2025 Spring and Summer Vacation Planner • Accommodations • Attractions • Festivals & Events • Homes Southern Delaware Enjoy the Outdoors in Southern DelawareEnjoy the Outdoors in Southern Delaware View this issue online at SouthernDelawareVacationPlanner.com Fun at Southern Fun at Southern Delaware FarmsDelaware Farms Spring EventsSpring Events Scan with your phone to view this issue Butch Comegys Summer EventsSummer EventsHome2 Suites by Hilton Lewes Rehoboth Beach 17388 Ocean One Plaza, Lewes 302-200-7373 https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/sbydeht Complimentary Breakfast High Speed WiFi Pet Friendly (with a dog park!) 24/7 Spin2 Cycle, Combined Fitness/Laundry Facility Indoor Heated Pool and Business Center Dynamic and Savvy Rooms designed to help you feel at home while away from home. 2025 Southern Delaware Spring & Summer Vacation PlannerPage 1 Southern Delaware 2025 Spring & Summer Vacation Planner is published by Southern Delaware Publishing Inc. 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Box 990, Ocean View, DE 19970 302-745-3029 • FAX: 302-539-1396 email: delawareexplorer@gmail.com Plan Your Visit to Southern Delaware 18826 Coastal Hwy. • Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971 (302) 645-8003 • (800) HAMPTON www.rehobothbeach.hamptoninn.com REHOBOTH BEACH/LEWES REHOBOTH BEACH • DELAWARE Earn Free Travel with Hilton Honors • Free Breakfast • Indoor Pool • Refrigerators • Microwaves • Fitness Center • Free WiFi • Conference & Meeting Room TM About the Cover: Clockwise, from left, Fireworks will fill the skies over area Independence Day Celebrations including over Rehoboth Beach, Southern Delaware has many farms and farm markets that offer u-pick fruits and vegetables, The Quiet Resorts Ocean to Bay Bike Tour is a popular spring event held annually in April, Delaware is home to miles of beaches on the Atlantic Ocean as well as on the inland bays offering fun for the entire family. A visit to southern Delaware offers a relaxing getaway anytime of the year. In this issue you will find descriptions of the many attractions located throughout southern Delaware, a guide to area golf courses, spring and summer events calendar, accommodations listings, real estate listings and an antique map. Southern Delaware features a variety of attractions that offer the opportunity to enjoy the outdoors. Many are located in historic small towns, along scenic waterways and beach resorts. Attractions range from lighthouses and beaches, to museums and buildings that trace the roots of the areas history and nautical heritage. Southern Delaware’s golf courses have been acclaimed as best in the state and offer layouts for golfers of all skill levels. Golfers will enjoy the challenge of the championship courses throughout Southern Delaware including Bayside, Baywood Greens, Bear Trap Dunes, Heritage Shores, Jonathan’s Landing, Mulligan’s Pointe, Plantation Lakes, and The Rookery. Spring and summer in southern Delaware are filled with unique events and festivals. The events calendar includes arts and craft shows, classic car shows, sidewalk sales, fishing tournaments, the annual Delaware State Fair and fireworks displays concluding Independence Day celebrations. We encourage you to check the listed websites and Facebook pages or call before making plans to visit. You can also find updated informa- tion in the monthly issues of the Southern Delaware Explorer magazine or by visiting SouthernDelawareExplorer.com. Send your email to delawareexplorer@gmail to receive updates when each issue is posted online. We hope you find this Vacation Planner helpful in planning your next visit to Southern Delaware. Please mention that you have read about the participating accommodations and attractions in the Vacation Planner on your next visit. For visitor information, contact the Southern Delaware Tourism office at 800-357-1818 or visit www.visitSouthern Delaware.com. Page 22025 Southern Delaware Spring & Summer Vacation Planner Enjoy Southern Delaware’s Unique Festivals and Events on Your Next Getaway See FEBRUARY EVENTS - Page 3 A Weekend for the Books Jan. 31 - Feb. 2, 2025 Read More at Fireandicede.com TM Ice Sculpture Tours • Live Carvings • Drink Tastings • BonfireS & More! We suggest visiting the listed websites or calling to verify the most up-to-date information before visiting. Now- March 2 - Rozeal.: Want Not (Rescue from the Otherwise Obscene, Salvation from the Wicked) The Biggs Museum of American Art in Dover offers a blockbuster exhibition by renowned artist Rozeal. 