Schedule of Activities & Events

Friday, October 27, 2023

9AM - 3PM 

“Sea Witch® Through the Years.” Small exhibit of memorabilia at the Rehoboth Beach Museum, 511 Rehoboth Avenue. Call 302-227-7310 for info. Rain or Shine

9AM - 4PM

Visit the Delaware Botanic Gardens in Dagsboro and view the 9 foot tall Sea Witch! Rain or Shine

10AM 

SCARECROW TRAIL & SHOW. Travel the show & trail during the weekend, pick your favorite scarecrow and vote! Info & voting at Beach-Fun.com/scarecrow-contest

10AM - 6PM

OFFICIAL SEA WITCH® EVENT GEAR will be for sale at the Chamber of Commerce Visitors Center, 501 Rehoboth Avenue. Rain or Shine

10AM - 8PM 

Try the Official Sea Witch® Ice Cream at the Ice Cream Store. 6 Rehoboth Ave. Rain or Shine

10:30AM - 5PM 

Gift Basket Silent Auction at Ruff Life, 46 Baltimore Avenue, Rehoboth Beach. Proceeds to benefit Grass Roots Rescue. Rain or Shine

11AM 

Jolly Trolley Magical History Tour: Tour historic sites of downtown Rehoboth on the historic Jolly Trolley with a tour guide. Rain or Shine

11AM - 9PM

Guess the number of kernels in the jar at First State Corn & More at 8 Rehoboth Ave. The winner will receive a $40 gift card & will be contacted via phone on 10/31/23

1PM - 1:30PM 

Magic with Jack Noel sponsored by Artisans’ Bank. Indoor Kid’s Corner in the Convention Center, 229 Rehoboth Avenue. No fee. Rain or Shine

1PM - 3PM 

BUBBLE BOO & PUPPIES TOO! Bring your family for fun around the Rehoboth Bandstand. Bubbles, kid’s activities and pet adoptions by Delaware Humane Association - Weather Dependent

1PM - 4 PM FREE Face Painting provided by CopyCat Paint Parties during Tyke Bike. Rehoboth Beach Bandstand area

1PM - 5PM INDOOR ARTISAN & VENDOR SHOW. Sponsored by LeafFilter. Convention Center, 229 Rehoboth Avenue. No admission fee. Rain or Shine

1PM - 5PM OFFICIAL SEA WITCH® EVENT GEAR will be for sale at the Convention Center, 229 Rehoboth Avenue. Rain or Shine

1PM - 5PM SEA WITCH® 50/50 RAFFLE. Convention Center at 229 Rehoboth Ave. Rain or Shine

1PM - 5PM INDOOR KIDS CORNER. 2 rooms of fun including coloring activities, entertainers, and more! While supplies last. Convention Ctr, 229 Rehoboth Ave. Rain or Shine.

1PM - 5PM Flu and COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic offered by ACME Pharmacy. No appointment necessary. Receive a coupon for 10% off your next ACME grocery order when you receive your vaccine. Convention Center at 229 Rehoboth Avenue. Rain or Shine.

1PM - 5PM Add some flare to your hair! Stop by Braids & Sparkles booth for fairy hairdo’s, intricate braiding & colorful extensions. Convention Center, 229 Rehoboth Ave. Rain or Shine

1PM - 5PM Lumberjack Throw Challenge sponsored by The Starboard. Kids can test their strength at the inflatable Lumberjack Throw. Convention Center, 229 Rehoboth Ave. Rain or Shine

1PM - 5PM Face painting by the Little Farm. Become a spooky spirit, magical mermaid, and more! Covention Center, 229 Rehoboth Avenue. Rain or Shine

1:30PM - 2:15PM PAUL ZAVINSKY. Live music at the Convention Ctr, 229 Rehoboth Ave. Rain or Shine

2PM - 10PM Free Joey Menu for any child in costume at Outback Steakhouse on Coastal Highway.

