Calendar of Events
| Ongoing Events 2012 Dogfish Head Brewery Tours Free guided tours Tuesday through Saturday afternoons at the brewery located in Cannery Village Center in downtown Milton. Call 302-684-1000 or visit www.dogfish.com. Historic Lewes Farmers Market Lewes Historical District, corner of Third & Shipcarpenter Streets. Every Saturday May 26-Sept. 29 from 8 a.m. to Noon. 302-664-1436. WSFS Bank Summer Music Concert Series Stango Park (next to the Lewes Library) at 7 p.m.- Free Weekly outdoor concerts on Tuesdays May 31- Aug. 30. (Rain date- following evening) Bring your own chair or blanket. Bethany Beach Farmers Market Every Sunday July 1-Sept. 2. 8 a.m.- 12 p.m. Free! PNC Parking Lot, corner of Garfield Pkwy. & Pennsylvania Ave., Bethany Beach. www.bethanybeachfarmersmarket.com. Delaware Breakwater East End LIGHTHOUSE Tour One Saturday & one Wednesday each month June- . June 2 & 16, July 14 & 28, Aug. 11 & 25, Sept. 8. Take a short boat ride and walk in the steps of the lighthouse keeper! Ages 13+, Reservations required. 203-644-7046. www.leweschamber.com. Cabaret Opens June 28. Summer Season. During the rise of Nazi power in 1930’s Germany, American writer Cliff falls for the seductive chanteuse Sally Bowles and becomes entangled in a world of decadence and ever-increasing fear. 20 Baltimore Ave. (Beach Block), Rehoboth Beach. 302-644-3810. www.clearspaceproductions.org. Annie Opens June 30. Summer Season. The timeless tale of Little Orphan Annie has delighted audiences for decades, and now this feisty little girl’s big city adventures are coming to life at the beach. 20 Baltimore Ave. (Beach Block), Rehoboth Beach. 302-644-3810. www.clearspaceproductions.org. Broadway at the Beach Opens July 5. Summer Season. Why trek to the city this summer when you can get the greatest hits of Broadway just steps from the sand? All-new revue of contemporary and pop/rock hits from the musical thetre repertoire. 20 Baltimore Ave. (Beach Block), Rehoboth Beach. 302-644-3810. www.clearspaceproductions.org. May May 18-20 9th Annual Sidewalk Sale Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce. 10 a.m.- 8 p.m. daily. Weekend for deals and fabulous finds! 302-227-6446 or 800-441-1329. www.rehomain.com/calendar.html. May 19 Diamondback Dash 5K 9 a.m.- 2 p.m. Benefits the Center for the Inland Bays. Race starts at Indian River Inlet. www.inlandbays.org. May 19 Boat Drinks Bacchanal 12:30-5 p.m. North Beach in Dewey Beach (plenty of free parking). It will be a fin-tastic time! Featuring Jim Morris & The Big Bamboo Band. Admission. For more info brucewright@att.net or 302-542-7651. www.wellnessdelaware.org. May 20 3rd Annual DE-feet Breast Cancer 5K 9 a.m. rain or shine. Tanger Outlets Seaside. Run–Walk–Sleepwalk–Form a Team–Come for the fun–All participants receive a t-shirt–Awards in all categories. Proceeds benefit Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition. $20 per person ($25 after May 13) http://debreastcancer.org/walk to register or for more information. May 21 4th Annual Walt Wagamon Golf Classic 1-6 p.m. Benefits The Wellness Community- DE. Rehoboth Beach Yacht & Country Club. www.wellnessdelaware.org. May 26 Artisans Fair Housed at the Millville Fire Hall on Rte. 26 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., over 40 local artisans showcase a wide variety of art work, apparel and accessories, jewelry, photography, ceramics and more. There is also a bake sale, hourly raffles, an auction and range of refreshments for purchase. Admission is free and there’s ample parking. Proceeds benefit scholarship funds for Indian River High School students. 