Weekend Update: October 5th-7th

I can’t believe it’s already October! If you love to shop, this weekend is a great one for you, but there are also a couple of great festivals happening. There’s tons going on this weekend, so check it out:

I can’t believe it’s already October!  If you love to shop, this weekend is a great one for you, but there are also a couple of great festivals happening.  There’s tons going on this weekend, so check it out:

Friday, October 5th – Lewes Merchants’ Fall Sidewalk Sale
From 10am-5pm this Friday the merchants in the Historic Lewes Commercial District will be participating in the annual fall sidewalk sale.  It’s worth checking out!

Saturday, October 6th – Lewes Historical Society Craft Show
This annual craft show is well known for the quality of the over 80 Craftspeople in attendance.  Admission is $5 at the door, and kids under 12 are free.  The show is held at the Lewes Historic Complex (110 Shipcarpenter Street) and runs from 9am-4pm.  The day also includes refreshments & live entertainment.

Saturday, October 6th – Artisan Festival in Bethany Beach
There is also an arts festival in Bethany Beach this weekend.  The event is hosted at the Bethany Beach Fire House (215 Hollywood Street) and features over 40 vendors displaying a variety of work including glass, metal, pottery, jewelry, fine art, and more.  The Festival is from 9am-3pm and admission is free.

Saturday, October 6th – Boast the Coast Maritime Festival & Lighted Boat Parade
Sponsored by the Lewes Chamber of Commerce in conjunction with the University of Delaware College of Earth, Ocean & Environment, Boast the Coast is a fun festival that runs from 10am-dusk on Saturday.  The festival includes seafood tasting, live entertainment, kids entertainment, free tours of the Cannonball House & Lightship Overfalls, and free boat tours.  The festival concludes with a lighted boat parade at dusk.  For more information, check out this link.

Saturday, October 6th – Wings & Wheels Fall Festival in Georgetown
This 5th annual event takes place at the Sussex County Airport in Georgetown.  Over 20 vintage planes, which fly in and hundreds of cars will be at the show, which includes all day entertainment, food, games for kids, a living history program, and more.  Admission is free for this unique festival.  For more information check out this link.

All Weekend – 36th Annual Fall Sidewalk Sale in Rehoboth & Dewey
The Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center sponsors this annual event that is going into its 36th year!  The sale runs from 9am-9pm Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, although some store hours may vary.  Shopping is on downtown Rehoboth, downtown Dewey, and along Route One in between.  Call the Chamber at 302-227-2233 for more information.

All Weekend – 50th Annual Rehoboth Christmas Shop
Get your Christmas shopping started early with this annual event presented by two area churches.  The shop is set up at the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center (229 Rehoboth Ave.) and costs $1 for entry.  Kids under 12 are free.  Sale hours are 10am-6pm on Friday and Saturday and 11am-4pm Sunday.  Items for sale include unique gifts, jewelry, clothing, gourmet food, holiday décor and more!  This has been a Rehoboth tradition for many years, so definitely worth checking out!  For more information call 302-227-7202.

Thinking of buying of selling a home in Sussex County? Give us a call at Cooper Realty Associates and put us to work for you – 302-644-2266.