Fall Market

Join us for the Fall Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more—just in time for your autumn gatherings. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the harvest season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: Lewes Elementary School Parking

Website: https://www.historiclewesfarmersmarket.org

Stay tuned for details!

Boast the Coast Maritime Festival celebrates Lewes’ Historic and Nautical Heritage. Dutch seamen landed in Lewes in 1631 and established the first settlement. Consequently, Lewes is known as the “First Town in the First State.”

This year’s Boast the Coast, hosted by the Lewes Chamber of Commerce, takes place on Saturday, October 3 with free activities in 1812 Park from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. We’ll celebrate America’s 250 th by giving away free flags to the first 100 attendees. 1812 Park overlooks the Lewes Rehoboth Canal with a public dock adjacent to the park.

On the day of the event, Freedom Boat Club offers free boat rides on the canal, giving attendees an opportunity to see Lewes from a different perspective. Free facepainting and musical entertainment also take place in the park. Cape Water Tours offers an hour-long, ticketed Nautical History Tour. Both the History Tour and the Freedom Boat rides depart from the City Dock.

There are other activities in Lewes associated with Boast the Coast including free tours of the Lightship Overfalls and the Lewes Historical Society’s Cannonball House, both a short walk from 1812 Park.

Parking at 1812 Park and the historic business district is metered.

Parking at the Lightship Overfalls is free.

There are no food trucks at Boast the Coast but there are numerous restaurants within walking distance of the activities.

The following day, the University of Delaware hosts Coast Day, also a nautically-themed event, offering activities at their Lewes campus. The University and the Lewes Chamber jointly market the two events as a Maritime Weekend. Coast Day has food trucks.

Visit the encampment of an American Loyalist on the lawn of the Zwaanendael Museum. Visitors will meet our costumed historian portraying an officer of the Loyal American Regiment, and learn about the uniforms, equipment and life of a Loyalist from Lewes during the Revolutionary War.

Guest of all ages can also enjoy a free activity or craft, and visit the museum at no cost.

Fall Market

Join us for the Fall Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more—just in time for your autumn gatherings. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the harvest season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: Lewes Elementary School Parking

Website: https://www.historiclewesfarmersmarket.org

Experience a taste of what Historic Lewes has to offer our community on First Fridays! Each month visit the Sussex Tavern for a colonial-inspired beverage, stop into the Lewistown Coffee-house for a taste of the Revolution, browse the Historic Lewes Antique Shop, listen to live music, take a tour, and enjoy stories from bygone times…all in the beautiful setting of our Historic Lewes Town Campus. Our community nights are FREE to attend!

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: Shipcarpenter Street

Come “find your place in history” with us at the History Book Festival, celebrating a weekend and beyond of learning, inspiration, and community!

The History Book Festival is the only book festival dedicated to history through story, showcasing new historical fiction and narrative nonfiction from multiple subjects, eras, and voices. Over 90% of HBF’s author presentations are free and open to all, drawing readers from 30 states and abroad to this singular event at the Delaware beaches in historic Lewes. HBF authors also visit classrooms in Delaware, from preschool to college. HBF provides their books to schools, libraries, and community organizations, engaging and inspiring people of all ages to read, think, and talk about history.

Sign up forHBF’s eNews here: https://www.historybookfestival.org/subscribe

Location: The festival takes place at various locations in Lewes, Delaware.

Time: Details Coming Soon

Come “find your place in history” with us at the History Book Festival, celebrating a weekend and beyond of learning, inspiration, and community!

The History Book Festival is the only book festival dedicated to history through story, showcasing new historical fiction and narrative nonfiction from multiple subjects, eras, and voices. Over 90% of HBF’s author presentations are free and open to all, drawing readers from 30 states and abroad to this singular event at the Delaware beaches in historic Lewes. HBF authors also visit classrooms in Delaware, from preschool to college. HBF provides their books to schools, libraries, and community organizations, engaging and inspiring people of all ages to read, think, and talk about history.

Saturday, September 26 features free presentations by HBF authors. The Keynote and Closing events are ticketed. HBF eNews subscribers get early access to 2026 Keynote and Closing event tickets in late June, along with a first look at the other 2026 books/authors. Keynote and Closing events will be announced to the general public in early July, if tickets remain.

