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$25/Members, $35/Non-members. Pre-registration is required. Be among the lucky few to spend a Night at the Museum! We’ll begin the evening with a Star Party led by astronomers from the Delaware Astronomical Society followed by a movie and time to explore. Settle down to sleep with the dinosaurs, in the dark of the African Watering Hole, […]
Visit any Goodwill of Delaware and Delaware County location on Saturday July 30th and Sunday July 31st and save 25% off all clothing! Must be a Goodwill of Delaware and Delaware County Location. The Outlet and GOODBuys locations are not included in this sale. Not to be combined with any other sales. For a list […]
Open to ages 15 and under. Meet at the boathouse for free fishing instruction and other activities from 8 to 9 a.m. The fishing tournament will begin at 9 a.m. and run until 11. Catch and release will be encouraged. Equipment will be provided, or bring your own.
Try new Woodside Farm Creamery's ice cream flavors, take a behind the scene tour, field games, ice cream eating contest. Admission is free. There is a registration fee for the ice cream eating contest with all the proceeds being donated to the Delaware Food Bank. Food Bank will be accepting non-perishable food items and will […]
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). […]
Eric Hosmer Bobblehead The first 1,250 fans through the gates will receive an Eric Hosmer bobblehead doll, presented by Habitat for Humanity of New Castle County. Hosmer was one of the most popular Blue Rocks in recent times before helping lead the Royals to a World Championship. Cabela's Outdoors Day It's a Cabela's Outdoors […]
The Delaware Shakespeare Festival begins at Rockwood. Tickets are $18 for adults, $16 seniors, $14 students with ID. Separated at birth. Reunited by chance. Two pairs of identical twins are destined to meet on one very confusing day in the wild and mysterious town of Ephesus. Join us under the stars for "The Comedy […]
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). […]
Military Monday Our country's servicemen and women are important to the Wilmington Blue Rocks, and that's why we're making every Monday in 2016 a Military Monday! Thanks to Delmarva Power, military members can present their military ID at the box office and purchase tickets for just $1.00! Tickets start at $6.
Interested in roller derby? Want to find out how you can become a part of the fastest growing sport in the world? Then come to one or both of our interest nights. Meet some members of the team and see what roller derby is all about. Second meeting night is July 21st from 9-11 […]
Minions and The Peanuts Movie both play at 10am at Regal Peoples Plaza. Summer Movie Express tickets are just $1 and will be sold at the box office. Get the full schedule of $1 and $3 kids' movies this summer here.
Join in under the big tree for children's story time every Tuesday at 1pm at Woodside Creamery. There will be special guest readers, fabulous books, yummy ice cream and great giveaways. Bring a picnic blanket and make an afternoon of it! (shine only event)
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). […]
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 […]
FREE Monthly Networking Event at the Columbus Inn in Wilmington, DE -- 6-9PM, Tuesday, July 19, 2016 Sponsored by: Metro Merchant Services, Bruce Productions, Corbin Forbes, and the Columbus Inn
Debate topic: Quality of Life and Leadership Held at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, open to the public. Get your ticket here. Live coverage for the debates will be at delawareonline.com and rebroadcast on WHYY’s television and radio stations and website.
Held every third Thursday at the Center for the Creative Arts in Yorklyn. Free admission, $5 performance fee. Cash bar + pizza. Donations are also very much appreciated. Come to perform or to support your local musicians, poets and comedians! If you want time on the mic, sign ups begin at 6:30pm and all performances start at […]
Take an hour-long hike under the full moon. Look and listen for nocturnal animals. Wear comfortable shoes as we will venture into the woods. Pre-register by 4 pm on the previous business day. Meet at the Park Office parking lot. $4 per person.
