Above: Photo courtesy VisitSouthernDelaware.com.
Summer’s in full swing with the upcoming weeks bringing even more beachside fun. From concerts under the stars to skimboarding in the sea, there’s plenty of events to dive into all summer long.
RENT
July 2 – August 26
Clear Space Theatre Company, Rehoboth
Jonathan Larson’s RENT is the Tony Award-winning iconic rock musical about love, loss, and the power of community that changed the face of musical theater forever. Set in New York’s East Village, it follows a group of struggling artists living life to the fullest against the backdrop of the HIV/AIDS crisis. Their dreams, their loves, and their losses remind audiences all that there is no day but today.
— Visit ClearSpaceTheatre.org
Rocking the Docks Music Series presents
Bruce in the USA
Wednesday, July 2 | Lewes Ferry Grounds, Lewes
More than just another tribute, this high-energy musical experience is a note-perfect and visually accurate recreation of a Bruce Springsteen & The E St. Band show. This unforgettable night ends with a spectacular fireworks display lighting up the sky.
— Visit RockingTheDocksLewes.com
Independence Day Celebrations
Friday, July 4 | Delaware beaches
From parades to fireworks, each of the beaches — from Lewes to Bethany — will have events for you to celebrate the red, white and blue. (Rehoboth Beach will launch their display on July 5.)
— Visit VisitSouthernDelaware.com
45th Annual Sandcastle Contest
Saturday, July 5 | Towers Road Ocean Beach, Dewey
From mermaids and dolphins, to pyramids and traditional castles, admire sand creations by teams and individuals at this annual event held by Delaware Seashore State Park.
— Visit DeStateParks.com
St. Peter’s 59th Annual Art Show
Saturday, July 5 | St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Lewes
St. Peter’s annual art show fills the streets surrounding the historic church with paintings, ceramics, jewelry, glass, and more. Proceeds support local nonprofits, making art accessible while strengthening and giving back to the community.
— Visit StPetersLewes.org/art-show
75th Annual Cottage Tour
July 8 & 9 | Select homes around Rehoboth Beach
The Rehoboth Art League’s popular self-paced tour features select homes in the Rehoboth Beach area with a variety of landscapes, interior and architectural designs, ranging from historically significant to contemporary and sleek. Some homes have quite an evolving history and many homeowners showcase memories, artwork, and collections in creative ways. As parking can be limited, the Art League provides a shuttle service to each location for ticket holders.
— Visit RehobothArtLeague.org
The Struts
Friday, July 18 | Bottle & Cork, Dewey Beach
Platinum-selling Brit glam rockers The Struts return to Bottle & Cork with their signature swagger, soaring vocals, and explosive energy. Fusing vintage rock flair with a modern edge, they’re guaranteed to turn the night into a full-throttle rock spectacle
— Visit BottleAndCork.com
52nd Annual Outdoor Fine Art & Fine Craft Show
August 2 & 3 and August 9 & 10 | Henlopen Acres, Rehoboth Beach
The Rehoboth Art League’s signature summer event features more than 100 artists and artisans from around the country displaying and selling their fine art and fine crafts. This unforgettable event is full of activities, including food, live music, artist demonstrations, gallery exhibits, beautiful gardens, the historic Peter Marsh Homestead, and a Dogfish Head Beer Garden.
— Visit RehobothArtLeague.org
Lyle Lovett and his Large Band
Thursday, August 6 | Freeman Arts Pavillion, Selbyville
Blending country, jazz, folk, swing, gospel and blues, four-time Grammy winner Lyle Lovett defies genre. With captivating live shows and rich storytelling, he remains one of music’s most iconic, eclectic, and influential performers.
— Visit FreemanArts.org
43rd Annual ZAP Pro/Am World Championship of Skimboarding
August 8-10 | McKinley Street, Dewey Beach
Known as the skimboarding capital of the East Coast, Dewey Beach has hosted one of the longest running skimboarding competitions for over four decades. Watch and cheer on top skimboarders from around the globe as they compete to earn the title of the best in the world. Presented by Alley-Oop & Skim USA, this three-day, all-ages event also features live music, food, art, and giveaways.
— Visit AlleyOopSkim.com
28th Annual Eastern Shore AFRAM Festival
Saturday, August 9 | Ross Mansion, Seaford
This free, outdoor multicultural festival celebrates African-American and Pan-African arts, history, and culture in a family-friendly atmosphere and includes live music, cultural foods, exhibits, special presentations and more.
— Visit VisitSouthernDelaware.com
Bargarins on the Broadkill
Saturday, August 30 | Milton Memorial Park, Milton
A trifecta of annual events the whole family will enjoy! Shop from over 35 local vendors selling art, crafts, and food at Bargains on the Broadkill; cheer on the canoe and kayak teams in the Irish Eyes Broadkill River Race; and buy a numbered duck and vie for cash prizes in the Great Rubber Duck Race.
— Visit HistoricMilton.com