19917 Sea Blossom Blvd, Rehoboth Beach. 302-227-4858. Rain or Shine 

2PM - 10PM $5 Sea Witch®’s Brew Cocktail made with Tito’s Vodka at Outback Steakhouse on Coastal Highway. 19917 Sea Blossom Blvd, Rehoboth Beach. 302-227-4858. Rain or Shine

2:30PM - 3:15PM BRYAN SCAR. Live music at the Convention Center 229 Rehoboth Ave. Rain or Shine

2:30PM - 4PM TYKE BIKE ROLL ON THE BOARDS. Sponsored by Kids Cottage. Join us at Rehoboth Avenue & the Boardwalk. Registration at 2:30; Biking starts at 3:00

3PM - 3:30PM Magic with Jack Noel sponsored by Artisans’ Bank. Indoor Kid’s Corner in the Convention Center, 229 Rehoboth Avenue. No fee. Rain or Shine

3:15PM - 4PM JR. WILSON & CHATTY. Live music at the Bandstand sponsored by DISCOVER Bank

3:45-4:30PM SANDY & STEVIE D. Live music at the Convention Center. 229 Rehoboth Avenue Rain or Shine

4PM - 4:45PM Cascading Carlos Juggling Show. Indoor Kid’s Corner in the Convention Center, 229 Rehoboth Ave. No fee. Rain or Shine

4PM - 6PM SCHELLVILLE EXPRESS. Sponsored by Sweet Frog Frozen Yogurt. All riders receive a train whistle (while supplies last). Ages 2-7. Grove Park, 501 Rehoboth Ave. Donation welcomed.

4:15PM - 5PM JR. WILSON & CHATTY. Live music at the Bandstand sponsored by DISCOVER Bank.

5PM Hike the Indian River Inlet Bridge & enjoy the sunset across the bay.  

5PM - 7PM Packet pick-up for the Half Marathon Halloween Classic & Sea Witch® 5K Classic. Irish Eyes Restaurant, 213 Anglers Rd, Lewes. www.seashorestriders.com Rain or Shine

5PM - 9PM Schellville Spooktacular Kids Zone. Free community event with lots of fun. Behind Tanger Outlets Seaside, Seaside Outlet Drive, Rehoboth

5:30PM - 8PM 2nd Annual Teen Fright Night at the Rehoboth Beach Public Library, 226 Rehoboth Avenue.

Join us for games in the library after hours, a PG-13 horror movie, candy & snacks, & spooky SFX makeup! Costumes are encouraged, but please note that full facial masks and weapons are not permitted. Rain or Shine

6PM Sussex Family YMCA Activities. Trunk or Treating, Pick a Pumpkin and Smores & Cider. 

Free to the community; while supplies last. 20080 Church St, Rehoboth

6:30PM Children’s Fantasy Trail at Cape Henlopen State Park, 15099 Cape Henlopen Drive, Lewes. 

6:30PM - 7:30PM Trick or Treat with Dewey Beach Businesses. Sponsored by the Dewey Business Partnership. No Fee. Rain or Moonlight

7PM Young Frankenstein, the musical comedy, live on stage at Clear Space Theatre, 20 Baltimore Ave, Rehoboth. Tickets at clearspacetheatre.org; 302-227-2270 for info. Rain or shine.

7PM Lantern Tour at the Indian River Life-Saving Station Museum, DE Seashore State Park.

20539 Coastal Hwy. Details on page 15. Rain or Shine

7PM - 9PM Haunted Bonfire & Beach Party! Dewey Beach at Dickinson Street & the Bay. Sponsored by the Dewey Business Partnership. Free Parking & $5 donation/adult

7PM - 9PM Don’t be scared! Walk through the ghoulish decor at Rehoboth Guest House. Best viewed by moonlight! 40 Maryland Avenue. Rain or Shine.

