Where to Celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Downtown Wilmington DE

Break out your green and head downtown on Saturday, March 14th, to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Downtown Wilmington, DE! Whether you’re of Irish descent or simply Irish for the day, there are plenty of events to get in the spirit.

St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Hooley | ‼️Please note: Parade and Hooley have been cancelled for Saturday‼️

Beginning at noon, the Irish Culture Club of Delaware’s 45th St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Hooley will kick off in Downtown Wilmington. The parade, which lasts about one hour, begins at Fourth and King streets and proceeds up King to 15th Street. Immediately following the parade, the ICCD’s traditional Hooley after party will take place at the corner of King & 12th streets, which features refillable mugs for $20.

Cavanaugh’s Irish Specials | 11:00AM, 703 N Market St

Head to Cavanaugh’s to indulge in tradition Irish fare on Saturday during their special holiday hours from 11:00AM to 8:00PM. Dishes include corn beef cabbage, Guinness beef stew and fish & chips to be paired nicely with Irish drink specials!

St. Paddy’s Loop | 4:00PM, Various Locations

The unofficial start to spring returns with Delaware's biggest St. Paddy's celebration! One $10 cover gains you admittance into all 11 venues and entitles you to a discount on Lyft rideshare services. Downtown venues include Chelsea Tavern, Cavanaugh’s, and Makers Alley! Look for Guinness beer and Tullamore Dew whiskey specials at all Loop venues.

Chelsea Tavern’s 10th Birthday | 8:00PM, 821 N Market St

Celebrate Chelsea Tavern's 10th anniversary on Market Street! Enjoy live entertainment, $10 food specials, $5 drink specials, and so much more. Past employees are even invited to take advantage of their employee discount for a final time!

Spokey Speaky At Stitch House Brewery | 9:00PM, 829 N Market St

If you’re not in the mood for classic Celtic tunes, head to Stitch House! Spokey Speaky will play top notch Reggae for all to enjoy.

Kick Off a New Decade With These New Years Eve Events in Downtown Wilmington!

t’s time to say goodbye to 2019 and extend a warm, prosperous welcome to 2020. Ring in the “Roaring 20s” with all of the razzle dazzle that a new decade deserves. Celebrate New Years Eve in Downtown Wilmington DE with these festive events that are sure to start the New Year off with a bang!

1. The Green Room at Hotel Du Pont | 42 W 11th Street

   Bring in the new year in style at HOTEL DU PONT's New Year's Eve Party. Feast on a five course dinner with wine pairings in the Green Room at 8 p.m., followed by a live band, dancing, festive party favors and a Champagne toast at midnight. Cost is $190 per person; $350 per couple over 21 years of age. Call 594-3154 to reserve your spot.

2. Torbert Street Social | 305 Torbert Street

   Ring in the New Year at Torbert Street Social. DJ  William Adams from 9:00 AM-1:00 AM plus light fare & passed hors d'oeuvres, welcome punch, champagne toast, midnight pizza, photo booth, and party favors. Tickets are $75 and can be purchased here.

3. Ernest & Scott Taproom | 902 N Market Street

   Ernest & Scott Taproom in Wilmington is hosting a dance party to kick off 2020. Enjoy live music, a four-hour open bar and heavy hors d'oeuvres from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m., a mini dessert bar from 11 p.m. to 1 a.m., and a Champagne toast and midnight balloon drop. Price is $65 at the door and discounts are available for groups of six of more. Doors open at 9 p.m. for those 21 and older. Get more information here; for tickets, click here.

4. Stitch House Brewery | 829 N Market Street

   Ring in the New Year with a BANG! Stitch House is hosting the ultimate NYE Party featuring DJ BIS starting at 10pm. FREE to attend and includes a champagne toast. Feeling lucky? During the two balloon drops you have a chance of finding & winning a $100 gift card hidden inside a balloon. Grab your friends -- 2020 is going to be the best year yet!

5. Chelsea Tavern | 821 N Market Street

   Celebrate NYE all day long at Chelsea Tavern. Kick off the festivities with a champagne brunch from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., including a a starter, entree, dessert, and glass of champagne all for $25. Keep the party going with the $45 pre fixe dinner menu or the a la carte menu from 4 to 9 p.m. Then finish it off with light fare and dessert menus from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., complimentary champagne toast and party favors included! Call 302.482.3333 to make reservations.

6. La Fia | 421 N Market Street

   La Fia will be offering their a Five-Course Chef’s Tour for $65 per person with a complementary Prosecco toast. A truly decadent menu featuring Beef Tartare, Venison Loin, and of course, your other favorite dishes. Click here to make reservations.

7. Riverfront Rink | 308 Justison Street

   Start 2020 off with a bang at a fireworks show on the Riverfront. Horizon Services Riverfront Rink will offer skating, food and drinks from Constitution Yards Beer Garden and live music by WSTW. Fireworks begin at 9 p.m.

8. Docklands Riverfront | 110 S West Street

   Docklands Riverfront in Wilmington is hosting a New Year’s Eve, all-inclusive event on Dec. 31 at 8 p.m. The event package includes a premium open bar, full dinner buffet and live entertainment. Come enjoy DJ Willoughby, DJ B-Lee, Under the Covers and It’s All Good. Tickets range from $70-$100 depending on preferred seating. Visit eventbrite.com for tickets and more information.

*Event information provided by Delaware Today and Visit Wilmington.

The Downtown Wilmington Farmer's Market is Back with Several New Vendors

The Farmer's Market opens tomorrow, May 2nd.  The official Grand Opening Celebration is on May 30th with the Mayor speaking at 11:45 am

Join Mayor Mike Purzycki, Downtown Visions Executive Director Martin Hageman and local officials as we kick off the 2018 season of the Farmer's Market.

On Wednesday, May 30th at 11:45 AM, the City of Wilmington and Downtown Visions will celebrate the Grand Opening of the Downtown Farmer's Market in Rodney Square.  The Market, in its 16th year, is operated by Downtown Visions, the non-profit management company for Wilmington's Business Improvement District.  The Downtown Farmer's Market is sponsored by JP Morgan Chase and Colonial Parking.

The Downtown Farmers Market starts May 2nd, from 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM, every Wednesday through October 31st.  The Downtown Farmers Market offers an array of local produce, plants, herbs and cut flowers, a large assortment of beautiful handmade items, including arts and crafts, unique jewelry and delicious home-baked goods.  Sorbello Girls Farm Market and Bright Spot Farms will be back at the Market.  There is prepared food as well, with returning favorites like Outlandish, Mama Mia and I Don't Give a Fork.  We are also looking forward to our new vendors including Rocker Soaps and Riverfront Pets. 

The Downtown Farmers Market is another example of Downtown Visions and the City's commitment to assisting small businesses, entrepreneurs and startups as well as community organizations toward the goal of a more vital, vibrant downtown for all.  The Market has grown each year to become the go-to place for thousands of people each Wednesday.  Much of the produce that is sold at the Downtown Farmers Market is grown by small, family-owned farms in the Tri-State area.

Stay up to date on the Farmer's Market by following their Facebook Page.