302-829-8546. May 25 Overfalls Lightship Opening Party 6:30-9 p.m. The official gala kickoff of the Lightship Overfalls’ season. Fun, food & prizes. Virden Retreat & Conference Center. University of Delaware Lewes Campus on Pilottown Rd. www.leweschamber.com. May 26 Milton/Prime Hook Shorebird & Horseshoe Crab Festival Fun, games, food, races on the Broadkill River and environmental lessons all together in one festival! Downtown Milton and at the Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge. www.leweschamber.com. June June 1-3 NASCAR Weekend www.doverspeedway.com. June 2 Prime Hook/Lower Sussex Bassmasters’ Youth Fishing Tournament Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge, Turkle Pond Rd. www.leweschamber.com. June 2 Bethany Beach Seaside Craft Show A juried craft show on the Bethany Beach Boardwalk, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. www.townofbethanybeach.com. June 2-3 South Side Shoot Out Indian River Inlet. For more info visit www.skimusa.org. June 2-28 Annual Photographic Art Exhibit and Sale The Coastal Camera Club will again present to the public its annual photographic art exhibit and sale a the Nassau Valley Vineyards in Lewes. An Artists Reception will be held on June 10, 2-4 p.m. Open daily Monday-Saturday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sundays noon-5 p.m. www.coastalcameraclub.com. June 3-9 Downtown Rehoboth Restaurant Week 3-course $20 or $30 prix-fixe meals at more than 20 eateries in the Restaurant Capital of Delaware! Indulge! 302-227-2772. www.rehomain.com/calendar.html. June 9 “Best of the Beach” Beebe Art Auction 23rd Annual Art Auction, Dinner, and Dance. Fine art, fine food, live and silent auctions. Call 6 p.m. 302-644-2900 for tickets. www.rehobothartleague.org. June 10-17 Inaugural ResortQuest Pro Women’s Open at Sea Colony Sea Colony Tennis Center. Professional women’s singles and doubles tennis tournament. Qualifying June 10-11, 32-player main draw and doubles play starting June 12. $10,000 prize money. Free to spectators. www.seacolonytennis.net/pages/index.cfm?siteid=14402 June 16 SeaSide Train Show 100 dealers, 4 operating train layouts Rehoboth Beach Convention Center. 302-537-5557. June 16 Lewes Garden Tour Tour the “hidden” gardens of Lewes. Admission event. 302-645-8073, 877-465-3937. www.leweschamber.com. June 17-21 14th Annual Chautauqua Tent Performances Zwaanendael Park, Savannah Road & Kings Highway. www.history.delaware.gov. June 22 Analog –A-Go-Go Dogfish Head Craft Brewery. Tours, live music, and much more! Cannery Village Center in downtown Milton. 302-684-1000 or visit www.dogfish.com. June 23-24 Mid-Atlantic Sea Glass & Coastal Arts Festival 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Celebrate the coastal arts: sea glass, decoys, waterfowl art, great food & speakers. Lewes Historical Society Complex (2nd & Shipcarpenter St.) www.historiclewes.org. June 30 Sidewalk Art & Artisan Show 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. Premiere show of art & artistic creations in historic downtown Lewes surrounding St. Peter’s Episcopal Church. Lunch available. www.stpeterslewes.org. July July 4 Independence Day Fireworks!!! Rehoboth Beach Downtown Fireworks 9:15. Shuttle running from Route One at County Bank, starts 5 p.m. www.rehomain.com/calendar.html. July 4 Lewes’ Old Fashioned Fourth of July Downtown, Lewes. Old fashioned games, three-legged race, egg toss. Boat Parade on the Canal. 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. 302-645-8073. July 4 The Infamous Lewes Doo-Dah Parade! 