Let the Fun Begin!
Things To Do & Places to Eat
Trolley Square
Huge area a chill vibe, people watching and bar hopping! You may even catch Aunt Dede tearing up the dance floor if you're lucky! What to do: Wilmington's busiest bar scene, where the music is live and local most weekends Iconic eats: Addictive breadsticks at Piccolina Toscana; short-rib burritos at El Diablo; any burger on the menu at Kid Shelleen's Charcoal House & Saloon Local's tip: Ask a bartender at Catherine Rooney's for directions to Hummingbird to Mars, the hidden speakeasy behind the building
Del Pez Mexican Gastropub
Contemporary gastropub serving craft beers, creative margaritas & a menu of modern Mexican eats. "The food and drinks were delicious! The staff is very friendly and personable. We will DEFINITELY return." - Zack -
Big Fish Grill on the Riverfront
Hearty platters of seafood specialties served in a casual, family-friendly riverfront space.
HOTEL DU PONT
If you'd like to try a more fancy establishment, you may find yourself at the Hotel DuPont!
Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant
Regional brewpub chain dispensing housemade beers & elevated American comfort fare.
Hagley Craft Show
October 17, 2020 - October 18, 2020 The Hagley Craft Fair traditionally brings over fifty talented artisans from the Mid-Atlantic to display and sell fine arts, crafts, and gourmet items. The show features works in wood, pottery, jewelry, fibers, metal, and other media in two of Hagley's historic buildings, the Library and the Soda House.
Delaware Art Museum
Admission is free all day Sunday, and Thursdays from 4 – 8pm.
Constitution Yards
Beer Garden venue! This area is dog friendly and you must wear closed toe shoes to join in on the fun at WILMO AXES - an expansive axe throwing venue inside!
Rockford Park
Great place to run if you need to get some exercise or a great place to learn some history about Delaware and the DuPont Family. The 100-year-old Rockford Tower is the centerpiece of Rockford Park in Wilmington, Delaware. Rockford Park has large open spaces surrounded by lovely wooded areas, making it the perfect spot for picnics, hiking and grilling.
Marian Coffin Gardens at Gibraltar
SPOILER ALERT: Anna and James are having photos taken here after the wedding ceremony! If you ever find yourself looking for a quiet place to reflect in Wilmington, you’d be hard pressed to find a better setting than Marian Coffin Gardens. Lavishly sprawling on the grounds of the now empty Gibraltar estate, the gardens are soul cleansing to behold.
Jack A. Markell Trail
A fabulous hiking or running trail for our nature guests! GREAT FOR…Walkers, runners and bicyclists TRAIL LENGTH: 7.9 miles SURFACE: Mixed; Recommend running or trail shoes.
Autumn Leaf Express
Saturday, Oct. 17 - Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020 Time: Departures at 12:30 & 2:30 PM Wilmington & Western Railroad Greenbank Railroad Station Price: Adults: $16.00; Seniors (60+): $15; Children (2-12): $14.00 Climb aboard the Wilmington & Western Railroad and surround yourself with the beauty and splendor of Autumn during the most colorful time of the year. Reservations are strongly recommended. This one's for you Uncle Bob and Kevin!