Get Into The Autumn Spirit At 17 Fall Festivals Across Delaware In 2025
Fall in Delaware brings a magical transformation of landscapes and a calendar packed with festive celebrations.
From coastal jazz performances to historical reenactments and Renaissance faires, the First State offers something for everyone during the autumn months.
Grab your flannel shirts and pumpkin spice lattes as we explore these must-visit fall festivals happening across Delaware in 2025!
1. Apple-Scrapple Festival (October 10–11, 2025)
Hungry for a uniquely Delmarean experience? This beloved Bridgeville tradition celebrates two local treasures: apples from orchards and RAPA scrapple.
Country fair vibes fill the air with live music, carnival rides, and craft vendors lining the streets.
Don’t miss the apple-scrapple scavenger hunt or the hilarious scrapple carving contest that always draws laughs from the crowd!
2. True Blue Jazz Festival (October 15–19, 2025)
Smooth melodies drift through the crisp autumn air at this intimate jazz celebration. Local and national jazz artists converge on Rehoboth Beach to showcase traditional jazz in its purest form.
What makes this festival special is its commitment to educational workshops where aspiring musicians can learn from the pros.
Evening performances in cozy venues create the perfect atmosphere for enjoying America’s original art form while sipping craft cocktails under the stars.
3. Rehoboth Beach Jazz Festival (October 16–19, 2025)
Rhythm and soul take center stage as this prestigious event marks its 36th year! Multiple venues across the coastal town host contemporary jazz performances that draw thousands of music lovers.
Between shows, festival-goers enjoy strolling the boardwalk wrapped in light jackets, the ocean breeze carrying hints of saltwater and saxophone notes.
The festival’s reputation for booking Grammy-winning artists means you’ll experience world-class talent in an intimate beach town setting.
4. Schellville Fall Harvest Fest (October 11–12, 2025)
Wandering through this enchanted autumn wonderland feels like stepping into a storybook.
The Schell Brothers transform their property into a magical fall playground complete with hay rides and pumpkin decorating.
Families gather around crackling bonfires while sipping hot cider and munching on freshly made donuts.
The festival’s charming miniature village, decorated with seasonal flair, creates perfect photo opportunities for visitors of all ages.
5. Delmarva Folk Festival (October 17–18, 2025)
Acoustic guitars and soulful harmonies fill the air at this grassroots celebration of folk music traditions.
Held on a sprawling farm near Clayton, the festival showcases regional talent alongside nationally recognized folk artists.
Festival-goers bring camping chairs and blankets, creating a patchwork of cozy listening spots across the grounds.
Children dance freely while parents tap their feet to banjos and fiddles, creating a multi-generational appreciation for this quintessentially American musical tradition.
6. Muskets to Machine Guns: A Day of Reenactment (October 18, 2025)
History roars to life with impressive demonstrations spanning centuries of military technology!
Fort Miles Historical Area transforms into a living timeline where reenactors showcase weapons and tactics from the Revolutionary War through WWII.
The ground trembles with each firing demonstration as smoke fills the air.
Visitors can explore military encampments between demonstrations, chatting with knowledgeable reenactors who share fascinating details about soldier life and the evolution of warfare throughout American history.
7. Town of Elsmere Fall Festival (October 18, 2025)
Small-town charm overflows at this heartwarming community celebration where neighbors become friends.
Elsmere’s main park transforms with pumpkin patches, face painting stations, and local food trucks serving autumn comfort foods.
The festival prides itself on family-friendly activities like scarecrow-making contests and apple bobbing competitions.
As dusk approaches, the park lights up with lanterns while local bands provide a soundtrack of familiar tunes that have everyone from toddlers to grandparents dancing together.
8. Blackbird Creek Fall Festival (October 18, 2025)
Nature enthusiasts flock to this celebration of Delaware’s pristine watershed environment.
Set along the scenic Blackbird Creek Reserve, this eco-friendly festival combines outdoor recreation with environmental education.
The festival’s emphasis on traditional Lenape culture includes fascinating demonstrations of native crafts and cooking techniques, connecting visitors to the region’s indigenous heritage while promoting conservation of these precious natural resources.
9. Harvest Fair 1775: Revolution Rising (October 18–19, 2025)
Step back in time to experience autumn as the American colonists did!
