Events This Weekend in Delaware and Maryland
We transition away from the Fall Festival Season this week and into more of an early holiday season, with several events and gatherings on this week's schedule that have a bit of a Christmasy feel.
This is headlined by the 2024 debut of the always anticipated Winter Celebration at the Schellville complex in Rehoboth Beach. This kicks off on Saturday and you can read much more on that and several other upcoming events below.
As always, we wish everyone a great weekend at and near the Delaware and Maryland beaches. And please let us be one of the first to wish you a happy and joyous holiday season in 2024.
Now, here are the Oldfather Group's top choices for the expanded weekend of November 15-17 in the coastal region and beyond. Have a fantastic weekend everyone!
Schellville Enchanted Winter Celebration (Begins November 16)
The always fun and popular winter celebration at Schellville kicks off this Saturday, November 16. It will run on weekends only over the next few weeks before expanding to longer hours as we get closer to Christmas.
A change this year for the popular holiday event - no tickets are required for entry during the 2024 run. Just come out and enjoy the festivities!
Popular activities at Schellville will again include the outdoor roller-skating rink, a sled hill, train rides, a snow zone, live music, a tree maze, nearly two dozen miniature themed houses, concessions, and a lot more.
Schellville is located behind Tanger Outlets Seaside on Coastal Highway in Rehoboth Beach.
Learn much more about the 2024 Enchanted Winter Celebration by visiting schellbrothers.com.
War at the Shore (November 17)
This seventh annual event takes place at Bethany Blues in Lewes and pits several of the area's best bartenders and chefs against each other in a fun and spirited competition for your votes.
More than a dozen local restaurants will be represented in 2024 in this competition that "pairs mixology and chef collaborations."
The idea behind the War at the Shore is to pair Sagamore Rye whiskey with food that complements the flavor of the beverage when paired with different culinary options.
General admission tickets to this event are $40 and include samples of the entries as well as the ability to vote for the ultimate winner of the competition. Learn more about the 2024 War at the Shore by visiting bethany-blues.com.
MERR Finraiser (November 16)
The MERR Institute will be holding its annual finraiser this Saturday, November 16, at Salero, located on the top floor of the Henlopen Hotel in downtown Rehoboth Beach.
This is the organization's largest annual fundraising event with all proceeds going to further the work of the Institute, primarily working to help save endangered marine animals and sea turtles.
Scheduled for 4 until 8 p.m., the evening will feature live music from 33 1/3, a wine tasting event, desserts, hors d'oeuvres, and both live and silent auctions.
Tickets for this annual fundraiser are $100. Learn more at merrinstitute.org.
Cape Henlopen Senior Center Holiday Fair (November 16)
The folks at the Cape Henlopen Senior Center in Rehoboth Beach will be holding their annual holiday fair this Saturday, November 16, from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m.
Located on Christian Street downtown, this annual event features a large selection of craft items, as well as refreshments, and plenty of holiday cheer.
Call 302-227-2055 or click here for more information.
Christmas Village (November 16)
Fun times are planned for Concord Pet Store on Miller Road in Rehoboth Beach this Saturday, November 16, as the 2024 Christmas Village takes center stage for much of the day.
Activities planned for this fun event include portraits with Santa Claus, a Christmas boutique, a shot clinic for your fur babies, raffles, more than 30 local vendors, food trucks, and a decorating your own cookie event.
The Christmas Village is scheduled for 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Concord Pet Store. Learn more by visiting concordpetfoods.com.
Local Artisan Market (November 17)
Nearly two dozen local artists and crafters will be coming together at Rehoboth Beach's Cambria Hotel this Sunday, November 17, from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. for a special Local Artisan Market event.
Items presented and for sale will include soaps, paintings, glassware, jewelry, home decor, and more. Live music is also included during the course of the event.
Visit the Facebook page for the event here for more information.
The Art of Fall Floral Arrangements Workshop (November 14)
Local REALTOR Samantha Jackson will be hosting this special event at The Pines American Bistro on Baltimore Avenue in Rehoboth Beach. The time is 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, November 14.
This event revolves around techniques you can use to create beautiful floral arrangements in your home or office.
You can learn more about this special autumn event and/or reserve your place by clicking here.
... plus so much more!
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