Lewes to host All-American Night of Jazz as part of Delaware 250 events Coastal Concerts, in partnership with the City of Lewes, will host a free outdoor performance on June 16 at Stango Park as part of statewide celebrations marking the 250th anniversary of Delaware. The event, titled “Swingin’ History: An All-American Night of Jazz,” will run from 7 to …
Cape May–Lewes Ferry named to Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice list for 2026 The Cape May–Lewes Ferry has been recognized with the 2026 Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award, placing the Delaware Bay ferry service among the top 10% of listings worldwide on the travel platform. Ferry officials announced the honor this week, noting that the award is based on consistent traveler reviews and …
Lewes planning 5th annual Juneteenth celebration at George H.P. Smith Park Lewes African American Heritage Commission and the City of Lewes will host the city’s 5th Annual Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday, June 27, at George H.P. Smith Park in Lewes. The community event is scheduled from 1 to 5 p.m. and will feature live music, storytelling, spoken word performances, vendors, …
Lewes fishing captains recognized among top fishing guides worldwide Two fishing captains based in Lewes have earned international recognition after receiving the 2026 Angler’s Choice Award from FishingBooker. Michael F. Cerchio of Master Sportfishing and Dave Houser of Truetolife Outdoors were among 791 captains worldwide selected for the award. FishingBooker, which connects anglers with fishing guides globally, said more than …
Mid-Atlantic Sea Glass & Coastal Arts Festival Returns to Lewes in June The Lewes Historical Society will host its 19th annual Mid-Atlantic Sea Glass & Coastal Arts Festival on June 6 and 7, bringing dozens of artists, educational exhibits, and live demonstrations to the area. The two-day event will run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., rain or shine, at …
HCA and Archaeological Society of Delaware Announce Delmarva Archaeology & History Symposium Program The Delaware State Historic Preservation Office of the Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs (HCA), in partnership with the Archaeological Society of Delaware (ASD), has announced the program for this year’s Delmarva Archaeology and History Symposium, to be hosted by Historic Lewes. The annual symposium will feature …
Lewes Tulip Celebration set to return April 1–19 with public displays and guided tours The Lewes Tulip Celebration will return this spring, bringing thousands of tulips and a slate of community activities to the historic coastal town from April 1 through April 19. Now in its 17th year, the event is jointly sponsored by the Lewes Chamber of Commerce and …
Helen’s Sausage House expanding to third Delaware restaurant near Route 1 and Route 9 A well-known Delaware breakfast spot is expanding to the beach, with Helen’s Sausage House planning to open a new restaurant in Lewes later this year. The family-owned eatery announced it will open its third location at The Vineyards, 21431 Zinfandel Lane, near the intersection of Del. …
Lewes Oyster House Named to USA TODAY’s 2026 Restaurants of the Year List Lewes Oyster House, located in downtown Lewes, was named as one of USA TODAY’s Restaurants of the Year for 2026, a list that highlights 39 notable dining destinations across the United States. USA TODAY’s annual list is compiled by food journalists from the USA TODAY Network based …
DRBA to Hold Public Hearing on Proposed 2026 Cape May–Lewes Ferry Fare Changes The Delaware River and Bay Authority has rescheduled a virtual public meeting to gather feedback on proposed fare changes for the Cape May–Lewes Ferry in 2026. The online public hearing is now set for Monday, Feb. 9, at 6:30 p.m., and will be held via Microsoft Teams. …
