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Top 2026 Summer Events and Festivals in Delaware

Apr. 17, 2026

Delaware’s annual traditions and brand-new festivities will make your visit a memorable one. Celebrate things old and new this summer!  

 

Delaware State Fair (July 23 - August 1) - Harrington  

  • With exhibits, carnival rides, competitions and concerts each night, the Delaware State Fair is one of the best summer events in Delaware! 

Dover Motor Speedway's Miles Beach (May 15 - 17) – Dover 

  • 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.

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Wyoming Peach Festival (August 1) - Wyoming  

  • 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  

  • 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.  

Brandywine Festival of the Arts (September 12 - 13) - Wilmington  

  • 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. 

Festival Hispano (September 20) - Georgetown  

  • 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!  

Riverwalk Freedom Festival (September 19) - Milford  

  • In remembrance of September 11th, this festival features artisans and vendors, family activities, fireworks, paddleboats, a beer garden and more.

A woman sitting on the ground and eating two fish tacos.

Delaware Seafood Festival (September 19) - Rehoboth Beach 

  • 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  

  • Enjoy a parade and German specialties along with dancing, amusement rides, live entertainment and more! 

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