406 Federal St., Dover. 302-674-2111 or visit www.thebiggsmuseum.org. Now- March 9 – Recent Acquisitions exhibition at the Rehoboth Art League. Visit rehobothartleague.org Jan. 31-Feb. 2 – Quiet Resorts “A Weekend for the Books” Fire & Ice Festival. Enjoy a weekend of winter fes- tivities at the beach including multiple ice sculpture tours, live ice carving demonstrations, bonfires, a skating rink, inflatables, chili cookoff, drink tastings, and so much more. VisitFireandIceDE.com.or call 302-539-2100. Jan. 31 – Feb. 2 - Polar Bear Plunge weekend in Rehoboth Beach, to benefit Special Olympics Delaware. The weekend includes their Fire & Ice Festival, 5K Run to the Plunge, Restaurant Chili Contest, and many other wonderful fam- ily friendly events that of course culminates in the Plunge at 1 p.m. on Sunday, February 2nd. For info, call (866) I-PLUNGE or visit www.plungede.org for a schedule. Jan. 31- Feb. 2 - 10th annual Winter Delmarva Dogfish BirdINNg Weekend. This is the 10th yearenjoying great looks at the waterfowl, seabirds, shorebirds, raptors — and seals! — that are on full display in the mid-Atlantic during the winter months. 112 species were tallied during the 2024 event, includingGreat Cormorant, White-winged Scoter and Razorbill, as well as Harbor and Gray Seals. Visit www. dogfish.com/inn/packages or delmarvabirding.com Feb. 1—Learn about the changing seasons, historical tradi- tions and make a unique, nature-based craft. Zwaanendael Museum, 102 Kings Hwy. 303-645-1148 or zmuseum@ delaware.gov. Feb. 1 -2025 Bull & Oyster Roast. 5-9 p.m. at the Frankford Vol. Fire Co., 7 Main St. Frankford. 302-732-6662 for info. Feb. 6 - RBVFC Auxiliary Winter Bingo. Doors open at 5pm and bingo starts at 6:30pm. at the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center. Call 302-227-8400 for info. Feb 7, Mar. 7, Apr. 4, May 2, June 6, July 3, Aug. 1— Every First Friday. Experience the charm of Historic Lewes on First Fridays from 4–7 p.m.! Step into the spirit of the Revolution with colonial drinks at Sussex Tavern, rich brews at Lewistown Coffee-house, antique treasures, and tales of the past shared by crackling bonfires. Visit them at 110 Shipcarpenter Street for this free event. For more info, visit historiclewes.org. Feb. 7- March 9 –Every Day Man exhibition at the Rehoboth Art League. Visit rehobothartleague.org. Feb. 7-9 – Every First weekend-Free admission to the Biggs Museum of American Art. The community is invited See FEBRUARY EVENTS - Page 4 February Events from page 2 The Town of The Town of Ocean View’sOcean View’s FOR MORE INFO VISIT www.OceanViewDE.Gov may june october november CLASSIC MOVIE THEME NIGHTS starts 8:00pm FRI. May 9th - The Goonies FRI. May 16th - Jaws Concerts in the Park Friday, June 6th – Hot Sauce Friday, June 20th – Love Seed Mama Jump Friday, June 27th – Funsters COPS AND GOBLINS SAT. OCT 25 - 1 to 4pm OlD TOWN HOLIDAY MARKET & TREE LIGHTING SAT. NOV. 29 1 to 5:30pm 2025 Line up of Family Friendly FREE Community Events In Beautiful John West Park - 32 West Ave 2025 Southern Delaware Spring & Summer Vacation PlannerPage 3 to explore the Biggs collection and special exhibitions free of charge on the first weekend of every month, including Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Hands on craft projects are available free of charge on First Saturdays between 11 a.m.- 2 p.m., followed by a guided tour with a different topic each month at 2 p.m. Free, 406 Federal St., Dover. Call 302-674- 2111 or visit www.biggsmuseum.org. Feb. 8 – Tuskegee Airmen program at The Milford Museum. The program will bne held at the Milford Public Library at 1 p.m. Visit www.milforddemuseum.org/events/ for info. Feb. 8 – Make A Sailor Valentine. Learn about historic sailor valentines, and then make oneyourself. Craft free and for all ages at the Zwaanendael Museum, 102 Kings Hwy., Lewes from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. 