A winter wonderland at the beach.
The second annual Weekend Wonderland kicked off on Saturday, Dec. 3, offering visitors a chance to shop, dine and carol around the Christmas Tree on the Bandstand in Bethany Beach, Del.
The event is a collaboration between the town of Bethany Beach, Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce and the downtown businesses. It will take place every Saturday before Christmas.
“It’s a way to extend the season,” Julie Malewski, event director for the town of Bethany Beach, says. “Last Saturday acted as a way to start off the event.”
Due to Bethany’s high season is the summertime, Malewski says many think the town closes in August, but it doesn’t.
“This event, it’s just a way to get people here and to show that we’re still here. Last year is the first time the businesses got in on it and it caused a boom in profits for them and just made the whole town feel more festive.”
Bethany Beach welcomes patrons for the holidays (Photo: Bethany Beach)
Malewski says the event supports the hustle and bustle of the season by providing a festive atmosphere for holiday shopping. While patrons shop, various groups will hold performances and sing-alongs. After shopping, customers can indulge in the town’s many restaurants.
“It’s just a great way to celebrate the season for us as we ride out the year. Even if it’s cold, we’re still here enjoying the beach side festivities.”
Calendar of Events: Winter Wonderland
Saturday, Dec. 3rd
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Sitting with Santa Claus sponsored by Bethany Fine Arts Gallery
1 – 3 p.m. Holiday Happenings sponsored by the Town of Bethany Beach
– Click here to find out all the details
3 – 5 p.m. Mingle & Jingle: Meet Elsa and Anna
– Sponsored by Tidepool Toys and Games
5 p.m. Caroling and Cocoa featuring the Jesse Garron’s Elvis Tribute Band
– Bring non-perishable food items or warm clothes for Neighbors in Need
Saturday, Dec. 10th
1 – 3 p.m. Cookies with Santa (Visit with the Big Man Himself)
– sponsored by 99 Sea Level
3 – 5 p.m. Kid’s Christmas Crafts and Stories
– sponsored by Bethany Beach Books and Delaware Read Aloud
5 p.m. Caroling and Christmas Featuring the Selbyville Middle School Choir
-Around the Tree on the Bethany Bethany Beach Bandstand
-Stuff the Delaware Wave Car – Bring non-perishable food items or warm clothes
Saturday, Dec. 17th
1 – 3 p.m. Cookies with Santa (Visit with the Big Man Himself)
– Sponsored by 99 Sea Level
3 – 4:30 p.m. Family Holiday Fun with Elf
– Children, young and old, are invited to watch a free showing of the classic movie, Elf, at Bethany Beach Ocean Suites
– Popcorn and Juice will be provided
5 p.m. Caroling and Cocoa Featuring the Southern DE School of the Arts Choir
– Around the Tree at the Bethany Beach Bandstand
– Bring non-perishable food items or warm clothes
