6 Ways to Celebrate New Year's Eve in Downtown Wilmington, DE

Already thinking about how you are going to ring in 2018? We have some ideas for you!

Downtown Wilmington is full of nightlife and entertainment, and New Year's Eve is no different! There is a wide variety of activities to choose from that will make this New Year's Eve the best yet! 

1. Ernest and Scott Taproom

Tickets can be purchased by calling 302.384.8113

2. DoubleTree Hotel Wilmington, DE

Tickets can be purchased by calling Morgan's of Delaware at 302- 658-0968 or any of the numbers above. 

3. FireStone Roasting House

Join them Sunday, December 31st to ring in the New Year in style. Their NYE 2018 package includes a premium open bar, full dinner buffet all night long and great entertainment! This year features not only DJ Willoughby and DJ BIS but also two of your favorite local bands, Steal the Sky and Chorduroy!

Click here for tickets.

4. La Fia

La Fia will be offering their traditional Four-Course Chef’s Tour for $60 per person.

A truly decadent menu featuring veal ossobucco, petite filet mignon, and of course, your other favorite dishes. Or splurge on our special caviar and champagne menu.

Click here to make reservations.

5. Merchant Bar

Celebrate NYE at Merchant with a special visit from DJ Zip. No cover.

PRIX FIXE DINING AT MERCHANT BAR

Date Night or Group Dinner: Three Savory Courses - $30 per person.

Add a Bottle of Blanc de Blanc Sparkling for $25.

Click here to book your table.

6. The Green Room at The Historic HOTEL DUPONT

Five course menu can be found here.

For reservations, click here.

Downtown Visions Celebrates The Holidays and The Creative Class at The Mill

On Monday, December 11th, creatives, visionaries and entrepreneurs gathered at The Mill in Downtown Wilmington, DE to celebrate not only the Holiday Season, but also to learn more about how creativity and the arts are helping to transform the commercial district.

Speakers included Mayor Michael S. Purzycki, Martin Hageman, Executive Director of Downtown Visions, Mark Fields, Executive Director of The Grand Opera House, Wilmington DE and The Playhouse on Rodney Square and Robert Herrera, Founder of the creative co-working space The Mill Space.

Guests not only enjoyed the beautifully decorated modern space and light refreshments, but an insightful conversation on the progression of the district thanks to creative endeavors. 

For more information on Downtown Vision's initiatives, click here. 

We hope to see you back at The Mill next week for INtheSpirit: A Holiday Party for Wilmington Families in Need.

Make Holiday Memories at the HOTEL DUPONT

Nothing screams magical holiday memories quite like the historic HOTEL DUPONT. If you have the opportunity, be sure to check out their beautifully decorated exterior and interior. It will be sure to make you feel the holiday spirit.

If you are looking to start an annual tradition of bringing your family to the hotel around the holidays, you don't even need to reserve a room (although we recommend that too) any of the following events below will capture the magnificence of the AAA Four-Diamond and the Forbes Four-Star awarded hotel. 

TEA WITH THE YULETIDE SINGERS | DEC 9 | 3 PM
Enjoy tea sandwiches, scones and a medley of bite-size desserts while
listening to your favorite holiday songs. The Yuletide Singers, an ensemble
of professional Victorian-era carolers will perform dressed in elegant
costumes. The quartet sings familiar traditional carols and holiday music
in four-part a capella harmony. $24 adults | $12 children under 12

LUNCH WITH LARRY DENBURG | DEC 23 | NOON
Magician, Larry Denburg, a 5 time Winner of Best in State Award will
be bringing his magic to the Green Room on December 23rd. Larry
will be strolling the Green Room performing close-up magic and
sleight of hand as our lunch guests enjoy a truly unique and exciting
personal dining experience. This event will complement The Illusionists
appearing at the Playhouse that day at 10 am, 2 pm and 8 pm.
$28 pp | $14 children under 12

MENU DE NOEL | DEC 22 | SEATINGS FROM 5:30 PM
Enjoy an elegant, 3-course prix fixe pre-Christmas Dinner in the
Green Room.
$65 pp | $30 menu children under 12, children under 5 free

MENU DE NOEL | DEC 23 & 24 | 5 PM & 7:30 PM
A lavish 5-course pre-Christmas Dinner served in holiday style.
$95 pp | $35 menu children under 12, children under 5 free

A LA CARTE CHRISTMAS DAY BRUNCH| NOON & 2:30 PM
A selection of buffet items featuring salad station, oyster & shrimp
station, sushi station, international cheese & charcuterie, smoked
salmon display and a choice of six magnificent entrées.
$75 pp | $35 children under 12, children under 5 free

CHRISTMAS BRUNCH BUFFET | 11 AM & 1:30 PM
Our most elegant and expansive buffet served in the spectacular Gold
Ballroom. This event will become the highlight of your family’s holiday
celebrations for years to come.
$85 pp | $35 children under 12, children under 5 free

NEW YEAR’S EVE DINNER | 5:30, 6:00 & 6:30 SEATINGS
Celebrate New Year’s Eve early at Wilmington’s most magnificent
hotel. Our dining room will be serving an elegant three-course dinner
in the Green Room. Glass of bubbly included. $95 pp

NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY | 8 PM
A spectacular 5-course dinner in the Green Room at 8 pm followed
by a live band, dancing, festive party favors and a champagne
toast at midnight. $175 pp

Holiday Dining Reservations | 800.338.3404 or 302.594.3154
Hotel Stay Reservations | 302.594.3125
www.hoteldupont.com

Small Business Saturday Deals Happening in Downtown Wilmington, DE!

