Whether you’re a consummate carnivore, bourbon aficionado, beer enthusiast, or all three, your dreams are about to come true this fall as the Beer, Bourbon, & BBQ Festival makes its way to Wilmington, Delaware, bringing with it a joyful celebration of Southern food and spirits. Delaware will play host to the grand finale of the tour, which will travel through six other states before arriving in Wilmington in mid-October.
The Beer, Bourbon, & BBQ Festival features delicious barbecue prepared by expert pit-masters. Platters of tender pork brisket, mouthwatering ribs, and more await.
Check out the vendors and try a bit of everything you'd like, enjoying live music along the way! There are also all sorts of games and activities to enjoy at the Cochon Carnival, like "giant Jenga", ping pong, and basketball.
True beer and bourbon aficionados will definitely want to check out the tasting theater, where seminars will be led by brewmasters and master distillers.
In addition to taste testing, you can also shop assorted merchandise at the festival - including hot sauces, BBQ accessories, and breweriana - so you can leave with some souvenirs.
Are you looking forward to the Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival in Wilmington this October? Here are some fun things to do in Delaware to tide you over till then. And check out some of the best places to stay in Delaware if you're looking to plan a getaway in the First State this spring or summer!
Delaware’s lush natural beauty lends itself well to fall activities. When the landscape is awash with multicolored leaves and the scent of apple cider and pumpkin pie fills the air, it brings a sense of comfort and community. Fall festivals are a great way for people to come together and celebrate the harvest of delicious crops and have some fun along the way. One of the best fall festivals in Delaware is Fall Fest at Fifer’s in Camden.
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This wonderful fall festival in Delaware began on September 23 and will run until November 4.
The main attraction is the spacious corn maze which has a different theme every year. For 2023, the theme is Motor Maze featuring the characters of the animated movie Cars.
The U-Pick Pumpkin Patch is a delight for all ages. Your kids’ faces will light up when they get to pick their own pumpkin to be carved into a Jack-O-Lantern or turned into a scrumptious pie.
U-Pick apples are also available as well as delicious apple cider and cider donuts. The store has its own delectable apple butter made from apples from the orchard as well as a to-die-for apple pie. If you can’t pick apples, there are fresh ones on sale.
There is no shortage of activities including Super Straw Slides, Bee Line Swings, Jumping Pillows, Tire Tumblers, Pedal Tractors, Farmer Foosball, Rubber Duck Races, Farmer Volleyball, and tons more.
You can’t leave the festivities without stopping in the farm store where you’ll find a wide selection of fresh produce, tasty homemade treats, delightful preserves, yummy baked goods, and so much more.
Have you ever attended Fall Fest at Fifer’s in Camden? If so, let us know all about your experiences in the comments. If not, get yourself to Camden and enjoy this wonderful festival in person. Keep up to date on daily happenings on Fifer's Facebook page. To see some of the First State’s natural beauty, check out these lovely fall destinations in Delaware.
The leaves are finally beginning to turn, and soon enough there will be the blessed chill in the air that we fall fanatics wait longingly for every year as we endure the summer heat. Yes, autumn is fast approaching on the horizon, and that means the fall festivals in Delaware are just about to begin. So gear up for a season of pumpkin spice, brilliant fall foliage, and lots of fun -- here are the best fall festivals in Delaware.
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1. Delaware Saengerbund Oktoberfest in Newark, Sept. 20-22, 2024
A celebration of German culture, food, and of course, beer, the Delaware Saengerbund Oktoberfest is held over the course of three days. Expect traditional German music and dancing, lots of German food and brews, amusement park rides, and more. Admission is $10 which includes unlimited amusement rides. The weekend-long event opens on Friday the 20th at 5 p.m. A parade will be held at 7 p.m. on Friday as well. Additionally, there is a $5 parking charge on Friday and Saturday but parking is free on Sunday.
Art on the Green has been held annually at Battery Park in New Castle for over fifty years. Come see the work of over 200 artisans and craftspeople! Art on the Green will run Saturday, Sept. 28 from 10 a.m. to 4 a.m. It's such a great way to celebrate fall in Delaware!
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3. Faithful Friends 5K & Mutt Mile at Bellevue State Park, Sept. 29, 2024
This event, benefiting Faithful Friends Animal Society, features the largest dog-friendly race in Delaware! If you're not up to walking or running the 5K, you can always do the Mutt Mile, or stop by after the race. There will be a variety of vendors, including pet goods and local merchants, plus food trucks. If you're looking for a new friend, there will be adoptable dogs there as well. The event goes from 9 a.m. to noon on Sunday, Sept. 29.
4. Fall Fest at Fifer Orchards, Saturdays from September 24th through November 5th
On Saturdays from Sept. 21 all the way through Nov. 9, you can enjoy all manner of autumn activities at Fall Fest at Fifer Orchards. A corn maze, U-Pick apples and pumpkins, live music, baby farm animals, and more await at Fifer's in Camden-Wyoming. This is one of the best fall festivals in Delaware!
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5. Wings and Wheels Fall Festival in Georgetown, Oct. 4-5, 2024
The Wings and Wheels tagline is "where the sky meets the road," and it's sure to be a hit with fans of classic cars and aircraft. World War II warbirds, vintage hotrods, live music, local food, and so much more can be found at this fun-filled festival in Georgetown. It starts with a dinner event on Friday, Oct. 4 and the main event takes place Saturday, Oct. 5 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Best of all, this family-friendly event is free!
6. Apple-Scrapple Festival in Bridgeville, Oct. 11-12, 2024
If you're searching for "fall festivals near me," the annual Apple-Scrapple Festival is a Delaware favorite. An open-air street festival celebrating two of the area's most famous foods, it features vendors, carnival games, delicious food, live entertainment, and so much more. It opens at 4 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 11, and 9 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 12.
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7. Blackbird Creek Fall Festival in Townsend, Oct. 19, 2024
The Blackbird Creek Fall Festival offers free family fun, celebrating Delaware's natural wonders and culture. Past festivals have included local artisans and vendors, kid-friendly crafts, a scavenger hunt, a guided hike, and more. The festival takes place on the third Saturday in October from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
8. Hagley Craft Fair in Wilmington, Oct. 19-20, 2024
The Hagley Craft Fair brings talented craftspeople and artisans from all over the Mid-Atlantic region. Both indoors and outdoors, the craft fair takes place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 19, and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 20.
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9. The Sea Witch Festival in Rehoboth Beach, Oct. 25-27, 2024
And of course, no list of fall festivals in Delaware is complete without the Sea Witch Festival in Rehoboth Beach. This three-day festival is a Halloween-themed spectacular with a costume parade, costumed dog parade, trick-or-treating, games, vendors, live music, and more. This year it's taking place from October 25th through the 17th. Sea you there!
Are you excited about the fall and all the fall festivals in Delaware? What fall events are your favorites? Tell us in the comments!
