Fire & Ice Festival "In the First State" - Taste of Bethany - REGISTRATION CLOSED

Registration has closed for this event!

The Fire & Ice Festival has been rescheduled for February 6 - 8th, for more favorable festival weather and travel conditions.  The Taste of Bethany Tour will now be held on February 6th!

If you already purchased tickets, you should have an email with details on the date change.  Tickets are nonrefundable but you can transfer them to friends/family and let us know the new ticketholders' names, if you cannot attend.  

Enjoy a "Taste of Bethany" to kick off your Fire & Ice Festival weekend on Friday, February 6th!

New this year, Fire & Ice "In the First State" is offering a limited number of tickets that invite guests along a self-guided walking tour of downtown Bethany Beach! Ticketholders will be offered a sample, savory or sweet, from up to 10 different participating restaurants and shops.

Pre-purchase a Taste of Bethany Beach ticket online for $25. Visit all participating restaurants and shops with your Tour Card. The card will be honored Friday, February 6th from 12pm - 7pm. But don't let the fun end there! Return on Saturday to view the largest ice sculpture tour of the entire festival weekend.

Online ticket sales are non-refundable. 
Severe Weather Date: February 6, 2026

Tasting Tour Card Pick-Up Details
Pre-sold Tickets: $25
Pick-up Location: Bethany Beach Volunteer Fire Company
Dates: Friday, February 6th from 11 AM - 6 PM

*Proceeds from ticket sales will benefit the Bethany Beach Volunteer Fire Company* 

What you Receive with a Taste of Bethany Card

• One complimentary taste from each participating restaurant or retail store.
• Many participating locations offer festival specials or featured items!
• Supports local volunteer fire company.

Participating Businesses:
Bethany Beach Books
99 Garfield Pkwy. | Website
Hours of Operation: 
Sunday - Thursday: 9:00am - 7:00pm
Friday - Saturday: 9:00am - 9:00pm

Bethany Blues
6 N Pennsylvania Ave. | Website
Hours of Operation: 
Monday - Thursday: 4:00pm - 9:00pm
Friday: 4:00pm - 10:00pm
Saturday: 11:30am - 10:00pm
Sunday: 10:00am - 9:00pm

Bethany Sports Cards Plus
123 Garfield Pkwy. | Website
Hours of Operation: 
Monday - Thursday: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Friday - Sunday: 8:00am - 8:00pm

Fells Point Surf Company
114 Garfield Pkwy. | Website
Hours of Operation: 
Monday: 10:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday - Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 11:00am - 5:00pm
Friday - Saturday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday: 10:00am - 5:00pm

Femme Coastal Boutique
101 Garfield Pkwy. #6 | Website
Hours of Operation: 
Monday-Sunday: 10:00am - 6:00pm

Juice Box
8 N Pennsylvania Ave. | Website
Hours of Operation: 
Thursday - Sunday: 8:00am - 3:00pm

Mango's
97 Garfield Pkwy. | Website
Hours of Operation:
Monday-Wednesday: Closed
Thursday-Sunday: 11:00am - 11:30pm

Ocean 99
99 Hollywood St. | Website
Hours of Operation: 
Monday: Closed
Tuesday - Thursday: 12:00pm - 8:30pm
Friday - Saturday: 12:00pm - 9:00pm
Sunday: 12:00pm - 8:30pm

Su Casa
101 Garfield Pkwy. | Website
Hours of Operation: 
Monday - Sunday: 10:00am - 5:00pm

Tangerine Goods
101 Garfield Pkwy. | Website
Hours of Operation: 
Monday - Sunday: 10:00am - 9:30pm

Tidepool Toys & Games
98 Garfield Pkwy. #104 | Website
Hours of Operation: 
Friday - Sunday: 10:00am - 5:00pm

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