Sign up forHBF’s eNews here: https://www.historybookfestival.org/subscribe

Location: The festival takes place at various locations in Lewes, Delaware.

Time: Details Coming Soon

Summer farmers Market

Join us for the Summer Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more—just in time for your season gatherings. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: George H. P. Smith Memorial Park

Website: https://www.historiclewesfarmersmarket.org

Come “find your place in history” with us at the History Book Festival, celebrating a weekend and beyond of learning, inspiration, and community!

The History Book Festival is the only book festival dedicated to history through story, showcasing new historical fiction and narrative nonfiction from multiple subjects, eras, and voices. Over 90% of HBF’s author presentations are free and open to all, drawing readers from 30 states and abroad to this singular event at the Delaware beaches in historic Lewes. HBF authors also visit classrooms in Delaware, from preschool to college. HBF provides their books to schools, libraries, and community organizations, engaging and inspiring people of all ages to read, think, and talk about history.

Sign up forHBF’s eNews here: https://www.historybookfestival.org/subscribe

Location: The festival takes place at various locations in Lewes, Delaware.

Time: Details Coming Soon

A Rolling Piece of American History Comes to Lewes

A rolling piece of American history is making its way to Coastal Delaware this September as the Antique Auto Revival Glidden Tour arrives in Lewes for two unforgettable days of vintage automobiles, local history, and waterfront charm.

This nationally recognized tour brings approximately 150 beautifully preserved pre–World War II vehicles through the region as part of a 5-day, 500-mile journey celebrating the evolution of the American automobile and the spirit of early American travel.

Event Details

September 21 & 24, 2026
All Day

Locations Across Lewes:
Lightship Overfalls
Historic Lewes Complex
Fort Miles

What to Expect

Over the course of both event days, antique automobiles will travel from Dover into Lewes before dividing into rotating groups throughout town.

Visitors can expect:

• Approximately 150 pre-WWII vintage automobiles

• Rotating vehicle displays at multiple historic Lewes locations

• Ferry crossings between Lewes and Cape May

• Opportunities to experience different collections of vehicles throughout the day

• A rare chance to see automotive history actively touring Coastal Delaware

Once the vehicles arrive in Lewes around 10 AM, the tour groups will split. Half of the participants will board the ferry to Cape May, while the remaining vehicles divide between Fort Miles and the Historic Lewes Campus and Lightship Overfalls.

After lunch, the Lewes groups will rotate locations, giving visitors multiple chances to experience different vehicles and displays throughout the day before the tour continues onward later that afternoon.

A Tour with History

The Glidden Tour dates back to 1903, originally created to prove the reliability and practicality of early automobiles.

It was revived in 1946 and continues today as a celebration of automotive history, preservation, and craftsmanship.

The event is hosted in partnership with the Antique Automobile Club of America (AACA), a nonprofit organization with over 55,000 members dedicated to preserving and showcasing vehicles more than 25 years old.

Plan Your Visit

Free to attend

With multiple locations and rotating vehicle groups, we recommend exploring more than one stop to experience the full tour.

Whether you’re a lifelong car enthusiast or just love a unique local event, this is a rare chance to see history in motion—right here in Lewes.

For more information on the tour and organization:
AACA – Antique Automobile Club of America – AACA – Antique Automobile Club of America

A Rolling Piece of American History Comes to Lewes

Step back in time as the Antique Auto Revival Glidden Tour rolls into Lewes this September.

This nationally recognized tour brings beautifully preserved pre–World War II automobiles through coastal Delaware as part of a 5-day, 500-mile journey celebrating the history and evolution of the American automobile.

Event Details

September 21 & 22, 2026
All Day

Locations Across Lewes:
Lightship Overfalls
Historic Lewes Complex
Fort Miles

What to Expect

Over the course of two days, approximately 150 vintage vehicles will make their way through Lewes as part of this historic tour.

• Classic cars (pre-WWII) on display throughout town

• Rotating locations between Overfalls, Historic Lewes, and Fort Miles

• Ferry crossings between Lewes and Cape May

• Opportunities to see all participating vehicles across both days

Each day brings a unique experience as groups rotate between locations—so no matter when you attend, there’s always something new to see.

