2026 Rehoboth Beach Arts Festival

The Rehoboth Art League and the City of Rehoboth Beach are partnering to produce the sixth annual Rehoboth Beach Arts Festival, held Saturday, May 16, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM in Grove Park, Rehoboth Beach. The event is free and open to the public and attracts over 2,500 visitors. This is a juried event open to Rehoboth Art League members only. Membership must remain current from registration through the event date.

Artists must submit five images: four of their work and one of their booth display. All work must be original, created within the past two years, and 100% created by the artist. Machine-made or mass-produced work is not permitted. The jury process is blind and decisions are based on quality, uniqueness, consistency, and professionalism of artwork and booth display. Artists wishing to exhibit in multiple mediums must apply separately for each category. Giclée and other prints must be identified as limited editions (numbered and signed). Only 2D photography is allowed; photography reproduced on commercial or functional items is prohibited.

Booth spaces are 11' x 11' tents (accommodating a 10' x 10' tent) located along the paved walking path. All tents must be white. Artists must provide their own tent, display, weights, and furniture. Setup begins at 8:00 AM; artists must remove vehicles to remote parking by 9:30 AM. Breakdown must be completed by 7:00 PM. The event is rain or shine. Artists are responsible for protecting their artwork and display from weather. No smoking or vaping is permitted. Artists must be present with their work during the event.

Application deadline: January 26, 2026 at 4:00 PM. Registration fee: $25 (non-refundable). Booth fee (if accepted): $300, due by March 2, 2026. Acceptance notifications will be sent by email by February 9, 2026. Refunds are available prior to March 16, 2026, minus a $25 administrative fee. Contact Nick Serratore, Exhibitions Director, at [email protected] with submission questions.