Lewes Events


How About a Four Course Meal for New Years Eve in Lewes?

One of our favorite restaurants in Lewes is now accepting reservations for its four-course New Years Eve dinner.  If you are going to be in Lewes to ring in 2014, New Years Eve dinner at Touch of Italy is not an event to be missed!  Two seatings are available, one … Continue reading


December Events Listing: Its The Most Wonderful Time of the Year in Lewes

In the spirit of the holiday season, we wanted to share a comprehensive list of events, fundraisers and parties coming up in December throughout Lewes.  Thanks to the Historic Lewes Farmers Market for compiling this comprehensive list! Tuesday, December 3, 5-7:30pm – 25th Annual Nouveau Beaujolais Wine Tasting and Holiday … Continue reading


Lewes Historical Society Releases Fall/Winter Calendar of Events

The official guide for fall and winter events in Lewes, Delaware is out!  The Lewes Historical Society has distributed its annual guide of events and programs for the next few months.  This two-page PDF is a handy reference for what events are going on as the weather chills and sitting … Continue reading


Lewes Fall Farmers Market Brings Pumpkin Pie, Pressed Apple Cider and More!

The famous Lewes Farmers Market has extended its market into the fall and will be in operation through November 23 at Shields Elementary School every Saturday from 9am – 12 noon.  The market is located at the school parking lot at the intersection of Savannah Road and Sussex Drive. View … Continue reading


Lewes Oktoberfest This Friday, September 20

This Friday after work, head over to Second Street in Lewes, Delaware for Oktoberfest from 4:00 – 6:30 p.m. which will include dancing, drinking and of course, German cuisine.  The event is the second Oktoberfest held in Lewes hosted by the Lewes Chamber of Commerce and is part of their … Continue reading

2013 Oktoberfest Poster - Lewes, Delaware

Wednesday: Last Movie Screening of the Season at Lewes Canalfront Park

Grab your beach chair and head over to Lewes Canalfront Park this Wednesday, August 14 for an outdoor screening of the Odd Life of Timothy Green starring Jennifer Garner, Joel Edgerton and CJ Adams.  This will be the last movie as part of the “Cinema by the Canal at Dusk” series hosted by the … Continue reading


Lewes Historical Society Moves to Larger Venue for History Happy Hours

Due to a large demand and increased attendance, the Lewes Historical Society is moving its History Happy Hours to a new location.  The events will now be held at Hotel Rodney, the event sponsor which sits at 142 2nd street. History Happy Hours take place every Friday (through September 27), … Continue reading


Save the Date: 7th Annual Tomato Festival at Historic Lewes Farmers Market

On Saturday, August 10 the Historic Lewes Farmers Market will host its 7th Annual Tomato Festival.  This annual event involves tomato tasting, face painting, tomato contests for the kids and the “Great Tomato Recipe Contest.” Entering the contest is free, and there are three categories available for participants: appetizers/soups, entree … Continue reading


Lightship Overfalls Hosts First Summer Sundowner on July 17

Did you know that Lewes, Delaware houses one of only 17 remaining lightships out of a total of 179 built from 1820 to 1952?  The Lightship Overfalls in Lewes was designated a National Historic Landmark in 2011, and it is one of seven lightships in the U.S. still open to the public. … Continue reading


Aunt Sue with Board at 8 Sandpiper - Lewes, DE - Cape Shores

Lewes Historical Society Craft Show This Saturday July 13

Throughout the year there are many great art and craft shows hosted in Lewes and this Saturday is no exception.  The Lewes Historical Society will be hosting its annual Summer Craft Fair on Saturday, July 13, 2013, from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at The Lewes Historical Society Complex at … Continue reading