.com/events/13852