Delaware City Day, Bicentennial, and MORE!
September 26, 2025
Please read the following announcement for upcoming events in Delaware City:
DELAWARE CITY DAY IS ON OCTOBER 4TH!
We are just ONE WEEK AWAY from Delaware City Day! Join us as we celebrate our riverfront town’s historic charm and “small town America” culture.
Event Highlights:
-Local businesses, vendors, music, and food trucks open at 11:00 a.m.-
-Parade begins at 1:00 p.m (starting at the stoplight and heading down Clinton Street to the river)-
-Boat rides on the Delafort from 1:00–4:00 p.m. (last boarding at 3:30 p.m.)-
-NEW! Children’s activities will be held in Battery Park this year, beginning at 2:30 p.m.-
-Spectacular fireworks show at 7:30 p.m.-
Parking & Street Closures:
The Delaware City Police Department reminds residents and visitors that there will be NO PARKING on Clinton Street after 7:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 4th. Vehicles parked in violation will be towed at the owner’s expense.
Clinton Street will also remain closed from Second Street to Veterans’ Point during Delaware City Day.
For questions, please contact DCPD at 302-836-6344.
For the full schedule, sponsor information, and parking details, visit www.delawarecityday.com
Please follow us on Facebook and Instagram @DelCityDay
Don't forget to download the Delaware City Day mobile app which will provide detailed information for the event!
We can not wait to see you there!
200th Anniversary Planning Meeting
Delaware City will celebrate its 200TH ANNIVERSARY in 2026, and planning is underway! If you’re interested in helping shape this historic celebration, we’d love to have you join us.
Thank you to everyone who joined us previously! If you missed it, don’t worry! Our next planning meeting is Wednesday, October 22, at 6:00 p.m. in the Surfboard Room at the Delaware City Library.
Living History at Fort DuPont!
Step back in time at Fort DuPont on Saturday, October 18, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., for Muskets to Machine Guns: A Day of Reenactment. This free event offers a full day of historical demonstrations and family-friendly activities in Delaware City.
Visitors can watch Revolutionary War reenactors from the Delaware 1st Regiment and World War II reenactors from the Harbor Defenses of the Delaware Living History Association and Sandy Hook History bring two eras of American military history to life. Enjoy battle demonstrations, explore historic military encampments, and participate in hands-on educational displays.
The event also features food trucks, artisan vendors, and other activities on the historic Fort DuPont Parade Ground.
For more information, visit friendsoffortdupont.org
River Towns Ride & Festival!
Delaware City is once again proud to host the River Towns Ride & Festival, a one-of-a-kind cycling experience that connects the historic riverfront towns of Delaware City, New Castle, Wilmington, and Chesapeake City, MD.
The ride begins on Saturday, October 11, 2025 at 9:00 AM and offers participants the opportunity to earn medals based on the distance they complete—whether they’re riding for fun or taking on the challenge of a longer course.
After the ride, cyclists and guests are invited to a post-ride reception at Dolly Spanker’s (30 Clinton Street, Delaware City, DE 19706). The celebration takes place on the deck overlooking the Delaware River, with food, music, and refreshments. All registered riders age 21 and older will receive their first beer free, courtesy of Dogfish Head.
Community Notice: Residents and visitors should expect increased cyclist traffic in and around Delaware City during the event. Please drive with care and plan accordingly to ensure the safety of riders and the community.
Event information: River Towns Ride & Festival — Out & About Now
Stay tuned for more updates from Delaware City!
Delaware City Administration
302-834-4573