The historic John Dickinson Plantation transforms into a Revolutionary War-era harvest celebration with period-accurate demonstrations and activities.
Colonial-dressed interpreters show traditional skills like candle making and blacksmithing. The savory aromas of hearth cooking fill the air as visitors sample authentic 18th-century recipes.
Children particularly enjoy trying colonial games and chores, gaining hands-on understanding of daily life during America’s fight for independence.
10. Delmarva Pagan Pride Festival (October 19, 2025)
Celebrating ancient traditions and spiritual connections to the harvest season, this unique gathering welcomes curious visitors of all backgrounds.
Workshops on herbalism, meditation, and earth-centered spirituality offer fascinating insights into diverse pagan practices.
The festival’s highlight comes at sunset when participants join in a community drum circle and fire dancing celebration, creating a memorable experience that honors the changing seasons and diverse spiritual paths.
11. Sea Witch Festival (October 24–26, 2025)
Coastal magic takes over Rehoboth Beach during this whimsical celebration that draws over 200,000 visitors!
The legendary Sea Witch parades down Rehoboth Avenue alongside fantastically costumed participants and decorated pet companions.
Beach bonfires light up the evenings while brave souls participate in the famous broom tossing competition on the sand.
Don’t miss the haunted beach maze or the merchants’ trick-or-treat trail where shopkeepers hand out goodies to costumed visitors of all ages.
12. Delaware Renaissance Faire I (October 25–26, 2025)
Lords and ladies gather for the first weekend of this immersive journey to Elizabethan England.
Towering trees at Killens Pond State Park provide a perfect backdrop for jousting tournaments, royal processions, and minstrel performances.
The air fills with the enticing aromas of turkey legs and mead as visitors browse artisan stalls selling handcrafted wares.
Engaging with character actors who never break from their 16th-century personas adds delightful authenticity to this magical escape from modern times.
13. Family Fall Fest at Big Oyster Brewery (October 26, 2025)
Craft beer enthusiasts and families alike converge at this laid-back celebration where adults can sample seasonal brews while kids enjoy autumn activities.
The brewery’s spacious outdoor area transforms with hay bales, pumpkin decorating stations, and lawn games.
Live acoustic music provides a perfect soundtrack for this relaxed Sunday gathering.
The brewmasters create special fall-inspired beers just for the occasion, offering pumpkin ales and harvest lagers that pair perfectly with the food trucks serving seasonal specialties.
14. Delaware Heritage Festival (November 1, 2025)
Cultural pride takes center stage as Delaware’s diverse communities share their traditions, foods, and artistic expressions.
This vibrant celebration at the Delaware Agricultural Museum showcases the state’s rich multicultural tapestry.
Traditional dance performances range from Irish step dancing to Puerto Rican bomba.
Visitors sample international cuisines while watching artisans demonstrate traditional crafts passed down through generations.
15. Delaware Renaissance Faire II (November 1–2, 2025)
Magical creatures emerge for the second weekend of Renaissance revelry!
This enchanted-themed continuation of the faire introduces mythical beings like fairies, dragons, and woodland spirits to the medieval village.
Face painters transform children into mystical creatures while storytellers share tales of ancient magic.
The highlight comes at dusk when performers create a breathtaking fire and light show that illuminates the autumn night, leaving spectators of all ages spellbound by the magical atmosphere.
16. Delaware Renaissance Faire III (November 8–9, 2025)
Swashbuckling adventures await during the final weekend of Renaissance festivities! This pirate-themed conclusion transforms the medieval village into a coastal haven for buccaneers and seafaring folk.
Cannon demonstrations boom across the grounds while visitors try their hand at nautical knot tying. Children delight in the treasure hunt activity, following clues throughout the faire grounds.
The weekend culminates with the grand masquerade ball where visitors and performers alike don their finest Renaissance-inspired costumes for one last magical celebration.
17. Fifer Orchards Fall Fest Saturdays (October 18, October 25, November 1, November 8, 2025)
Farm-fresh fun continues across multiple autumn weekends at this beloved family-owned orchard! Each Saturday brings new seasonal activities centered around the harvest bounty grown right on the premises.
Tractor-pulled hayrides wind through apple orchards ablaze with fall colors.
The corn maze challenges visitors with a new design each year, while the U-pick pumpkin patch lets families select the perfect specimens for carving.
