Memorial Day Weekend Events at the Delaware Beaches
May 23–25, 2026 | Sussex County, Delaware
Celebrate Memorial Day Weekend at the Delaware Beaches with outdoor concerts,
family fun, live music, farmers markets, theatre, festivals, state park activities,
and more. Events are listed by category and in chronological order.
Please note: Event times and schedules may change, especially for
outdoor events and restaurant live music. Please confirm details with each venue
before attending.
Music & Outdoor Concerts
| Date |
Event |
Location |
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| Saturday, May 23, 8:00 PM |
Soul Crackers |
Rehoboth Beach Bandstand |
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| Saturday, May 23, 5:00–8:00 PM |
2sixstrings |
Big Oyster Brewery, Lewes |
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| Saturday, May 23, 6:00–9:00 PM |
Chainbreak Duo |
The Wheelhouse, Lewes |
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| Saturday, May 23, 8:00–11:00 PM |
Tyler & Friends |
Big Chill Surf Cantina, Rehoboth Beach |
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| Saturday, May 23 |
Rocking the Docks Concert Series |
Lewes Ferry Grounds, 43 Cape Henlopen Drive |
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| Sunday, May 24, 8:00 PM |
Parrotbeach |
Rehoboth Beach Bandstand |
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| Sunday, May 24, 5:00–8:00 PM |
Scott Matthews |
Big Oyster Brewery, Lewes |
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Theatre & Performing Arts
| Date |
Event |
Location |
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| Saturday, May 23 |
Dear Evan Hansen — Final Day |
Clear Space Theatre, Rehoboth Beach |
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| May 23–25 |
No confirmed Freeman Arts Pavilion events this weekend |
Freeman Arts Pavilion, Selbyville |
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Festivals, Memorial Day & Community Events
| Date |
Event |
Location |
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| Saturday, May 23, 1:00–5:00 PM |
Poseidon Festival: Pirates on the Plaza & Mermaid Mania |
Bethany Beach Bandstand Plaza |
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| Sunday, May 24, 11:00 AM–3:00 PM |
Poseidon Festival Continues |
Bethany Beach Bandstand Plaza |
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| Monday, May 25, 11:00 AM |
Lewes Memorial Day Parade with Monomoy |
Lewes, Delaware |
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Family Fun & Amusements
| Date |
Event / Opening |
Location |
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| Saturday–Monday, May 23–25, 10:00 AM–5:00 PM |
Jungle Jim’s Water Park |
Rehoboth Beach |
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| Saturday–Sunday, May 23–24 |
Funland Games & Rides Open at 1:00 PM |
Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk |
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| Monday, May 25 |
Funland Memorial Day Schedule |
Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk |
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| Saturday–Monday, May 23–25 |
Midway Speedway & Fire Mountain Golf Open Daily at 10:00 AM |
Rehoboth Beach |
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Farmers Markets
| Date |
Event |
Location |
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| Saturday, May 23, 8:00 AM–12:00 PM |
Historic Lewes Farmers Market |
George H.P. Smith Park, Lewes |
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| Friday, May 22, 3:30–6:00 PM |
Milton Farmers & Artisan Market |
510/514 Union Street, Milton |
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| Tuesday, May 26, 10:00 AM–2:00 PM |
Rehoboth Beach Farmers Market |
Grove Park, Rehoboth Beach |
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| Not Yet Open May 23–25 |
Bethany Beach Farmers Market begins Sunday, May 31 |
Bethany Beach |
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Art, Movies & Cultural Activities
| Date |
Event |
Location |
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| May 23–25 |
Rehoboth Art League Galleries Open During Regular Hours |
Rehoboth Art League |
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| Not Yet Started |
Dewey Beach Monday Night Movies begin later in summer |
Dagsworthy Avenue Beach, Dewey Beach |
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Delaware State Parks & Boat Tours
| Date |
Event / Activity |
Location |
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| May 23–25 |
Cape Henlopen State Park Programs, Beach, Trails & Nature Activities |
Cape Henlopen State Park, Lewes |
Learn More |
| May 23–25 |
Cape Water Tours Public Cruises & Tours |
Lewes Docks |
Learn More |
Memorial Day Weekend is a wonderful time to enjoy the Delaware Beaches.
Whether you are looking for live music, family-friendly attractions, local markets,
waterfront dining, outdoor adventures, theatre, art, or peaceful time by the bay
and ocean, Sussex County offers something special for everyone.