Stretch into a five-point star, roll down into a pumpkin pose, take your “dogs” for a walk, and reach those arms way out to fly like a bird in this exciting new series for a fitness and farm experience like no other! “Baa” like a sheep and “moo” like a cow as you breathe […]
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). […]
Summer concerts + food trucks for dinner in the park! (Battery Park in New Castle.) July 20th Seven Rings Irish Band* (Penn’s Bistro) July 27th Zydeco a Go Go (Mama Mia Food Truck) August 3rd Newark Community Band (Plum Pit Food Truck) August 10th Special Delivery* (Mama Mia Food Truck) August 17th The Big Package (Penn’s Bistro) *local […]
Brandywine Creek State Park. Picnic on your own at 6 pm, program beings at 7 pm. Grab the family, bring your dinner to the park and enjoy a picnic. Then join us after for a campfire and a fun nature program. Every week has a different theme, so come for a fun family evening! […]
The Delaware Shakespeare Festival begins at Rockwood. Tickets are $18 for adults, $16 seniors, $14 students with ID. Separated at birth. Reunited by chance. Two pairs of identical twins are destined to meet on one very confusing day in the wild and mysterious town of Ephesus. Join us under the stars for "The Comedy […]
Two Shows @ 10AM & 1PM at the Grand. Presented by Delaware Children's Theater. Based on EB White's classic book, "Charlotte's Web" tells the beloved story of an unlikely friendship between Wilbur, a lonely pig, and Charlotte, a spider who saves his life with her love. With talking animals who live on a farm, […]
Free with Delaware Museum of Natural History admission. As an astronaut on four space shuttle flights, Brian Duffy spent a total of nearly 40 days in space, serving as pilot and later commander. Today, at Orbital ATK, he's on the team developing the next generation of space exploration, with the Space Launch System (SLS) […]
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). […]
The fifth annual Ladybug Festival returns to LOMA this year featuring 50 acts at 12 locations for the amazing low price of FREE. The event was created as a free, local alternative to Firefly festival and has grown in to a large annual celebration of Women in music. This year we'll have two outdoor […]
Come out to the center for a night of fun and music as we host our Yorklyn Live: Open Mic at CCArts! Come to perform or to support your local musicians, poets and comedians (even puppets!) This event will be held every Third Thursday! FREE ADMISSION! There will be a CASH BAR and PIZZA […]
DHA is hosting it's first "Bring & Make a Friend" get together! Please join us for a simple, yet exploratory night out as we take a stroll along the Riverfront AND CATCH 'EM ALL! Yes- we will be actively catching Pokemon together! Anyone can come, we even encourage you to bring a friend or […]
All ages program learning about Delaware bats in Rittenhouse Park on South Main Street. bat stories bat anatomy crafts sing batty songs play a bat game live bat observation at dusk This program is free, but you need to register in advance online at www.cityofnewarkde.us/play or by calling 302-366-7000. The activity number 1414-206.
with Willie Nile Doors: 6:30 pm / Show: 8:00 pm all ages $35 SRO - $50 Seated + Fees Colin Hay is familiar to millions as the frontman, songwriter, and vocalist of pop sensation Men at Work (“Down Under,” “Overkill,” “Who Can it Be Now?”). Hay is justifiably proud of his place in pop […]
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). […]
Come join the shops at Market East Plaza (off Main Street in Newark) catch a bite...then CATCH 'EM ALL! Fantastic food trucks, games for the kids by SUPERDOJO and did we mention 3+ hours of POKEMON bait? Food from Wildwich, Outlandish and more! POKEMON bait to be active for the entire event! Games for […]
The Delaware Astronomical Society and the Mt. Cuba Astronomical Observatory will be on the farm at Woodside Farm Creamery with high powered telescopes for evening telescope viewings. Friday, July 22nd (Rain date of Saturday, July 23rd) Friday, Aug. 12th (Rain date of Aug. 13th) Friday, Sept. 9th (Rain date of Sept. 10th)
WWE at the Bob Carpenter Center at University of Delaware. Tickets start at $25.
Following an introduction to the owls of Delaware, head out into the night to listen for some of Brandywine Creek State Park's resident owls. Bring your sense of adventure, but no dogs or flashlights please. Registration encouraged. Recommended for ages 6 and up. $5 per person.
