Delaware’s Fire & Ice Festival, hosted by the Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce, is a weekend-long, multi-town winter festival located in The Quiet Resorts™. Ice sculptures, masterfully carved to match a new theme each year are on display. Food trucks, fire pits, live entertainment and a ton of family-friendly activities round out the festival which is free to attend.
The BFACC is excited kick off a year-long celebration of Delaware’s 250th anniversary with the 2026 Fire & Ice Festival: In the First State. As a Delaware 250 partner, this year’s festival will honor all things Delaware. Explore sculptures and events that recognize the first state, such as the Delaware’s 250th History Celebration Expo and the Southeast Sussex Historical Trail.
It’s official! View almost 70,000 pounds of ice at this year’s festival, masterfully carved by The Ice God.
The Quiet Resorts x Paul Carpenter “In the First State” collection is here!
For a limited time only, shop the exclusive design by artist Paul Carpenter which commemorates Delaware’s 250th anniversary.
A portion of the proceeds benefit Delaware State Parks. *While supplies last.
PICK-UP UPDATE:
Due to the rescheduled dates of the Fire & Ice Festival, pre-ordered merchandise may be picked up at the Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce Fenwick Office on Friday, January 30th from 9AM-5PM or Saturday, January 31st from 9AM-1PM.
Pickup will still be available at the 2026 Fire & Ice Festival merch tent in downtown Bethany Beach on Friday, February 6th & Saturday, February 7th from 12-7pm.
