Delaware things to do

Hike Through History: Delaware’s Historic Shipwrecks

Delaware Seashore State Park 39415 Inlet Road, Rehoboth Beach, DE, United States

  Stroll the quiet, off-season beach and imagine what life was like here over 100 years ago. A Park Interpreter will guide the hike, telling local shipwreck tales, ancient maritime superstitions, and tales of tragedy and mystery that occurred along the Delaware coast. Pre-registration required (302) 227-6991. $5 per person  

$5

How the Grinch Stole Who-ckessin

Hockessin Public Library 1023 Valley Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

  Join us for this FREE family fun event! The HBA presents an interactive showing of the original holiday classic, How the Grinch Stole Christmas. You can even come dressed like a Who! We encourage it! Bring your family and friends!  

Free

Macbeth Auditions

Wilmington Drama League 10 W Lea Blvd, Wilmington, DE, United States

Auditions for Macbeth are 2-4 p.m. July 16 and 6-9 p.m. July 19. Director Adam Montgomery is looking for performers of all genders and ethnicities for this nontraditional production. All parts are open to all genders. Those auditioning should be prepare a one-minute Shakespearean monologue, preferably from a tragedy (but nothing from Romeo and Juliet). […]

Free

Delaware Arts Conservatory Presents The Snow Queen

Laird Performing Arts Center 1501 Barley Mill Road, Wilmington, DE, United States

  December 10 and 11 at The Laird Performing Arts Center at Tatnall School in Wilmington, DE. Tickets starting at $10 are available online at DelArts.com or by calling 302-595-4160. This original story features dance in many styles, including ballet, tap, jazz, and contemporary. DelArts is thrilled to have guest artist Jake Allison, formerly of […]

Jingle Bell Hayrides at Trap Pond

Trap Pond 33587 Baldcypress Lane, Laurel, DE, United States

  Listen to the bells on a frosty afternoon as we travel the trails of Trap Pond. Call (302) 875-5163 to register. $5 per person  

$5

Jingle Bell Hayride

Bellevue State Park 800 Carr Rd, Wilmington, DE, United States

  Enjoy a festive, old-fashioned hayride around the park followed by s’mores and hot cocoa at the warm and welcoming campfire. Must pre-register by 4 p.m. on Thursday, December 8. $8 per person. Meet at the Percheron Barn.  

$8

Light Up the Night at Killens Pond State Park

Killens Pond 5025 Killens Pond Rd, Felton, DE, United States

  Join us at the Nature Center as we “Light Up the Night” with a memorial tree ceremony for loved ones. Stay afterward to sing carols and share some hot beverages. Remember your loved one(s) with a light on the tree. Pet remembrances also welcome. The name(s) will be listed on a display in the […]

A Christmas Story at the Schwartz Center

Schwartz Center for the Arts 226 S State St, Dover, DE, United States

  In the 1940s, a young boy named Ralphie attempts to convince his parents, his teacher, and Santa that a Red Ryder B.B. gun really is the perfect Christmas gift. Rated PG All Tickets $5  

$5

1984’s 5th Birthday Party

1984 2511 W 4th St, Wilmington, DE, United States

  No cover. Games on free play. PBR = $1. All other drafts = $5 (get it) including Victory Dirtwolf, Troeg's Mad Elf and Victory Golden Monkey. Free pizza from 8 to 9 PM. And cake! And DJ Chris Crust/Boss Haug of Worth/Jupiter Records spinning that luscious vinyl.  

 

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