5- 7 p.m. Join in (or watch) the fun as the Doo-Dah parade takes the streets of downtown Lewes. Parade route: Manila Ave., Kings Highway, Savannah Road, 2nd St., Market St., & 3rd St. www.leweschamber.com. July 12-14 18th Annual Nanticoke Riverfest Downtown Seaford. Featuring the famous float-in and Duck Dash, canoe & kayak races, food and crafts, street rods and Harleys, continuous live entertainment, Little Miss Pageant, Youth Fishing Tournament. Times Vary. 302-629-9173. July 14 The Lewes Historical Society’s Summer Craft Fair 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. A wonderful array of fine crafts displayed on the tree-shaded grounds of the Lewes Historical Society Complex, 2nd & Shipcarpenter St. Lunch served. www.historiclewes.org. July 10-11 63rd Annual Cottage Tour 302-227-8408. www.rehobothartleague.org. July 19-28 93rd Annual Delaware State Fair 8 a.m. to 11 p.m., most days, Delaware State Fairgrounds, US 13, Harrington Admission fee. 302-398-5020. www.delawarestatefair.com. July 25-26 21st Annual Beach & Bay Cottage Tour This popular summer event will feature 10 exceptional homes to be open to visitors. Proceeds to benefit the Friends of the South Coastal Library. 9:30 a.m.- 4 p.m. Event tickets $30. 302-537-5828. www.beachandbaycottagetour.com
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August August 4 34th Annual Sandcastle Contest Fisherman’s Beach (North end of the Boardwalk) in Rehoboth Beach. 800-441-1329 x12. www.beach-fun.com. August 4 49th Annual Antiques Show 65 quality antique dealers from Mid-Atlantic region. Hours of the show are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 302-645-7670. www.historiclewes.org. August 11-12, 18-19 39th Annual Outdoor Fine Art and Craft Show 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. rain or shine. More than 100 artists and artisans exhibiting work for sale on the Rehoboth Art League grounds. Refreshments available for purchase. Music and children’s entertainment. 302-227-8408. www.rehobothartleague.org. August 25 Children’s Beach House Beach Barbeque 6:30 p.m.- 9:30 p.m. Support the Children’s Beach House’s Sandcastle Program. Beautiful view of the Delaware Bay while enjoying your favorite beverage and scrumptious food. Art auction. Children’s Beach House (1800 Bay Ave.) www.cbhinc.org. September Sept. 1 Fall Book Sale & Bistro 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. Lewes Public Library, Adams St. & Kings Highway. www.leweslibrary.org. Sept. 8 7th Annual Chocolate Tasting 1-4 p.m. 302-858-6127. www.friendsofcapehenlopen.org. Sept. 8 34th Annual Bethany Beach Boardwalk Arts Festival Over 100 fine artists display & sell their work, live music, silent auction. 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Bethany Beach Boardwalk & adjacent street. Free! 800-962-SURF (7873). www.bethany-fenwick.org Sept. 9 3rd Annual Treat the Beat 5K Walk 9 a.m.- 2 p.m. Take a walk around BlockHouse Pond and environs in George H. P. Smith Park for your own heart’s sake and those battling heart disease. Proceeds benefit cardiac care at Beebe Medical Center. George H.P. Smith Park. 302-645-2900. www.beebemedicalfoundation.org. Sept. 13-16 Polkamotion by the Ocean at the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center! Four-day polka festival! 302-945-1826 or 302-645-5388. www.rbpolka.com. Sept. 13-16 Delmarva Bike Week Ocean Downs Racetrack, Rt. 50, Berlin, Md. Nearly 150,000 motorcyclist will converge on Delmarva Bike Week. www.delmarvabikeweek.com. 410-629-1560. Sept. 28-30 Annual Fall Treasures of the Earth Gem, Mineral and Jewelry Show Powell Convention Center, 4001 Coastal Highway. Show will include over 25 dealers with a variety of quality estate, classic and contemporary jewelry. Fine 14K & Sterling Silver. Loose Stones, Crystals, Minerals, Fossils, Ethnic jewelry, Beads & lapidary supplies. Jewelers & wire wrappers on site to design, repair, remount and set stones. Fri., noon-7 p.m., Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun., 11 a.m.