8PM Interactive Showing of the Rocky Horror Picture Show at the Pines. 56 Baltimore Avenue. Hosted by house entertainer; props & supplies provided. $25/ticket. Tickets can be purchased at www.thepinesrb.com/events. Info at 302-567-2726. Rain or Shine

8PM - 11PM Live music with the Dunehounds at Rehoboth Ale House Downtown. 15 Wilmington Avenue, Rehoboth Beach. Rain or Shine

8PM - 11PM Live music with Kyle Offidani at Rehoboth Ale House on the Mile. 20859 Coastal Hwy, Rehoboth Beach. Rain or Shine

Saturday, October 28, 2023

2AM Rehoboth Avenue closes to all thru traffic for the Costume Parade 

7AM Limited “Last Chance” race-day registration for Half Marathon Halloween Classic & 5K Classic at start/finish area. Cape Henlopen State Park. www.seashorestriders.com. Rain or Shine 

8AM Half-Marathon Halloween Classic at Cape Henlopen State Park Main Parking Lot.

www.seashorestriders.com. Rain or shine 

8AM - 5PM First State Webfooters Triathlon. 5/ 10K Walk, 10.6/ 46 K Bike Trail Rides, and/ or 300 m swim. Rain or Shine 

8AM - 6PM  Visit Helios Sunglasses for a costume party, giveaways, raffles, and goodie bags for kids & adults! First Street Station, 70 Rehoboth Avenue. Rain or Shine 

9AM COSTUME PARADE ROLLERS LINE UP. Pre-Registered motorized vehicles, floats, and large walking groups line up at 330 Rehoboth Avenue and State Road

9AM COSTUME PARADE WALKERS LINE UP. Walker Registration - Coho’s Market/Loves Liquors at 305 Rehoboth Avenue. After registering, line up on 4th Street

9AM - 9:30 AM Magic with Jack Noel sponsored by Artisans’ Bank. Indoor Kid’s Corner in the Convention Center, 229 Rehoboth Avenue. No fee. Rain or Shine

9AM - 11AM Balloon Twisting with Snippy Doodles at the First Street Station Kid’s Zone. No Fee. Rain or Shine

9AM - 11AM Balloon Twisting by The Sandy Roost sponsored by Artisans’ Bank. Located at the Indoor Kid’s Corner in the Convention Center. No Fee. Rain or Shine.

9AM - 1PM 

“Sea Witch® Through the Years.” Small exhibit of memorabilia at the Rehoboth Beach Museum, 511 Rehoboth Avenue. Call 302-227-7310 for info. Rain or Shine

9AM - 4PM Visit the Delaware Botanic Gardens in Dagsboro and view the 9 foot tall Sea Witch! Rain or Shine

9AM - 5PM SEA WITCH® 50/50 RAFFLE. Convention Center at 229 Rehoboth Ave. Rain or Shine.

9AM - 5PM  INDOOR KIDS CORNER. 2 rooms of fun including coloring activities, entertainers, and more! While supplies last. Convention Ctr, 229 Rehoboth Ave. Rain or Shine

9AM - 5PM INDOOR ARTISAN & VENDOR SHOW. Sponsored by LeafFilter. Convention Center, 229 Rehoboth Avenue. No admission fee. Rain or Shine

9AM - 5PM Lumberjack Throw Challenge. Sponsored by the Starboard. Convention Center, 229 Rehoboth Ave. Rain or Shine

9AM - 5PM Add some flare to your hair! Stop by Braids & Sparkles booth for fairy hairdo’s, intricate braiding & colorful extensions. Convention Center, 229 Rehoboth Ave. Rain or Shine

1PM - 5PM Face painting by the Little Farm. Become a spooky spirit, magical mermaid, and more! Covention Center, 229 Rehoboth Avenue. Rain or Shine

9:30AM - 11AM PAUL ZAVINSKY. Live music at the Convention Center, 229 Rehoboth Ave. Rain or Shine

10AM SCARECROW TRAIL & SHOW. Travel the show & trail during the weekend, pick your favorite scarecrow and vote! Info & voting at Beach-Fun.com/scarecrow-contest.

