Above: Revelers enjoy dressing up for Delaware Renaissance Faire.
By Amy Watson Bish
Fall Afternoon Tea
Fridays through Dec. 20 | 3pm
Le Cavalier, Wilmington
Nothing could be finer than relaxing with a pot of tea and nibbling on pastries and Parisian-inspired sandwiches at Le Cavalier’s elegant afternoon tea. Take your experience to the next level of indulgence by adding a glass of champagne, wine, or a handcrafted cocktail. Price is $45 per person (one child under 10 is free with accompanying adult). Reservations are required. Visit LeCavalierDe.com.
Delaware Renaissance Faire
Saturday & Sundays, Nov. 2, 3, 9 & 11 | 10am-4pm
Townsend
Hear ye, hear ye! ‘Tis time to gather thy friends and family to frolic at the faire. Toss on that tunic and don thy finest frocks and delight in magic and merriment at every turn. Enjoy live performances, test your axe-throwing skills, explore the artisan marketplace, dine on hearty food and tasty ales, and more. Tickets $25 for adults, $10 for children ages 5-14, free for children ages 4 and under.
Visit DelaFaire.com.
Champagne, Chocolate and Couture
Saturday, Nov. 3 | 3-5pm
Immanuel Parish House, Historic New Castle
Sip champagne or sparkling cider and savor delicious chocolates as the New Castle Historical Society showcases women’s fashion from 1760 to 1970. During this narrated fashion show, guests will learn about the styles that shaped three centuries of American fashion, highlighted by a runway of models wearing vintage and reproduction clothing from the eras. Tickets are $40.
Visit NewCastleHistory.org.
26th Annual Rehoboth Beach Independent Film Festival
Nov. 4-10
Cinema Art Theater, Lewes
Hosted by the Rehoboth Beach Film Society, experience seven days of contemporary filmmaking, with more than 70 feature films, documentaries, foreign films, and shorts. The festival also includes Q&As, panel discussions, parties and more.
VIP Festival passes and single tickets are available at RehobothFilm.com.
14th Annual Delaware Beer Wine & Spirits Showcase
Saturday, Nov. 9 | 4-7:30pm
Delaware Agricultural Museum & Village, Dover
Celebrating its 14th year, this festival is the only statewide celebration dedicated to Delaware’s beer, wine, and spirits industry. There will be plenty of tastings to sample, plus food trucks, live music, vendors and more. The event will also spotlight the Delaware Beer, Wine and Spirits Trail App. VIP packages provide early access, reserved seating and parking, exclusive tastings, and vouchers for dinner. Visit DeBeerWineSpirits.com.
Flappers & Fedoras: A Jazz Age Gala
Saturday, Nov. 9 | 7-10pm
Delaware Art Museum, Wilmington
Dress in your finest Jazz Age attire and be transported to the dazzling 1920s at this fundraiser celebrating the museum’s new exhibition, “Jazz Age Illustration.” It’s a night of era-inspired music, dancing, food, drink and more. If you want to master the Charleston or Fox Trot, BlueBallRoom Dance Studio will host a group dance workshop on Saturday, Nov. 2 to get you ready to shine. Tickets for the gala are $200 ($50 tax-deductible).
Visit DelArt.org.
ShakesBEER in Fall
Thursday, Nov. 14 | 7pm
Wilmington Brew Works, Wilmington
Delaware Shakespeare once again teams up with Wilmington Brew Works for an evening of beer with the Bard. Enjoy tasting notes from master brewer Craig Wensell on three WBW creations, perfectly paired with selections from Shakespeare (and more). Drinking games combined with iambic pentameter are sure to make for a fun evening. Tickets are $35 and include three samplings (designated driver tickets are $25). Visit DelShakes.org.
Delaware Antiques Show
Nov. 15-17 | 11am-6pm (Closes 5pm on Sunday)
Chase Center on the Riverfront, Wilmington
For more than 60 years, the highly acclaimed Delaware Antiques Show has highlighted the best of American antiques and decorative arts. The weekend-long showcase of art, antiques, and design will feature more than 60 dealers that are sure to inspire both seasoned and new collectors alike. Tickets are $25 ($20 for Winterthur members; children 12 and under free) and includes admission to all show days and Winterthur during the show dates. Visit Winterthur.org.
A Taste of First State Ciders
Saturday, Nov. 16 | 3-5pm
Mt. Cuba Center, Hockessin
Discover the history of apples, cider, and hard cider as well as the art and science of cidermaking by Liquid Alchemy founder and award-winning cidermaker Jeffrey “Doc” Cheskin in this discussion and tasting event. You’ll sample a variety of ciders including one made exclusively for Mt. Cuba using local ingredients. Tickets are $45 (ages 21+ only). Visit MtCubaCenter.org.
43rd Annual Artisan Show
Nov. 16 & 17
Center for the Creative Arts, Yorklyn
The Center for the Creative Arts welcomes more than 40 regional artisans from the Delaware Valley offering a variety of fine art and handcrafted items including jewelry, ceramics, knitwear, glass, and more. Marketplace hours are 10am-5pm on Saturday and 11am-4pm on Sunday. Weekend admission is $5, free for CCArts members and children 10 and under. Visit CCArts.org.
52nd Annual Turkey Trot
Saturday, Nov. 23 | 8am
Handloff Park, Newark
In what has become a pre-Thanksgiving tradition, each year hundreds of runners hit the streets for Delaware’s oldest continuous road race. Organized by the Newark Parks & Recreation Department, the 10K run and 5K walk raise money to provide financial assistance to youth who would otherwise be unable to participate in activities and programs offered by the parks department. $30 pre-registration; $35 day of event. Register at Races2Run.com.
Funksgiving Eve with Universal Funk Order & Friends
Wednesday, Nov. 27 | 7:30pm
The Queen, Wilmington
Kick off your Thanksgiving weekend at The Queen for a night of movin’ and groovin’ to the hot funk sounds of Universal Funk Order, along with special guests Richard Raw and The Blues Reincarnation Project. This event is 18 years and up with valid ID. Tickets are $15. This show sells out each year, so get your tickets early.
Visit TheQueenWilmington.com.
46th Thanksgiving Day MS Run
Thursday, Nov. 28 | 7:45am
Downtown Wilmington
Lace up your sneakers and run off that turkey feast in advance. This event includes a 10K and 5K run, along with a 5K walk and kiddie fun run. Afterwards, participants and their families will enjoy refreshments and take photos with Santa. Sprint together, towards a world free of MS. Register at Events.NationalMsSociety.org.
The 60th Annual Wilmington Jaycees Christmas Parade
Saturday, Nov. 30 | 11am
Downtown Wilmington
For 60 years, Wilmington’s cherished tradition has rung in the holiday season with festive floats, live music, antique cars, local celebrities, and other merry delights … all topped off with the arrival of St. Nick. Children are encouraged to bring and drop off letters to Santa (including their mailing address, if they’d like a reply) and the Wilmington Jaycees will work his elves to make sure each receives a response from the big man himself. Free event.
Visit WilmingtonJaycees.org.
Carols in Color
Sunday, Dec. 1 | 4pm
The Grand Opera House, Wilmington
Christina Cultural Arts Center’s holiday tradition retells the story of Christ’s birth according to the gospel of St. Matthew by using contemporary music, exuberant dance, and powerful narration, featuring some of Philadelphia’s premier vocalists and the movements of Eleone Dance Theatre and Eleone Connection of Philadelphia. Tickets are $25-$35, plus fees.
Visit TheGrandWilmington.org.
