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.

May 4th, Join in the Biggest Cinco de Mayo Event in Delaware Right Here in Wilmington

Friday, May 4th at 4:00 PM head to the 900 block of Market Street in Wilmington, Delaware for the biggest Cinco De Mayo Festival in the State.

This family-friendly event hosted by Ernest & Scott Taproom will feature authentic cuisine from street vendors, a margarita & mojito bar, and live music. Last year over 2,000 people attended and this year it is expected to be bigger than ever! 

Admission to the event will be $10. Tickets will be available at the door. Children under 15 years old are free. 

Parking will be available at The Mid-town Park Garage located at 805 N Orange Street for the special price of $4.00.

Check out the Facebook Event here for more videos and information. 

A Free Earth Day Celebration in Rodney Square

Complimentary plants, free giveaways, food trucks, live music and more. Kick off your Spring by celebrating Earth Day and Arbor Day in Rodney Square during your lunch break on Friday, April 20, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 

Never officially celebrated Earth Day and Arbor Day before? Well, this event is the perfect excuse to kick up your love for mother earth!

Come on out and enjoy the beautiful sunshine while listening to live music provided by Acoustic Turnpike and munch on some delicious food from various local food trucks. A variety of vendors will provide easy ways for you to help the planet and there will be free native plant giveaways, first come, first serve. 

As they say, "The early bird catches the worm!" We cannot wait to see you there and celebrate our beautiful planet with you. 

The Wilmington Earth & Arbor Day Celebration is sponsored by the City of Wilmington. Its chief collaborator is the Partnership for the Delaware Estuary. For more information on the event, including tips on where to park, click here. 

To be an exhibitor at the event, please register here.

All the Details...This Monday, The Grand Opening of Mid-town Park Garage & Pre-Leasing Launch for The Residences at Mid-town Park

This Monday, April 2nd join in the celebration of the grand opening of Mid-town Park Garage and the official launch of pre-leasing the sought after luxury apartments at The Residences at Mid-town Park.

Whether you are living downtown, going out on the town, or looking for a convenient place to end your morning commute, the Mid-Town Park Garage is suitable for all downtown parking needs. A representative will be on site during the event to answer any questions on rates and availability. To reserve a space, call 215-568-4018.

This occasion also marks the official launch of pre-leasing for The Residences at Mid-town Park. Be among the first to reserve an apartment and receive 2 months of free parking. Hardhat tours will be available of select apartments.

*If you are planning on taking a hard hat tour, please wear comfortable closed-toe shoes. 

Click here to register for the event.

Immerse yourself in the vibrant downtown lifestyle - The Residences at Mid-town Park is where the energy of the city and the conveniences of downtown accessibility collide, steps away from nightlife, restaurants and shops.

Offering endless amenities that create opportunities for fun and social engagement including a resort style swimming pool, fitness center, demonstration kitchen, screening room and resident lounge. This is not simply a community, it is an Urban Oasis.

Leases signed for the apartments by May 1st will receive 2 complimentary months of parking within the Mid-town garage. Guests that bring this invitation with them will also receive a waived application fee.

* The two months of complimentary parking will be deducted from each month's apartment rent charges. Exclusions apply, see leasing agent for details. Free parking eligibility is only available with rental of apartment.

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Join Us at Rock the Block! Celebrating Sam and Mariah Calagione of Dogfish Brewery and DCAD's 20th Anniversary

Image Credits: DCAD & Cape Gazette

When two outstanding events are happening in the same block, they team up for one mega celebration! Join us for Rock the Block on April 19th!

The DCAD@20 ArtParty will take place in DCAD’s Market Street galleries and on Sixth Street between those two indoor spaces. The event raises funds to support general operations and scholarships at the College, which was founded in 1997 and is celebrating its 20th anniversary through the graduation of its 20th class this May. The celebratory event includes adult beverages and catering by restaurants coming to the eagerly awaited DE.CO Food Hall coming to the DuPont Building. Music and art will be abundant the presenting sponsor of the event is M&T Bank. 

Individual tickets cost $50 each. Rock the Block combination tickets (which also provides admission to the Delaware Historical Society's Delaware History Maker Awards celebration just down Market Street) are available for $100 each, and a special Patron Package may be purchased for $500 includes two admissions. A number of sponsorship options are available as well.

The Maker Awards celebration will honor Sam and Mariah Calagione of Dogfish Brewery and feature food and beer pairings as well as live music to end the night at The Queen.

Tickets can be purchased here. 

For additional information, contact DCAD development director Renée T. Garnick at rgarnick@dcad.edu or (302) 622-8000, ext. 107.