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45th Annual Bethany Beach Boardwalk Arts Festival

45th Annual Bethany Beach Boardwalk Arts Festival

The 45th Annual Bethany Beach Boardwalk Arts Festival in downtown Bethany Beach will be held on September 9, 2023 from 10 am - 5 pm. The popular one-day show features jewelry, glass, pottery, watercolor and oil paintings, photography, woodworking, and much more! Over 100 juried artists, both local and from around the country, will display their work along the bandstand, boardwalk, and streets of downtown Bethany Beach. For 45 years, festival-goers have savored the end of summer at the annual event, proving there is not a more beautiful backdrop for unique works of art. For more information, visit www.BethanyBeachArtsFestival.com. 

Event Map
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Schedule:
  • Friday, September 8
    • Meet the Artists Reception: 5PM - 7PM (RSVP Here)
  • Saturday, September 9
    • Main Exhibit: 10AM - 5PM
    • Dan Gaffney Show on Hollywood Street: 9AM - 12PM
    • Delaware Botanic Garden: Beach Mural Reveal: 9AM
    • Live Art Demo by OC Center for the Arts: 10AM - 1PM
    • Children's Corner: 10AM - 5PM
    • Live Music on Hollywood Street: 1PM - 3PM
    • Wine Tasting @ Harvest Tide: 2PM - 5PM (Get Tickets)
SUPPORTING ARTS IN THE COMMUNITY

Silent Auction
The annual event serves as a fundraiser for the arts programs at five local schools. The silent auction is comprised of pieces donated by participating artists, and is hosted on the Bethany Beach Bandstand from 10 am - 2 pm. The schools which benefit from the silent auction are Lord Baltimore Elementary School, Southern Delaware School of the Arts, John M. Clayton Elementary School, Phillip C. Showell Elementary School and Selbyville Middle School.


IMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION:

Parking

Visit here to learn more on public parking in Bethany Beach. Additional overflow parking will be available at St. Ann's Parish located at 691 Garfield Parkway, Bethany Beach from 10AM-2PM only. Jolly Trolley, sponsored by Renewal by Andersen, will be providing shuttle service between St. Ann's and the shuttle stop on the 200th block of Garfield Parkway (by the playground) in downtown Bethany Beach from 10AM-2PM.

Inclement Weather
In the event that inclement weather is forecasted that poses a threat to public safety, the festival has a rain date scheduled for Sunday, September 10, 2023. All announcements regarding the show date will be made on this website.

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 8. Artists will be notified via email. The Chamber will post all announcements regarding the Bethany Beach Boardwalk Arts Festival homepage and on social media. 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 11th:

  • The show hours will remain the same, 10:00 a.m.-5:00 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 2023 show. Artists will not be reimbursed for any other incurred expenses (e.g. accommodations, travel expenses, tent rentals, advertising, etc.

Artist Information:
Accepted Artists, purchase your advertisement in the Arts Festival Program. Complete this form and submit to Matt, communications@thequietresorts.com by Friday, July 14.

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.

Bethany Beach Boardwalk Arts Festival
Purchase ACT Policy Link: (artisans, crafters, exhibitors)
https://app.actinsurance.com/events/4954
 

Sponsorship Opportunities:
If you are interested in becoming a sponsor for the Bethany Beach Boardwalk Arts Festival, please see all available opportunities here. 

Volunteers:
If you would like to volunteer for the 45th Annual Bethany Beach Boardwalk Arts Festival, check out available opportunities here. Thanks to Heather's Home Works, our Artist and Volunteer Sponsor!

Complete Volunteer Waiver


Accommodations:
See below for deals in the surrounding areas for Art Show weekend! Check back for updates.


Bethany Beach Ocean Suites:
Just steps from the water and a world away from the business of life, you’ll discover Bethany Beach Ocean Suites Residence Inn. Located in the heart of the Bethany Beach Boardwalk, our fully renovated oceanfront hotel surrounds you with the excitement of sun, sand, sea and sophisticated style.

Use Code B2666 for a 10% Discount. to book your stay, CLICK HERE 

Hotel Bethany Beach: 
Just blocks from the ocean, your ideal family destination awaits. Offering a central locale, comfortable accommodations, and a sparkling outdoor pool.

Use Code Bethany Fenwick Area Chamber for a 10% Discount. Click HERE to book your stay.  

Fenwick Shores:
Use a 15% discount using this link
 

The Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing business throughout our area and promoting The Quiet Resorts as a year-round tourism destination. 

Event Sponsors

Transportation Sponsor
Renewal By Andersen
Media Sponsors
Coastal Point
Delaware Today
Forever Media Inc.
Artists & Volunteer Sponsor
Heather's Home Works, LLC
Festival Sponsor: Wine Tasting
Beach Liquors
Festival Sponsor: Meet the Artists
Comcast Business
Common Ground Hospitality
Festival Sponsor: Beach Mural
Delaware Botanic Gardens
Festival Sponsor: Silent Auction
Jayne's Reliable
Festival Sponsor: Parkwood Entrance
McKee Builders
Festival Sponsor: Boardwalk Entrance
Creative Concepts - Ocean View
Festival Sponsor: Shopping Bag
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty
The Evergreene Companies
Bethany Beach Books
Bethany Beach Books -The Book Drop
Vacasa Vacation Rentals
Festival Sponsor: Live Music
WatchFUL Eyes LLC
Communication Sponsor
Delmarva Two-Way Radio, Inc.

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Event Sponsors

Supporting Sponsor
Taylor Bank
Date and Time

Saturday Sep 9, 2023
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM EDT

Saturday, September 9, 2023

Artists Exhibit
Bandstand, Boardwalk, Garfield Pkwy., Hollywood St. & Parkwood Ave.
10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Silent Auction
Bandstand
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Silent auction items can be picked up starting at 3:00 pm

Location

Downtown Bethany Beach

Bethany Beach Boardwalk Bethany Beach DE 19930

Fees/Admission

Festival is free to the public
 

Website

Bethany Beach Boardwalk Arts Festival

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