Here is a unique chance to run a 5 mile or 10 mile course through Newark Delaware that starts and finished on Main Street. Run down the streets of Main Streets, check out our amazing trails along the course, and finish down the home stretch with people cheering for you back on Main Street. […]
For kids ages 5-7 at White Clay Creek State Park. Parent must accompany child. Wet and wild adventures while visiting creek and pond habitats at the park. Each week take a short hike, use naturalist tools, and get your feet wet while exploring the park with a naturalist. Meets at Carpenter Recreation Area. $5 […]
$25 per person Discover the basics of outdoor top rope climbing. Get harnessed up and climb on our natural rock wall, after a brief introduction of equipment, climbing and safety. Helmets, harness and ropes provided. Park staff will instruct, guide, and belay all climbers. Children under 18 must be accompanied by parent. Pre-registration with […]
Did you know that the Brandywine Zoo is over 110 years old, making us one of the oldest zoos in the country? Seated in Brandywine Park, which was designed by Frederick Law Olmstead, the Zoo has a rich history. Join us for a morning tour through the zoo where we’ll discuss some of the […]
Get low cost vaccinations, microchipping and more at DHA's Vaccination Clinics. Clinics are held throughout the year in partnership with and on-site at Concord Pet Foods and Supplies stores in northern Delaware, at DHA's animal care and adoption center in Wilmington, DE and other select locations. All vaccinations are administered by a licensed veterinarian. […]
Energizing the sidewalk outside The 3rd Place with an easel painter, musician, chalk art, bubble machines, pbj sandwiches, lemonade and rice crispy treats. Stop by and play, listen, watch, eat and laugh with us.
Delaware State Parks turns 65 this year! Come celebrate with us by learning about the history of Fort Delaware and Fort DuPont State Park. We will visit the nature trail and talk about how DE State Parks has had a hand in preserving the natural and historical beauty of the area. Wear shoes that […]
11am-1pm: **Free microchipping for the first 100 pets.** Low-cost vaccines, flea and tick treatments also available. 1-1:45pm: K-9 Demonstrations 2-3pm: Pet Costume Contest with CASH PRIZES! Categories: Best in Show - $1,000 Most Creative, Family Affair, Pet/Person Look Alike - 1st - $500, 2nd - $250, 3rd - $100 Meet adoptable pets looking for forever […]
Help pets find loving, forever homes! On Saturday, July 23, join NBC 10 Philadelphia and Telemundo 62 and help "Clear the Shelters!" All day, adoption fees will be waived, but other fees may apply. Last year, animal shelters across the country came together and nearly 20,000 pets found loving new families. “Clear the Shelters” […]
Stop by our shelter Saturday, July 23rd! All pets have waived adoption fees with an approved adoption application. The event is in partnership with NBC 10 and Telemundo 62!
FREE event for the public to include: Moon bounces, water slide, obstacle course, Bump N Play (bubble soccer), rock climbing, petting zoo, horseback rides, games, face painting, food and beverages, cotton candy, dj, and a performance by Best Kept Soul!!!
Join the Diamond State Base Ball Club, Delaware's 19th century base ball team, for an afternoon of old-time ball and family fun. The uniforms, the rules, and the fun take you back to the 1860s. Bring a chair or a blanket! Cost is $3 for adults and $2 for children age 5 and younger. […]
Kids can work together to solve science mysteries and engineering challenges. Test the water of the Brandywine to determine the health of the river. Activities are included in admission and free to members. Use Hagley’s main entrance off Route 141 in Wilmington, Delaware.
Fort Christina Park is an important part of Delaware’s history, and it’s a lot of fun! We’re throwing a party for all ages, and you’re invited. Join us on Saturday, July 23 from 1-3pm at Fort Christina Park (1110 E. 7th Street in Wilmington, DE) for Kids Day. FishCastle Music is a folk duo […]
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). […]
More than 40 craft and imported beers paired with creative food offerings from 18 of Newark's restaurants. Travel from restaurant to restaurant to sample the featured brews and tasty dishes designed to spotlight the brews at that particular establishment. Tickets not required, pay-as-you-go (featured brews $1 and $2) don't forget your ID! first 2,000 guests […]
Join members of the Delaware Astronomical Society at Bellevue Park for an evening of stargazing. Learn constellations and an introduction to observing the night sky. This program is appropriate for beginners through advanced stargazers of all ages. Equipment will be available, or you may bring your own. Red-filtered lights only please. Meet at the […]
In addition, many venues do not project an end time for their events. In those cases, we selected our best guess, but the duration of your event may vary.