302-645-1148 or email zmu- seum@delaware.gov or visit www.History.delaware.gov Feb. 9 - 13, 21, 23 - 25, 28, Mar. 7, 9 -1 3, 23 -2 8 & 30, Apr. 6, 7, 9 - 11, 13 – Cape Water Tours Seal Watching Tour-Lewes Ferry Terminal. Cruise out into the Delaware Bay as you safely and respectfully observe as many as 50-100 harbour and gray seals resting on the inner and out breakwater walls. Lewes Ferry Terminal, Lewes. Visit www.capewatertaxi.com or call 302-644- 7334. Feb. 12—Bay Banter & Brews with Delaware Center for the Inland Bays 3-5 pm @ Ocean View Brewing, Ocean View inlandbays.org. Feb. 12 – Decadent Dessert Bakeoff. Entries will be judged on presentation, taste & representation of theme. 4-6 p.m. at the Hampton Inn, Coastal Hwy., Rehoboth. Call the Georgetown Chamber at 302-856-1544 for info. Feb. 13—Speaker Series “A New View: The Daisey Family Legacy Photo Collection” Explore the vibrant Black community that shaped Lewes through 30 historic photos (late 1800s–1960s), showcasing church life, military ser- vice, childhood, and recreation. Hear first-hand accounts that bring these stories to life. The event will take place at the Rollins Center, 101 Adams Ave., Lewes from 5–6 p.m. Admission at $10 per person. For more info, visit histori- clewes.org. Feb. 14 – Revelries and Revolutionaries! Join Elevation in celebrating Black History Month with a concert featuring Revelries and Revolutionaries!Free Admission: 7:30 p.m., St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 211 Mulberry St., Lewes. elevatevocalarts.org/events/revelries-and-revolutionaries Feb. 14 – Happy Valentines Day at Downtown Alley & Antique Alley of Bridgeville. Guess the amount of hearts & win a gift certificate. Visit antiquealleyde.com or call 302-337-3137. Feb. 15 – Happy, Healthy Valentine Wellness Fair. From wellness tips to self-care treats!Discover natural remedies, fitnessideas, mindful practices and healthy nutrition plus, meet local experts in physical & emotional wellness, insur- ance, finance & more! Millsboro Fire Hall, 109 East State St., Millsboro. Visit millsborochamber.com or call 302-934- 6777. Feb. 15 - Experience the Artistry of Rozeal. - Live at the Biggs Museum. Visit the Biggs from 1-4 p.m., as inter- nationally renowned artist Rozeal. offers a rare glimpse into her creative process. Witness her live as she adds the Page 4 2025 So. DE Spring & Summer Vacation Planner February Events - from page 3 See FEB & MARCH EVENTS - Page 5 Welcome tooff Route 1 near the beach and boardwalk Welcome to the end of your day https://www.hotelwaverehobothbeach.com/ 302.226.0700 Suites with FireplacesSuites with Fireplaces Indoor Heated Pool Indoor Heated Pool and Whirlpooland Whirlpool Complimentary Complimentary BreakfastBreakfast Complimentary Complimentary High Speed Wi-FiHigh Speed Wi-Fi Hotel WaveHotel Wave Discover arts events throughout Delaware SCAN TO LAUNCH finishing touches to her works-in-progress, followed by a Q&A and an exclusive tour. Biggs Museum 406 Federal St., Dover. Call 302-674-2111 or visit www.biggsmuseum.org. Feb. 15 – Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser for the Bowers Beach Museum. Seatings at 3, 4:30 or 6 p.m. 3357 Main St., Bowers. Call 302-222-6341 for info. Feb. 20 - 23 – 6th Annual Rehoboth Beach Black American Film Festival. The Rehoboth Beach Film Society’s Black American Film Festival celebrates the trailblazing work of black artists in shaping American culture at the Cinema Art Theater in Lewes. Call 302-645-9095 or visitwww. rehobothfilm.com. Feb 21, March 21, April 18, May 16, June 20, July 18, Aug. 14—Chantey Nights. The Sussex Tavern at Historic Lewes is pleased to host Chantey Night on the third Friday night of each month from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Come on down to 110 Shipcarpenter Street, grab a grog or beer, and join a merry throng of Chanty-ers that love to make a joyful noise. No talent is necessary, and songbooks are provided! Visit historiclewes.org. Feb. 22 - Southern Delaware Chorale will present “A Choral Tapestry: Celebrating Black History Month” at 4 p.m. Presented at Epworth United Methodist Church in Rehoboth Beach. For info visit www.southerndelawarecho- rale.org. Feb. 22 – 29th Annual Seaford Volunteer Fire Department Train & Toy Show. Operating train layouts, vendors selling and displaying trains and toys on two floors, food available. K-Cup Coffee Pods Pick Your Favorites! 