Delaware’s annual traditions and brand-new festivities will make your visit a memorable one. Celebrate things old and new this summer!
Dover Motor Speedway's Miles Beach (May 15 - 17) - Dover
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Dover Motor Speedway features Miles Beach to celebrate a summer NASCAR weekend. More than one acre of Dover's Fan Zone will be devoted to Miles Beach with dozens of family-friendly, beach-themed attractions.
Holy Trinity Greek Festival (June 1 - 6) - Wilmington
- The largest Greek festival in the mid-Atlantic brings Greek food, music, dancing, and culture for all to enjoy!
Delaware Pride Festival (June 6) - Dover
- Celebrate diversity, acceptance, and unity for the LGBTQIA+ community at this annual event including live entertainment, food vendors, panels, and more.
Mid-Atlantic Sea Glass and Coastal Arts Festival (June 6 - 7) - Lewes
- Lewes shares its love of sea glass and coastal arts in this annual festival featuring dozens of local artisans and their work. Also, enjoy presentations on local ship wrecks, sea glass identification, and more.
St. Anthony's Italian Festival (June 7 - 13) - Wilmington
- Enjoy live entertainment, carnival rides, and cultural activities while savoring Italian dishes and music.
Separation Day (June 12 - 13) - New Castle
- Filled with music, food, and fun, this Colonial-inspired event will begin with a parade followed by children's rides, markets, and fireworks.
Raggae in the Park (June 14) - Wilmington
- As the largest Caribean festival in Delaware, this high-energy and family-friendly festival offer DJs, food vendors, Raggae artists, and more.
June Jam (June 20) - Houston
- Founded in 1979, this festival continues to celebrate music each year with local artists, vendors, and food.
African American Festival (June 27) - Dover
- This free event welcomes people from all different walks of life with music, food vendors, exhibitions, and more.
Running of the Bull (June 27) - Dewey Beach
- Participate in the annual Running of the Bull while enjoying live flamenco dancers, food, drinks, and more. Don't forget to wear red!
Delaware Whiskey Festival (July 25) - Wilmington
- Taste 50 curated whiskey expressions spanning bold bourbons, expressive ryes, refined single malts, and globally celebrated pours.
Downtown Newark Food and Brew Fest (July 25) - Newark
- Explore over 40 beers paired with creative food offerings brought to you by Out & About Magazine.
Delaware State Fair (July 23 - August 1) - Harrington
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With exhibits, carnival rides, competitions and concerts each night, the Delaware State Fair is one of the best summer events in Delaware!
Wyoming Peach Festival (August 1) - Wyoming
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Explore crafters, vendors, food and community displays at this annual festival celebrating Delaware’s delicious peaches!
53rd Annual Outdoor Fine Art and Fine Craft Show (August 1 - 2, 8 - 9) - Rehoboth Beach
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Celebrating its 53rd year, the Fine Art and Fine Craft Show invites over 100 artists and artisans from across the country to display their work amongst food, live music, gardens and more.
Clifford Brown Jazz Festival (August 2 - 8) - Wilmington
- Honor Clifford Brown and his legacy through this annual jazz festival, now featuring live painting.
Banana Ball Tour (August 13 - 15) - Wilmington
- Fans can expect nonstop action, music, and fun as the Tailgaters and the brand-new Loco Beach Coconuts participate in three unforgettable nights of baseball with a twist.
Brandywine Festival of the Arts (September 12 - 13) - Wilmington
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This festival is a Delaware tradition spanning over half a century. It’s the largest arts festival in the state and is both family and pet friendly.
Riverwalk Freedom Festival (September 19) - Milford
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In remembrance of September 11th, this festival features artisans and vendors, family activities, fireworks, paddleboats, a beer garden and more.
Delaware Seafood Festival (September 19) - Rehoboth Beach
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Join in the fun at Schellville for a day of seafood delights and family fun. Indulge in steamed crabs, crab cakes, shrimp, oysters, lobster and more while enjoying live music.
Delaware Saengerbund Oktoberfest (September 18 - 20) - Newark
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Enjoy a parade and German specialties along with dancing, amusement rides, live entertainment and more!
Festival Hispano (September 20) - Georgetown
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Appreciating and celebrating the diversity of the Hispanic cultural heritage in Delaware, Maryland and Virginia, Georgetown will be hosting a day of live music, dancing and traditional arts, crafts and food!