A Tour with History

The Glidden Tour dates back to 1903, originally created to prove the reliability and practicality of early automobiles.

It was revived in 1946 and continues today as a celebration of automotive history, preservation, and craftsmanship.

The event is hosted in partnership with the Antique Automobile Club of America (AACA), a nonprofit organization with over 55,000 members dedicated to preserving and showcasing vehicles more than 25 years old.

Plan Your Visit

Free to attend

With multiple locations and rotating vehicle groups, we recommend exploring more than one stop to experience the full tour.

Whether you’re a lifelong car enthusiast or just love a unique local event, this is a rare chance to see history in motion—right here in Lewes.

For more information on the tour and organization:
AACA – Antique Automobile Club of America – AACA – Antique Automobile Club of America

Broadway in the Park

The Spotlight Is Coming to Lewes!

FREE • ALL AGES

Get ready for a little Broadway magic right here in Lewes.

As part of the Lewes 250 celebration, National Broadway artists will take the stage at Lewes Canalfront Park for an afternoon filled with the songs, stories, and show-stopping moments that have defined Broadway through the years.

From beloved classics to modern favorites, Broadway in the Park will celebrate the music of iconic productions including Mamma Mia!, Guys and Dolls, Hello, Dolly!, Annie, The Phantom of the Opera, The Producers, Hamilton, Les Misérables, 1776, The Sound of Music, Chicago, South Pacific, Show Boat and more.

Bring a chair, find your spot in the park, and enjoy a community performance filled with music, energy, and a little theatrical magic under the open sky.

In case of inclement weather, the performance will be moved to Cape Henlopen High School.

No tickets. No admission.
Just bring a chair and join us for the show!

Visit the encampment of an American Loyalist on the lawn of the Zwaanendael Museum. Visitors will meet our costumed historian portraying an officer of the Loyal American Regiment, and learn about the uniforms, equipment and life of a Loyalist from Lewes during the Revolutionary War.

Guest of all ages can also enjoy a free activity or craft, and visit the museum at no cost.

Summer farmers Market

Join us for the Summer Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more—just in time for your season gatherings. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: George H. P. Smith Memorial Park

Website: https://www.historiclewesfarmersmarket.org

Shanty Night at the Sussex Tavern is a monthly event full of time travelling adventure! Join us every third Friday evening to experience epic singing, cheering, ranting and raving like true British sailors would.

The third Friday of every month.

Admission: Free, drinks not included.

Historic Happy Hour

Each month the crew of the Lightship Overfalls hosts a Canal Side Happy Hour. These events allow us to shine a light on the ship and educate the community by opening the Overfalls to visitors at no cost. 

Bring a chair and join us for our May Canal Side Happy Hour. Relax, listen to the tunes of a local artist, enjoy a libation of your choice, and get to know your neighbors and visitors to our lovely town of Lewes.

Take a free tour and learn the important role that lightships and their sailors played in keeping our waterways safe for commercial shipping and private boaters. Our tour guides not only show visitors around the ship, but they describe what life was like working and living on a Lightship.

Visitors are also invited to view our Monomoy surf boat and tour our American Lightship

June – September 2026
George H.P. Smith Park
Free Admission

Celebrate America's 250th anniversary through public art with Mirroring Lewes, a unique outdoor sculpture installation commissioned by the Lewes Public Art Committee. Created by local artists Heidi Lowe and Nate Landis, this striking work honors the people who have shaped the story of Lewes from the early 1800s through today.

The installation features nine silhouetted figures, each representing a community member whose life and legacy helped define Lewes across generations. Together, the figures create dynamic lines and perspectives that invite visitors to walk around the sculpture, reflect on the individuals it represents, and consider the enduring impact of everyday citizens throughout history.

Located in George H.P. Smith Park, Mirroring Lewes is a meaningful stop for residents and visitors exploring the community during the America 250 celebration. The sculpture celebrates courage, resilience, creativity, and the diverse individuals who have helped make Lewes the remarkable town it is today.