112 Market St., 302 956-6984 Downtown Alley is a 6,000 sq. ft. store with a unique flair. Mix n Match K-Cups, Eagle Wingz Sauces, Local Honey, Dip Mixes, Bridgeville & Delaware Memorabilia, Alley Pets, Antiques and So Much More 18208 Sussex Hwy. 302 337-3137 Antique Alley of Bridgeville is a 20,000 sq. ft. shopping mall extravaganza on Rt 13. Easy access and plenty of parking. Two Unique Stores in One Small Town BridgevilleDelaware www.antiquealleyde.com OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK! Follow Follow us on us on FacebookFacebook Mark your calendars for our 2025 Special Shopping Events Jan. thru July. Fri. Jan. 31 National Hot Chocolate Day Enjoy our hot cocoa bar AA Fri. Feb. 7 Rose Day (Order today for Valentines Day Flowers and Receive $5 OFF) DA Fri. Feb. 14 Happy Valentines Day - Guess the amount of hearts and win a gift certificate DA & AA Sat. Feb. 15 Free Hot Dog Day DA Wed. Feb. 26 Soup Social AA Sun. March 2 Vintage Fashion Show through the Ages AA Thurs. March 6 Oreo Day DA Fri. March 14 Pi Day - Enjoy a slice of pie with us DA & AA Sat. March 15 Free Hot Dog Day DA S un. March 16 Cabin Fever Scavenger Hunt, 1 p.m. AA Sun. March 31 Crayon Day (Bring your old crayons & we will send them off (Contribution to Art & Childhood Creativity)DA & AA Tues. April 1 Restoration Contest Begins (Inquire in store or on our website) AA Sat. April 19 - Free Hot Dog Day DA Sun. April 20 CLOSED FOR EASTER DA AA Tues. April 22 Earth Day - Recycle/ Repurpose (Furniture Restoration contest participants feature and voted on) AA Wed. April 23World Book Day AA & DA Sat. April 2610 Year Anniversary Storewide 10% Off PLUS Surprises Sat. April 26National Pretzel Day Enjoy a Vairiety of PretzelsDA & AA Thurs. May 1 Restoration Contest Winner Announced AA Sun. May 4 Lemonade Day DA & AA Sun. May 11 Mothers Day Special Free Gift for Moms, while supplies last Sat. May 17 Free Hot Dog Day DA Sun. May 25 Wine and Cheese Day DA Fri. June 15 Father’s Day - Free Gift for Dads, while supplies last. Sat. June 21 Free Hot Dog Day DA Fri . June 27 Bingo Day - Cards provided. DA & AA July Christmas In July - Enter to Win a Christmas Gift Basket Sat. July 19 - Free Hot Dog Day DA Fall and Christmas Events to be Announced Feb. & March Events - from page 4 See MARCH EVENTS - page 6 For more events, contact the Rehoboth Beach - Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce atBeach-Fun.com or 302-227-6446 Funded in part by Southern Delaware Tourism. Merchants’ Attic · April 12 Spring Sidewalk Sale · May 2-4 Restaurant Week · June 1-6 Monday Night Movies · June 16 - August 18 Wednesday Night Bonfires · June 18 - August 20 Scarecrow Trail & Show · October 1-31 Fall Sidewalk Sale · October 3-5 Sea Witch ® Festival · October 24-26 Santa’s House on the Boards · November & December Holiday Lobby Decorating Contest · December 1-31 Rehoboth Beach & Dewey Beach 2025 Fun Events . . . by the Water! 2025 Southern Delaware Spring & Summer Vacation PlannerPage 5 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 302 King St., Seaford. 302-629-3112 for info. March 1 – 302 Day Celebration. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., grab your 302 gear and a whole lotta Delaware pride and head to the Dogfish Milton brewery for their 2025302 Day Celebration! Visit, alongside 302 Horseshoe Crab for local libations, lawn games, face painting, Delaware eats, live music and LOTS of 302 merch. They’ll be raffling off some goodness & donating proceeds toDelaware State Parks. They’ll have live music byHomestead Bluegrassfrom 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. & live band karaoke byThe Nick Kashmanian Triofrom 2- 4 p.m.! www.dogfish.com/302-day for info. March 1– Mardi Gras Masquerade with The Milford Museum. Milford Senior Center from 7-10 p.m. Visit www. milforddemuseum.org/events/ for info. March 1—Soup and Bake Sale—Ceramics, books & puzzles, too! 8–11 am Lewes Senior Activity Center 32083 Janice Rd. LewesSeniorCenter.org, 302-645-9293 March 2 – Vintage Fashion Show (Through the Ages) at Antique Alley of Bridgeville. 