- 5 p.m. For more information call, (804) 746-7663 or www.treasuresoftheearth.net. Sept. 15 Lewes Artists’ Studio Tour 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Meet the artists in their studios and take a look at the fine paintings, stained glass and jewelry they produce. Studios open throughout Lewes. Pick up a map of the tour at the Lewes Chamber of Commerce, 120 Kings Highway. www.leweschamber.com. Sept. 15 Taste the Fruit of the Vine 3 p.m.- 6 p.m. Wonderful food & wine at the lovely Lewes Historical Society. Proceeds benefit Sussex Co. Community Outreach Program. Lewes Historical Society Complex. 302-645-7409. www.tastethefruitofthevine.org. Sept. 16 Cannonball Race 5K Registration 7:30 a.m., Race 8:30 a.m.. Come run or walk the beautiful course that meanders throughout Lewes. Race begins at the Lewes Historical Society Complex, 2nd & Shipcarpenter Streets. www.historiclewes.org. Sept. 20-22 Dewey Beach Music Conference 302-227-3888. www.deweybeachfest.com/americanamusicfest. Sept. 28-29 Elvis Fest 302-227-3888 or visit www.deweybeachlife.com. October Oct. 5-6 Buddy Fest Event to raise funds and awareness for Down’s syndrome. www.boardwalkbuddywalk.com. Oct. 5-7 36th Annual Fall Sidewalk Sales Rehoboth/Dewey resort area. 800-441-1329x12. www.beach-fun.com. Oct. 5-7 50th Annual Rehoboth Christmas Shop Convention Center from 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. Variety of unique gifts for a head start on holiday shopping. 302-227-7202. www.rehomain.com/calendar/html. Oct. 6 Lewes in Bloom Fall Festival 9 a.m.- 2 p.m. Array of items for your garden. Citizens Bank Plaza, 2nd St. www.lewesinbloom.org. Oct. 6 Fall Craft Fair 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. Lewes Historical Society. Don’t miss this chance to pick up some lovely handiworks for yourself or to give as a gift (holidays are coming!). Food and beverages available for purchase. www.historiclewes.org. Oct. 6 Boast the Coast Maritime Festival 11 a.m.- 7:30 p.m. Seafood-tasting from local restaurants, activities for children, and boat tours during the day with the lighted boat parade concluding the event at dusk. 1812 Park (Front St. on the canal). 302-645-8073. www.leweschamber.com. Oct. 7 Coast Day! 11 a.m.- 5 p.m. A wonderful festival of all things marine..educational programs, children’s activities, food, the famous Crab Cake Cookoff, displays and lectures. University of Delaware’s campus in Lewes. Sponsored by the College of Earth, Ocean & Environment and Sea Grant. Oct. 11-14 Autumn Jazz Festival 800-29-MUSIC (68742). Visit www.rehobothjazz.com. Oct. 20 Wine, Beer, and Cheese Tasting Friends of CHSP @ Officer’s Club in CHSP 4-6 p.m. $20 in advance or $24 at door. 302-858-6127. www.friendsofcapehenlopen.org. Oct. 13 André-Michel Shub & The Virginia Arts Festival Soloists 8-10 p.m. Presented by Coastal Concerts. Bethel United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall. www.coastalconcerts.org. Oct. 26-28 Sea Witch Halloween Festival Costume Parade, Trick or Treat with the Merchants, Pet Parade, Children’s games, Fiddlers Contest, Hayrides, and Much, Much More! www.beach-fun.com. November & December Nov. 2-4 Punkin Chunkin Internationally famous annual 3 day event. 10 pound pumpkins hurled for incredible distances reaching almost one mile for the world champion title. 302-854-5482 or 302-684-8196. www.punkinchunkin.com. Nov. 3 25th Annual Beebe Ball 6 p.m.- 11 p.m. Dine and dance the night away to support Beebe Medical Center. You’ll be oohing and aahing over the fabulous table decorations created by local businesses and groups of friends! Bay Center, Dewey Beach. 