Festivals

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Sangria Fest
JUNE 6 – HUDSON FIELDS
This festival runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and features sangria, a fresh fruit bar, more than 80 local vendors, live music, inflatables and a petting zoo. Admission is $2 for adults.
hudsonfields.com
DU Derby
JUNE 5 – 7 – OCEAN CITY
Bahia Marina hosts the first annual DU Derby, where anglers compete for trophies and cash prizes in offshore and inshore divisions. The event benefits Ducks Unlimited and includes weigh-ins, awards and youth categories.
bahiamarina.com
Andy & Opie Fishing Tournament
JUNE 6 – MILTON
Held in Milton Memorial Park, this family fishing tournament encourages parents and children to enjoy the outdoors together. Age divisions range from 7 and under to 13-17, and every child receives a prize.
getkidshooked.com
Bethany Beach Seaside Craft Show
JUNE 6 – BETHANY BEACH
This juried craft show features fine artisans and exhibitors along the boardwalk from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Enjoy handmade goods, live music and coastal views at this rain-or-shine event.
townofbethanybeach.com
Delaware Pride Festival
JUNE 6 – DOVER
Celebrate diversity and inclusion on The Green at Legislative Hall. This family-friendly festival features entertainment, food vendors and activities for all ages.
delawarepride.org
Mid-Atlantic Sea Glass & Coastal Arts Festival
JUNE 6 – 7 – LEWES
Explore more than 75 booths featuring sea glass artists, artisans and collectors on the Lewes Historical Society campus. Enjoy lectures, live music, food and coastal-themed exhibits throughout the weekend.
historiclewes.org/event
Coastal Delaware Restaurant Week
JUNE 7 – 12 – COASTAL DELAWARE
Restaurants throughout Rehoboth, Dewey, Lewes and beyond offer prix-fixe menus and special discounts during this week-long celebration. A portion of proceeds supports military personnel and first responders.
beach-fun.com/restaurant-week.html
Cruise-In at Milton CHEER
JUNE 10 – MILTON
Free to participate and attend, this Cruise-In welcomes car enthusiasts for an evening of classic vehicles and family-friendly fun. Food specials include a jumbo hot dog, baked beans, chips and a drink for $5.
cheerde.com/cruise-in

The Cape's Guide to Pride

Delaware Pride Festival
JUNE 6 – DOVER
The state’s largest Pride celebration features drag performances, live entertainment, vendors, food, community organizations and family-friendly activities throughout the day.
delawarepride.org
Drag Bingo Brunch
SUNDAYS IN JUNE – REHOBOTH BEACH
Blue Moon hosts its popular Drag Bingo Brunch with bingo, brunch specials, cocktails and drag entertainment.
bluemoonrehoboth.com
Fabulous Drag Bingo
SUNDAYS IN JUNE – REHOBOTH BEACH
Freddie’s Beach Bar hosts weekly drag bingo featuring prizes, cocktails and plenty of laughs.
freddiesrb.com
Freddie’s Follies Drag Show
FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS IN JUNE – REHOBOTH BEACH
Freddie’s weekly drag revue features a rotating cast of performers, music and late-night entertainment.
freddiesrb.com
A Night with Roxy Cabaret
JUNE 4 – REHOBOTH BEACH
Blue Moon’s cabaret series brings live entertainment and drag-inspired performances to Baltimore Avenue.
bluemoonrehoboth.com
PRISM Beach Bonfire
JUNE 10 – LEWES
CAMP Rehoboth’s young professionals group gathers for a beach bonfire and community social event.
camprehoboth.org
Community. Heart. Pride. Opening Reception
JUNE 11 – REHOBOTH BEACH
CAMP Rehoboth celebrates its community art exhibition with an opening reception featuring local artists and Pride-themed works.
camprehoboth.org
Born This Way: A Pride Drag Show
JUNE 12 – MILTON
Milton Theatre celebrates Pride Month with an evening of drag performances focused on love, authenticity and community.
miltontheatre.com
Milton Pride Festival
JUNE 13 – MILTON
Hosted by Milton Theatre and Sussex Pride, this free community festival features entertainment, vendors, food and LGBTQIA+ organizations.
miltontheatre.com
The Girls of The Purple Parrot Bird Cage Drag Show
SUNDAYS IN JUNE – REHOBOTH BEACH
The Purple Parrot’s long-running Bird Cage drag show features performers, music and late-night entertainment.
ppgrill.com
Care Without Erasure
JUNE 18 – SUSSEX COUNTY
Sussex Pride presents a community discussion focused on LGBTQIA+ healthcare, inclusion and access to affirming services.
sussexpride.org
Pride in the Courtyard
JUNE 26 – REHOBOTH BEACH
CAMP Rehoboth celebrates Pride Month and its anniversary with a community gathering in the courtyard.
camprehoboth.org
Teresa Trull & Barbara Higbie Reunion Concert
JUNE 27 – REHOBOTH BEACH
Presented by Gay Women of Rehoboth, this special Pride Month concert reunites two celebrated performers for an evening of music and storytelling.
sussexpride.org

Farmers Markets

Bethany Beach Farmers Market
OPEN May 31 – Sep. 6
Sundays, 8 a.m. to noon.
Garfield Parkway and Pennsylvania Avenues, Bethany Beach
Farmers Market at Warren Station
OPEN June 6 – Aug. 29
Fridays, 8 a.m. to noon
1406 Coastal Hwy. (Rt. 1 Bayside), Fenwick Island
Fenwick Island Farmers Market
OPEN Jun. 5 – Sep. 4
Fridays, 8 a.m. to noon
The Station, Fenwick Island
Historic Lewes Farmers Market
OPEN May 2 – Sept. 26
Saturdays, 8 a.m. to noon.
George H.P. Smith Park, Lewes
Historic Lewes Farmers Market at Kings Highway
OPEN June 3 – Sept. 2
Wednesdays, 8 to 11:30 a.m.
37707 Crooked Hammock Way, Lewes
Milton Farmers and Artisans Market
OPEN May 15 – Sept. 4
Fridays, 3:30 to 6 p.m.
514 Union St., Milton
Nassau Valley Vineyards Farmers Market
OPEN May 3 – Oct. 25
Sundays, noon to 3 p.m.
32165 Winery Way, Lewes
Rehoboth Beach Farmers Market
OPEN May 5 – Oct. 27
Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Grove Park, Rehoboth Avenue, Rehoboth Beach
Sea Colony Farmers Market
OPEN May 27 – Sep. 2
Wednesdays, 8 a.m. to noon.
Marketplace at Sea Colony Shopping Center, 33546 Market Place, Bethany Beach
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