18208 Sussex Hwy., Bridgeville. Call 302-337-3137 or visit antiquealleyde.com. March 6-8 – Spring Fling Open House at Simply Charming. Browse through the boutiques located throughout the stores to find spring décor and gifts. Located at 2 S. Railroad Avenue in Wyoming and at 11 Mill Street. Call 302-697- 7377 for visit www.simplycharmingde.com for info. March 7—Dine to Donate to benefit Delaware Center for the Inland Bays 4-9 pm @ Crooked Hammock in Lewes. Visit inlandbays.org.March Events - from pg. 5 See MARCH EVENTS - page 8 Long Neck Millsboro Selbyville Frankford Fenwick Island Ocean View Bethany Beach Dagsboro Georgetown Ellendale Milton Savannah Rd. Milford Lincoln Lewes Rehoboth Beach Dewey Beach 30 16 1 1 1 5 5 1 1 20 20 20 26 26 26 24 24 30 24 24 23 23 17 54 54 18 113 113 9 9 9 113 113 is Our Specialty SUSSEX COUNTY SUSSEX COUNTY’S CHOICE FOR WALK-IN CARE With convenient locations throughout the county (including five Walk-In Care centers and two emergency departments), the best care is now more accessible than ever before. And as our county grows, you can be confident and proud that we’ll continue to grow with it. Scan for a full list of our locations. Ready to care for you, wherever and whenever you need us. Page 62025 Southern Delaware Spring & Summer Vacation Planner March 8 - Delaware Health-Fitness & Leisure Expo at Cape Henlopen High School, Lewes. Meet over 80+ of the area’s top health, wellness, fitness, leisure and home product and service companies in the resort area from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. For info; 302-236-0857 or visit www.deexpos.com. March 8 - Spring Craft Fair. CHEER’s Community Center, 20520 Sand Hill Road, Georgetown (east of the circle) 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more info visit www.cheerde.com or call 302-515-0001. March 8—Haunted Histories Paranormal Investigations. Hear haunting histories and true tales of long-ago residents. Tours begin at the LHS Historic Main Campus at110 Shipcarpenter Street from 8–10:30 p.m.Cost: $35 per adult. Registration is required. For more info, visit historiclewes. org or call 302-645-7076. March 9 - Irish Music & Dance Concert. 1-4 p.m. at the Milford Senior Center, 111 Park Ave., Milford. For infor- mation, call 302-491-4125 or 302-839-1180 or visit www. irishrosegiftshop.com. March 9 – 17th Annual Milton St. Patrick’s Day Parade & 12th Lucky 5k race. The events are sponsored by Irish Eyes Pub & Restaurant, downtown Milton. For info call 302-684- 5005 or visit www.miltonstpatricksdayparade.com/ or www. seashorestriders.com to register. March 13—Speaker Series, “Prominent Women of Lewes” Celebrate Women’s History Month with an engaging talk by Denise Clemons, Chairwoman of Historic Lewes, as she highlights the remarkable women who shaped Lewes’ his-2025 Southern Delaware Spring & Summer Vacation PlannerPage 7 Rooms With A View Situated on the famous Rehoboth Beach boardwalk, stretching between Baltimore and Maryland Avenues, the Atlantic Sands boasts breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean from nearly every point in the hotel. Awake to the sounds of waves lapping on the beach, explore an action-packed boardwalk with a historic amusement park. Nicknamed the Culinary Coast™, Rehoboth Beach is home to dozens of top-notch restaurants, local breweries, and tons of activities making our town a top destination for travelers year-round. Perfect destination for vacationing with family or friends, celebrating a special occasion or hosting a meeting. Our oceanfront hotel features The Kove, a year-round restaurant; an outdoor saltwater pool and sun deck; Kiwi’s Tiki Hut, a seasonal bar and many more amenities. 1 BALTIMORE AVENUE • REHOBOTH BEACH, DE • WWW.ATLANTICSANDSHOTEL.COM 302-227-2511Next >