Delaware Gears Up for a Marvelously Musical Summer

Delaware is gearing up for a great season of live music, featuring some of the best-known names and most exciting performances to hit the stage.

In Northern Delaware, artists such as LeAnn Rimes and Paul Oakenfold are heading to Wilmington. Central Delaware will welcome Nelly and Clint Black, while Southern Delaware is ready to welcome Grand Funk Railroad, Cheap Trick and Ziggy Marley.

There are plenty more to choose from, and some are already sold out, so get started today on planning a groovy kind of Delaware getaway.

NORTHERN DELAWARE

THE GRAND/BABY GRAND, Wilmington. A sophisticated elegance elevates the experience at this historic theatre, a dependable hotspot for live performances that’s close to so many downtown attractions.

April 1: Leo Kottke
April 7: Yamato
April 14: Paula Poundstone
April 22: Jim Messina
May 4: Graham Parker
May 18: LeAnn Rimes
June 9: Morris Day and the Time
June 10: Pat Metheny
June 16: Iris Dement
June 20: Ben Folds
Sept. 30: Earth Wind & Fire Legacy Reunion

THE QUEEN, Wilmington. This beautifully restored theatre in the middle of bustling Market Street aims for younger vibe and more casual fun.

March 30: Adam Doleac with Alana Springsteen
April 20: Alexandra Kay
April 23: Perpetual Groove
May 6: Lay Bankz
May 13: Paul Oakenfold
June 2: Yussef Dayes
June 8: Cole Ritter and the Night Owls

CENTRAL DELAWARE

ROLLINS CENTER (BALLY’S DOVER CASINO RESORT), Dover. There’s so much to do before and after the show at Central Delaware’s marquee casino.

April 21: Clint Black

DELAWARE STATE FAIR SUMMER CONCERT SERIES, Harrington. State Fair fun gets sizzling in summer as big-name acts take the stage.

July 20: Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias
July 21: Nelly with Chase McDaniel
July 22: I Love the 90s Tour with Vanilla Ice
July 24: Riley Green
July 25: Zach Williams with Cain
July 26: Lainey Wilson with Kameron Marlowe
July 29: Tyler Hubbard with Megan Moroney

SOUTHERN DELAWARE

FREEMAN ARTS PAVILION, Selbyville. Outdoor evening concerts and laid-back country charm make this a summer go-to for beachgoers in need of fun.

June 17: Keb’ Mo’
June 22: The Brothers Doobie — A Doobie Brothers Experience
June 24: Grand Funk Railroad
June 25: Cheap Trick
June 29: Steve Miller Band
June 30: Ziggy Marley
July 20: Three Dog Night
July 23: Big Bad Voodoo Daddy
July 25: Counting Crows with special guest Dashboard Confessional
Aug. 2: Go Go Gadjet
Aug. 8: Jason Mraz and his SuperBand
Aug. 10: Marcus King with Meg McRee
Aug. 11: Diana Krall
Aug. 26: Train

BOTTLE AND CORK, Dewey Beach. Dewey’s gloriously unpretentious, party-minded hotspot is a favorite for oceanside revelry and high-amp fun.

June 1: Bacon Brothers
June 29: Justin Moore
July 6: Chris Lane
August 15: Morgan Wade