The Freeman Arts Pavilion, located on Route 1 a couple of miles south of Bethany Beach near Selbyville, is an open-air performing arts venue that punches above its weight for a small beach town. The summer season runs from late June through August and typically includes concerts, theatre, dance performances, and family shows — the programming mixes local acts with touring performers from the mid-Atlantic region.
The pavilion format — open sides, grass lawn seating alongside fixed chairs — means you can bring a blanket and picnic if you prefer. Ticket prices are modest. Check the schedule in advance if you want to plan around a specific performance; good shows sell out, especially on summer weekends.