Downtown Wilmington kicks off Small Business Saturday with the Downtown Christmas Parade starting at 11AM. Afterwards, attendees are encouraged to stop by the Delaware History Museum for Free family activities and fun between 12:30pm-4pm . The Playhouse on Rodney Square has tickets on sale now for Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer playing on both Saturday & Sunday. We encourage all to shop small at our local retailers and restaurants.

Below are just some of the retailers offering exclusive specials and promotions in celebration of Small Business Saturday!

Artzscape
Black Friday & Small Business Saturday Sale: Free gift with purchase of $50 or more, plus, 10% off all artwork by Motion Illustrationz! Did we mention free coffee and donuts?!
November 24th & 25th only, 10am-5pm

Al's Sporting Goods
Thanksgiving Weekend Sale: Tons of athletic equipment at DEEP discounts. Check out their ad for more INfo!
November 24th (8am-8pm) & 25th (9am-6pm) only

Cocina Lolo
Buy $100 in gift cards, receive a free $20 gift card!
Valid November 24th - December 24th

CoreTen Fitness
Free $50 gift card with the purchase of any $50 gift card!
November 27th - December 1st only

Delaware Art Museum
Gift Certificates and Studio Classes availble for gift-giving year-round! Special donation greeting cards will be available for purchase during the Winter Arts Festival letting friends know a donation has been made in their honor at the Delaware Art Museum (shop holiday gifts from over 18 artisans while you listen to festive music by local choirs!)... 

The Delaware Contemporary Annual Craft Show & Taste of the Holidays
The December Art Loop brings tons of local gift options every year and this dual event is top on our list!  December 1st only

Delaware Historical Society
FREE Admission during Small Business Saturday and December Art Loop. Shop the Museum Store for unique Delaware gifts while you're there!
November 25th and December 1st only

Delaware Museum of Natural History
Buy a gift membership to DMNH, and get two free guest passes!
Thru November 30th
 
Kalmar Nyckel
10% Discount on all Sail Passes and Merchandise
Thru December 21st

La Fia Bistro
Buy $100 in gift cards, receive a free $20 gift card!
Valid November 24th - December 24th

LaFate Gallery
Two-Day Holiday Auction & Sale: Bid on original folk and abstract paintings by multi award-winning folk artist Eunice LaFate! Mugs, t-shirts, resin, jewelry, sculptures and note cards also available.
November 24th & 25th only, 11am-6pm

LOMA Coffee
$1 any-size drip coffee, plus, a FREE LOMA Coffee mug with a purchase of $25 or more during Small Business Saturday!
November 25th only, while supplies last

Merchant Bar
Buy $100 in gift cards, receive a free $20 gift card!
Valid November 24th - December 24th

Nextfab Wilmington
Four special Class Packs being offered for the holidays:

• $50 Make Your Own Cutting Board
• $150 Learning the Lathe
• $250 Woodworking Foundations
• $500 Complete Techniques 

Masala Kitchen
Receive a $30 gift card for only $25!
Thru December 31st

Morgan's of Delaware
Mention this ad and save $20 off purchases of $100 or more!
Excludes sale merchandise. 

INtheSpirit Holiday Party
This annual holiday bash benefits Wilmington families IN need AND brings together more than a dozen local artists and artisans for last-minute gift buying opportunities!
December 20th only

OperaDelaware
Gift certificates for OperaDelaware's 2018 Festival make excellent holiday gifts and are available from $50-$200!
 
Poppycock Tattoo
Black Friday and Small Business Saturday Gift Certificate Sale: Every $100 spent, you get an extra $25! ($100=$125 $200=$250 $300=$375)
Nov 24th and Nov 25th only

Starbucks on Market                                                                                                                        Complimentary live music following the parade.

Studio One Eleven
10% off all services for new clients on Small Business Saturday
November 25th only

UDairy Creamery
Free Single Scoop Voucher for every $25 spent in store (gift certificates available in $5 increments!) during Small Business Saturday!
November 25th only, 8am-8pm

WiLDWiCH
$1.50 coffee drinks, any size, every Monday, all day! Mocha Latté, Cappuccino, Espresso, Machiatto, Coffee, and more. All from La Colombe coffee roasters. 
7am-4pm thru 2017

Women Business Center's Shop Small Marketplace
This marketplace during Small Business Saturday focuses on women-owned businesses and their products on display at The Delaware Contemporary!
November 25th only

Join Us for a Downtown Holiday Meet & Greet!

You are invited! Learn how creativity and the arts are helping to transform our Downtown commercial district! 

On Monday, December 11th, 2017 join us from 5:30- 7:00 PM at The Mill located within the Nemours building at 1007 North Orange Street along with Downtown Visions for an evening of conversation with Mark Fields - Executive Director of The Grand Opera House and The Playhouse on Rodney Square and Robert Herrera - Founder of the creative co-working space The Mill.
Light refreshments will be served. 

The Facebook event can be found here.

This event is proudly sponsored by Downtown Visions.