Canceled: 40th Annual Bethany Beach Boardwalk Arts Festival
DUE TO THE FORECASTED INCLEMENT WEATHER ON SEPTEMBER 9TH , THE 40TH ANNUAL BETHANY BEACH BOARDWALK ARTS FESTIVAL HAS BEEN CANCELLED. THE 2019 FESTIVAL IS SCHEDULED FOR SEPTEMBER 7TH.
Due to the Cancellation of the Arts Festival = No Silent Auction. You are able to donate towards the local school programs by selecting "Donation Only- Registration" if you cannot attend this event.
Thank you for your support! Donations are tax deductible.
The 40th Annual Art's Festival in downtown Bethany Beach will be held September 8, 2018 from 10 am - 5 pm. This year's event includes over 100 fine artists featuring paintings, wood work, metal, clay, baskets, jewelry, porcelain, and more!
Due to the Cancellation of the Arts Festival = No Silent Auction. You are able to donate towards the local school programs by selecting "Donation Only- Registration" if you cannot attend this event.
Thank you for your support! Donations are tax deductible.
The 40th Annual Art's Festival in downtown Bethany Beach will be held September 8, 2018 from 10 am - 5 pm. This year's event includes over 100 fine artists featuring paintings, wood work, metal, clay, baskets, jewelry, porcelain, and more!
SUPPORTING ARTS IN THE COMMUNITY
Silent Auction
The annual event also serves as a fundraiser for the arts programs at four local elementary 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.
Meet the Artist
Support art education by capping off the 40th Annual Bethany Beach Boardwalk Festival Weekend at the Meet the Artist Brunch on Sunday, September 23rd at Good Earth Market. Learn more about John Donato and his last ten years working as a local artist. All guests will enjoy a special brunch menu created by Good Earth Market's Chef, Nino Mancari and a cash bar. All proceeds benefit art programs in local schools. Info & Tickets here.
Parking:
Parking is available in down town Bethany Beach. The Town of Bethany Beach will run the normal trolley schedule. Due to the popularity of the show, St. Ann's Catholic Church has graciously offered their lots to our visitors only a 10 minute walk to town.
Volunteers:
We are looking for volunteers throughout the day to assist with parking, artists check-in, information booths, silent auction, and clean up. View the list of volunteer positions and times here. Contact events@bethany-fenwick.org with questions.
Thank you!
- A special thank you to the Town of Bethany Beach for the generous use of their beautiful downtown area.
- Thank you to Delmarva Two-Way Radio to allow staff and volunteers to communicate throughout the day to provide the smoothest show possible!
- Thank you to St. Ann's Catholic Church for generously providing additional event parking!
In the event that inclement weather is forecasted that poses a threat to public safety, the festival has a rain date scheduled of Sunday, September 9, 2018. All announcements regarding show date will be made on this web site.
2018 Bethany Beach Boardwalk Artists - Booth # & Artist Name
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Date and Time
Sunday Sep 9, 2018
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM EDT
Saturday, September 8, 2018
Artist Exhibit: 10 am - 5 pm
Silent Auction & Scholarship Voting: 10 am - 2 pm
Sunday, September 9, 2018
Meet the Artist Brunch 10:00am - 1:00pm
Info & Tickets here
Fees/Admission
Festival is free to the public
Contact Information
302-539-1919
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