302-644-2900. www.beebemedicalfoundation.org. Nov. 3 Holiday Faire 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. More than 30 juried artists exhibiting fine arts and crafts and holiday-inspired gifts. Raffle and silent auction. Donation $5 (includes 1 raffle ticket.) www.rehobothartleague.org. Nov. 7-11 Annual Rehoboth Beach Independent Film Festival This award winning Rehoboth Beach Independent Film Festival has developed into a premiere, Mid-Atlantic cultural event. The five-day Festival showcases approximately 100 of the best American and International films. www.rehobothfilm.com. Nov. 10 Annual Christmas Boutique & Book Fair 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. Start your holiday shopping! Biden Center, Cape Henlopen State Park. www.friendsofcapehenlopen.org. Nov. 17 Ritz Chamber Players Presented by Coastal Concerts. 8 p.m.- 10 p.m. Bethel United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall. www.coastalconcerts.org. Nov. 23 Holiday Tree Lighting 6-7 p.m. Music and entertainment at the Rehoboth Bandstand. www.downtownrehoboth.com. Nov. 23-25, 29, Dec. 2, 6-9 Clear Space Theatre Presents, Scrooge! Musical. Rehoboth Beach Theatre of the Arts, 20 Baltimore Ave. www.clearspacetheatre.org. Nov. 23- Dec. 31 Boardwalk of Lights Christmas light displays along the Boardwalk. Nov. 29 Hospitality Night in Historic Lewes 6 p.m.- 9 p.m. Shop ‘til you drop, meet up with old friends, dance to the music, and enjoy light refreshments provided by our local businesses. Historic Lewes Commercial Area. www.leweschamber.com. Nov. 30-Dec. 2 Children’s Beach House Art Exhibit & Sale & Preview Party Preview Party Nov. 30. Gala event held at the Children’s Beach House overlooking the Delaware Bay. All proceeds support the Children’s Beach House’s programs for special needs children & their families. 1800 Bay Ave. www.cbhinc.org. Dec. 6 Beebe Medical Foundation’s Holiday of Lights 5-6 p.m. Ooh and ahh as the tree is lighted in front of Beebe Medical Center, 424 Savannah Road. The lights, purchased by community members and friends, are in memory or honor of loved ones. www.leweschamber.com. Dec. 1 Lewes Historical Society’s House Tour 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Here’s your chance to see inside some of those restored private and public homes in Historic Lewes...all dressed for the holidays. A tour you don’t want to miss! www.leweschamber.com. Dec. 1 Lewes Hometown Christmas Parade, Caroling and Tree-Lighting 5-7 p.m. Clap your hands to the music and marvel at the gaily decorated floats in this long-time tradition in Lewes. Then, caroling & tree lighting at Zwaanendael Park. Hot cider and cookies presented by the Lewes Chamber of Commerce in the historic Fisher Martin House. Parade route: Savannah Road (from Sussex Drive) to Second Street to Market Street. www.leweschamber.com. Dec. 2 Community Unity Spaghetti Dinner 4 p.m.- 7 p.m. at the Convention Center. Fantastic meal featuring spaghetti, meatballs, a salad bar, beverages, and awesome desserts. Band plus a Santa for kids. Tickets $8 per person. Kids under 6 free. 302-227-2772. www.rehomain.com/calendar/ Dec. 4 Hometown Christmas Parade Along Rehoboth Ave. beginning at 6:30 p.m. A local tradition, the parade will feature more music, more costumes and more fun than ever, with volunteers from the Fire Department, Police, Public Works and community organizations. 302-519-1020. www.rehomain.com/calendar/ Dec. 8 Rehoboth Art League’s Holiday Open House Come browse RAL’s galleries for member-created fine art and fine crafts...just in time for the gift-giving season at this holiday open house. Rehoboth Art League. www.rehobothartleague.org. Dec. 31- Jan. 1 Toot the Horn! Dec. 31 11:55 p.m.- Jan. 1 12:30 a.m.. Don your best party hat and raise your glass to 2013 as the Lightship Overfalls toots its horn to welcome in the new year (weather permitted). www.overfalls.org.
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