Whether you're interested in history, public art, or simply enjoying a walk through the park, Mirroring Lewes offers a unique opportunity to experience Lewes' past and present through the eyes of local artists.

Come experience this one-of-a-kind public artwork and discover the stories of the people who helped shape the First Town in the First State.

Summer farmers Market

Join us for the Summer Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more—just in time for your season gatherings. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: George H. P. Smith Memorial Park

Website: https://www.historiclewesfarmersmarket.org

Stay tuned for details!

Wednesday Market

Join us for the Wendesday Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: Crooked Hammock Parking Lot

Visit the encampment of an American Loyalist on the lawn of the Zwaanendael Museum. Visitors will meet our costumed historian portraying an officer of the Loyal American Regiment, and learn about the uniforms, equipment and life of a Loyalist from Lewes during the Revolutionary War.

Guest of all ages can also enjoy a free activity or craft, and visit the museum at no cost.

Summer farmers Market

Join us for the Summer Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more—just in time for your season gatherings. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: George H. P. Smith Memorial Park

Website: https://www.historiclewesfarmersmarket.org

Experience a taste of what Historic Lewes has to offer our community on First Fridays! Each month visit the Sussex Tavern for a colonial-inspired beverage, stop into the Lewistown Coffee-house for a taste of the Revolution, browse the Historic Lewes Antique Shop, listen to live music, take a tour, and enjoy stories from bygone times…all in the beautiful setting of our Historic Lewes Town Campus. Our community nights are FREE to attend!

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: Shipcarpenter Street

Wednesday Market

Join us for the Wendesday Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: Crooked Hammock Parking Lot

Summer farmers Market

Join us for the Summer Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more—just in time for your season gatherings. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: George H. P. Smith Memorial Park

Website: https://www.historiclewesfarmersmarket.org

Wednesday Market

Join us for the Wendesday Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: Crooked Hammock Parking Lot

Sundays | July 5, 2026 – August 23, 2026 from 1:00 – 5:00 PM

To celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary in 2026, the historic Maull House in Lewes, Delaware will host special summer tours highlighting the town’s deep maritime roots and Revolutionary-era stories.

About the Tours

Step back into the 18th century at one of the oldest surviving structures in Lewes, built circa 1739. As part of the Lewes 250 yearlong celebration, these guided tours will explore the maritime residents and untold stories that helped shape the First Town in the First State.

Tour highlights include:

• Maritime Heritage
  Learn about the Delaware Bay and River Pilots who once lived at the Maull House, including Luke Shields, Sr., and generations of the Maull family whose livelihoods were tied to the water.

• Historic Architecture
  Explore the 1½-story cypress-frame dwelling featuring its original gambrel roof and foundation stones believed to have been used as ship ballast.

• Diverse & Revolutionary Stories
  Discover the lives of the many individuals—often overlooked or marginalized—who supported the patriot cause and contributed to daily life during the Revolutionary era.

Chapter Involvement

These tours are presented by the Colonel David Hall Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, stewards of the Maull House since 1959. The chapter has played a vital role in preserving this historic site and sharing Lewes’s Revolutionary-era history with the community.

Admission is free. Donations supporting the continued preservation of the Maull House are welcome.

Visit the encampment of an American Loyalist on the lawn of the Zwaanendael Museum. Visitors will meet our costumed historian portraying an officer of the Loyal American Regiment, and learn about the uniforms, equipment and life of a Loyalist from Lewes during the Revolutionary War.

Guest of all ages can also enjoy a free activity or craft, and visit the museum at no cost.

Summer farmers Market

Join us for the Summer Market with the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, featuring local farmers growers, and makers. Stock up on seasonal produce, baked goods, meats, flowers, and more—just in time for your season gatherings. Enjoy community spirit, fresh flavors, and the charm of Lewes’ local agriculture as we celebrate the season.

The Historic Lewes Farmers Market (HLFM) is a nonprofit organization that manages community-based, producer-only farmers markets. Started in the summer of 2006 by a group of volunteers, the Market has expanded to 40 plus vendors.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Location: George H. P. Smith Memorial Park

Website: https://www.historiclewesfarmersmarket.org