6 Must-Attend Fall Festivals in Delaware to Put You in the Autumnal Spirit

The leaves are finally beginning to turn, and soon enough, there will be a 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 to check out in 2025.

1. Fall Fest at Fifer Orchards, Monday-Saturday From September 24 to November 8, 2025

On Saturdays from late September all the way through November 8, you can enjoy autumn activities at Fall Fest at Fifer Orchards. A corn maze, U-Pick apples and pumpkins, live music, baby farm animals, and more await you at Fifer's in Camden-Wyoming, Delaware. This is one of the best fall festivals in Delaware! The fest is open from 10 a.m. with last entry at 4:30 p.m.

2. Wings and Wheels Fall Festival in Georgetown, October 3 to 4, 2025

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. The festivities begin with a party on Friday, October 3, and the main event will take place on Saturday, October 4. Best of all, this family-friendly event is free! The Friday night event runs from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. The main event on Saturday is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

3. Apple-Scrapple Festival in Bridgeville, October 11 to 12, 2025

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. On Friday, the festival opens at 4 p.m. and ends at 10 p.m.. On Saturday, the festival opens at 9 a.m. and ends at 9 p.m.

4. Blackbird Creek Fall Festival in Townsend, October 18, 2025

The Blackbird Creek Fall Festival offers free family fun, celebrating Delaware's natural wonders and culture. Past festivals have featured local artisans and vendors, kid-friendly crafts, a scavenger hunt, guided hikes, and more. The festival is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

5. Hagley Craft Fair in Wilmington, October 18 to 19, 2025

The Hagley Craft Fair features talented craftspeople and artisans from across the Mid-Atlantic region. Both indoors and outdoors, the craft fair will take place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, October 19, and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, October 20.

6. The Sea Witch Festival in Rehoboth Beach, October 24 to 26, 2025

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, a costumed dog parade, trick-or-treating, games, vendors, live music, and more. The festival is typicaly open form 9 a.m. through 5 p.m. 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! Feeling inspired? Try planning your own Delaware trip using Only In Your State’s itinerary planner.