A Day in Old New Castle

Join the town of New Castle for the oldest home and garden tour in America, in one of the most beautiful and historic small towns, on the nation's 250th anniversary.There will be activities for kids and art contests, Revolutionary War reenactors, performers and music an......More

Join the town of New Castle for the oldest home and garden tour in America, in one of the most beautiful and historic small towns, on the nation's 250th anniversary.There will be activities for kids and art contests, Revolutionary War reenactors, performers and music and costumes, markets for food and crafts, special offers in our unique shops and restaurants. Put it on your calendar and plan to come with the whole family. Parking in town is limited. Satellite parking as available at the Baptist Church (901 E Basin Road, New Castle DE, 19720), two buses are running to shuttle visitors into historic New Castle.

The event takes place in historic New Castle. Visitors can park and be shuttled into town at the Baptist Church (901 E Basin Road, New Castle DE, 19720), two buses are running to shuttle visitors into historic New Castle.

Captain Kidd's Pirate Day

Join the Kalmar Nyckel Foundation for a family-friendly event inspired by Delaware’s infamous Captain Kidd on our shipyard campus and inside our Copeland Maritime Center. Dress as your favorite pirate if you dare!Activities will include:Cannon DemonstrationsPirate Craft......More

Join the Kalmar Nyckel Foundation for a family-friendly event inspired by Delaware’s infamous Captain Kidd on our shipyard campus and inside our Copeland Maritime Center. Dress as your favorite pirate if you dare!Activities will include:Cannon DemonstrationsPirate Crafts and Treasure HuntsFace Painting Food Trucks

Kalmar Nyckel Foundation, Copeland Maritime Center, 1124 East 7th Street, Wilmington, DE 19801

Separation Day

Join First State National Historical Park in celebrating the 250th anniversary of Separation Day in historic New Castle, Delaware. This milestone commemorates June 15, 1776, when the Lower Three Counties of Pennsylvania voted to separate from both Pennsylvania and the B......More

Join First State National Historical Park in celebrating the 250th anniversary of Separation Day in historic New Castle, Delaware. This milestone commemorates June 15, 1776, when the Lower Three Counties of Pennsylvania voted to separate from both Pennsylvania and the British Crown—an act that led to the creation of the state of Delaware.Festivities begin Friday evening with live music and local food throughout town. Saturday’s events open with a colonial-inspired parade, followed by children’s activities, hands-on interpretive programs, rides, games, food trucks, and live entertainment. The celebration concludes Saturday evening with a fireworks display.The event is organized by the City of New Castle and local community organizations. First State National Historical Park will support the celebration through interpretive programs, participation in the parade, and by providing staff to welcome visitors and answer questions throughout the weekend.

Festival of Remembrance and Renewal at Old Swedes

Celebrate the 250th Anniversary of America and the continuing effort to realize the ideals of the Declaration of Independence. Join us for performances by the Delaware 1st Regiment fife and drum band, Opera Delaware, Pieces of a Dream dance company, John Moore re-enacti......More

Celebrate the 250th Anniversary of America and the continuing effort to realize the ideals of the Declaration of Independence. Join us for performances by the Delaware 1st Regiment fife and drum band, Opera Delaware, Pieces of a Dream dance company, John Moore re-enacting Martin Luther King speeches and VinTage Jazz Band.Visit with re-enactors from the Revolutionary and Civil War eras, tour the Old Swedes Burial Ground with graves of Revolutionary War figures and visit the NPS sponsored art show illustrating what American means to school-age children.The Festival is open to the public. There is no admission fee or parking fee.

Old Swedes Church and Historic Site (606 North Church Street, Wilmington DE)