Commemorative Events & Experiences in Delaware Beaches
June 13: Georgetown Spirit of 1776 Artisan and Craft Festival
Art, crafts, vendors, performances and a scavenger hunt. South Race Street and East Pine Street, Georgetown. GeorgetownDel.com/America.html
June 16: All-American Night of Jazz
A celebration of the 250th anniversary with an evening performance featuring the Delmarva Big Band. Stango Park, Lewes. LewesChamber.com/Event
June 19-21: CAMP Rehoboth Chorus: “I Hear America Singing”
A musical presented by the CAMP Rehoboth Chorus celebrating our nation’s 250th anniversary. Camp Rehoboth, Rehoboth Beach. CampRehoboth.org
June 20-Oct. 3, Select Dates: Loyalist on the Lawn
(Dates include: June 20, July 1, July 18, Aug. 8, Aug. 22, Sept. 5, Sept. 19, Oct. 3)
See what it was like to be an American Loyalist during the Revolutionary War. Zwaanendael Museum, Lewes. Lewes250.com
June 27: City of Lewes LAAHC’s 5th Annual Juneteenth Celebration
A family-friendly event featuring live music, storytelling, vendors and activities. George H.P. Smith Park, Lewes Lewes250.com
July 3-Dec. 4, Select Dates: Historic Lewes First Friday Community Nights
(Dates include: July 3, Aug. 7, Sept. 4, Oct. 2, Nov. 6, Dec. 4)
First Fridays are a fun and free way to experience interesting Historic Lewes. Historic Lewes Town Campus, Lewes. Lewes250.com
Independence Day Celebrations
June 27: Stars and Stripes
Commemorate America’s milestone anniversary with the Millsboro community. Main Street, Millsboro.
Millsboro.org
Bethany Beach Independence Day Celebration
July 3-4
With a theme of “Stars, Stripes, & Shorelines,” Bethany Beach’s celebration will feature a parade, concerts and fireworks. Downtown Bethany Beach.
TownOfBethanyBeach.com
July 4: Lewes Celebrates 4th of July!
A fun-filled day celebrating Independence Day and the 250th anniversary in Lewes. Games, parades, fireworks and more. Various Locations, Lewes.
LewesChamber.com
Independence Day Fireworks
July 5
Join the City of Rehoboth Beach’s Independence Day celebration including a concert performance and a fireworks display on the evening of July 5. Bandstand, Beach and Boardwalk, Rehoboth Beach. RehobothBeachDE.gov
July 5-Aug. 23: Historic Maull House Tours
(July 5, July 12, July 19, July 26, Aug. 2, Aug. 9, Aug. 16, Aug. 23)
Guided tours showcasing Lewes’ maritime heritage and sharing stories about the town stemming back to the American Revolution. Maull House, Lewes.
Lewes250.com
Oct. 13: Revolutionary Mariners
Stay tuned for event details. Lewes Maritime Museum, Lewes. Lewes250.com
Oct. 17-18: Harvest Festival 1776 with Historic Lewes
Stay tuned for event details. Historic Lewes Town Campus, Lewes. Lewes250.com
Nov. 7: Historic Lewes Fires of Revolution
Stay tuned for event details. Lewes. Lewes250.com
The first town in the first state, Lewes is a remarkable destination filled with rich history, making Historic Lewes a great addition to any itinerary. Check out the wide variety of 250th activities happening in this charming historic town by visiting Lewes250.com. (Tip: Consider taking the Revolutionary Lewes walking tour, which occurs the second and fourth Fridays of the month at the Historic Lewes Town Campus.)
Learn more about DE250 and upcoming events being held throughout the state by visiting Delaware250.org.
All dates and times are subject to change. Please call ahead or check online before attending.
