What’s happening in Delaware this Weekend…introducing “Our Weekend Preview”!

Our Weekend Preview: The Taste of Coverdale on Saturday, September 27 at Coverdale Farm Preserve in Greenville celebrates nature through the food and landscapes of the Farm.

Discover Arts & Entertainment Options in Our Weekend Preview 

DELAWARE – In Our Weekend Preview, we go from soaring show tunes to cider-scented festivals and even a beach full of golden retrievers as Delaware is serving up a weekend as colorful as the fall leaves will soon be. Whether you crave a night of Broadway laughs, a cozy bonfire, or a dash of craft beer and dog-friendly fun, here’s your guide to the state’s must-see arts and entertainment happenings.

Theater & Live Music

Mrs. Doubtfire (Wilmington – Playhouse on Rodney Square) – The beloved film comes to life as a Broadway hit comedy-musical with big laughs, heartfelt family themes and dazzling choreography. Perfect for multi-generational audiences. Saturday’s 2 p.m. matinee kicks off a full weekend of performances.

Ragtime (Ardentown – Candlelight Theatre) – The Tony-nominated musical brings early 20th-century America to the stage with soaring music and interwoven stories of family, ambition and social change. Candlelight’s intimate setting puts audiences close to the action, making this sweeping tale of hope and hardship even more powerful. Shows run throughout the weekend, with dinner-and-show packages available.

What The Dance @ The Queen (Wilmington) – The Queen hosts a high-energy dance and electronic showcase with live DJs, lights and a club-style atmosphere Saturday night. Expect a younger crowd and plenty of movement on the floor.

D Corridori Project Live (Bellefonte Café, Wilmington) – Local musicians blend jazz, folk and experimental sounds in an intimate set at the cozy Bellefonte Café. The music flows Saturday from 5 to 7 p.m.

Festivals & Family Fun

Apple Cider Festival (Lewes Fire Dept. Station 2) – A fall favorite featuring more than 75 vendors, apple treats, cider tastings, kids’ activities and a petting zoo. Shoppers can enjoy live music and support the local fire company Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Mighty Monarch Day (Brandywine Zoo, Wilmington) – Celebrate the monarch butterfly migration with crafts, storytime and conservation activities for kids. The family-friendly event runs all day Saturday.

Ramsey’s Farm Bonfire Nights (Wilmington) – Friday evening brings hayrides, a flashlight corn maze and glowing bonfires—an ideal night out for families, scout groups or couples looking for fall fun.

Food, Drink & Special Events

A Taste of Coverdale (Greenville – Coverdale Farm Preserve) – Celebrate nature through the food and landscapes of Coverdale Farm Preserve during an elegant evening of locally grown fare, curated drinks, and guided nature strolls. Proceeds support the Delaware Nature Society’s conservation and education programs. Saturday from 4:30 to 8 p.m.; dinner tickets $195 or reserve a table of eight with VIP parking for $2,000.

86 Hook & Ladder BrewFest (Rehoboth Beach Convention Center) – Sample beers from more than 15 local breweries while enjoying food trucks and live music. Proceeds benefit the Rehoboth Beach Volunteer Fire Company. Saturday, noon to 4 p.m.

Blue Moon Dinner & Entertainment (Rehoboth Beach) – This Rehoboth institution pairs fine dining with cabaret-style entertainment. Saturday evening promises lively performances and an upscale atmosphere.

Special Highlights

Golden Retriever Meetups (Dewey & Rehoboth Beaches) – Beaches will fill with furry friends all weekend as golden retrievers and their humans gather for a joyful, informal celebration of fall.

Dogfish Dash (Milton – Dogfish Head Brewery) – This quirky 6K run and 3K dog-friendly walk kicks off Sunday morning with runners often in costume. A post-race party at the brewery features live music, food and plenty of Dogfish Head beer. Proceeds support the Sussex County Land Trust.

Whether you’re after Broadway laughs, stirring musical drama, farm-to-table elegance, autumn flavors or beachside puppy play, Delaware offers something for every taste this weekend.

Our Weekend Preview is a salute to the arts, entertainment, sports, education and cultural events in Wilmington and New Castle County.

Staff Writer

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