10AM City of Rehoboth Beach Fire Department Auxiliary Baked Good, Hot Dog & Hamburger Sales (while supplies last) at Rehoboth Beach Fire Hall, 219 Rehoboth Ave. Rain or Shine

10AM - 10:45AM Cascading Carlos Juggling Show. Indoor Kid’s Corner in the Convention Center, 229 Rehoboth Ave. No fee. Rain or Shine

10AM - 10:45AM THE JIMMIES. Live music at the Bandstand sponsored by DISCOVER Bank

10AM - 4PM PONY RIDES on the beach at Wilmington Avenue. $5.00 fee

10AM - 5PM OUTDOOR ARTISAN & VENDOR SHOW at the Bandstand.

10AM - 5PM SEA WITCH® 50/50 RAFFLE. Sales at the Information Table at the Bandstand. Rain Location: Convention Center from 9AM-5PM

10AM - 5PM Blacksmithing by Williams Blacksmithing at the Bandstand.

10AM - 5PM OUTDOOR KIDS ZONE sponsored by Renewal by Anderson. Lots of fun activities! First Street Station. Rain location: Convention Center.

10AM - 5PM  OFFICIAL SEA WITCH® EVENT GEAR will be for sale at multiple locations. Rain location: Convention Center, 9AM-5PM

10AM - 8PM Try the Official Sea Witch® Ice Cream at the Ice Cream Store; 6 Rehoboth Avenue. Rain or Shine

11AM COSTUME PARADE. Begins at Coho’s Market & Loves Liquors at the intersection of 4th Street and Rehoboth Avenue, continues down the Avenue

11AM - 2PM Escape the Depths at the Rehoboth Beach Public Library, 226 Rehoboth Avenue.

While exploring the mysteries of the ocean, you and your team uncovered an abandoned city underwater. Now you’re trapped in a room that’s slowly filling up with water and only have 15 minutes to escape! To play, visit the Circulation Desk, and you will receive your estimated start time based on the number of groups ahead of yours. Rain or Shine

11AM - 2PM Family Halloween Party at the Rehoboth Beach Public Library, 226 Rehoboth Avenue.

To celebrate the best and spookiest time of year, the Library is inviting families to join them for spooktacular games, snacks, and crafts! Costumes encouraged! Rain or Shine

11AM - 3PM Barnhill Preserve Animal Experience located at the First Street Station Kid’s Zone

12PM - 5PM HAYRIDES through the side streets of Downtown Rehoboth. Ticket sales at the Visitors Center, 501 Rehoboth Ave; boarding adjacent to Visitors Center in Grove Park

1PM - 1:30PM Magic with Jack Noel sponsored by Artisans’ Bank. Indoor Kid’s Corner in the Convention Center, 229 Rehoboth Avenue. No fee. Rain or Shine

1PM - 1:45PM THE JIMMIES. Live music at the Bandstand sponsored by DISCOVER Bank.

1PM - 2:30PM BRYAN SCAR. Live music at the Convention Center, 229 Rehoboth Avenue. Rain or Shine

1PM - 5PM Balloon Twisting with Snippy Doodles at the Outdoor Kid’s Zone at First Street Station. No Fee. Rain Location: Convention Ctr

1PM - 5PM Balloon Twisting by The Sandy Roost sponsored by Artisans’ Bank. Located at the Indoor Kid’s Corner in the Convention Center. No Fee. Rain or Shine

1PM - 5PM SEA WITCH® HUNT/REGISTRATION at Bandstand. Sponsored by WEIS Markets.

Rain Location: Convention Ctr. Winner announced Sunday at 2PM on Bandstand or Convention Center if inclement weather

2PM OLD FASHIONED KID’S BEACH GAMES & BROOM TOSS on the Beach at Baltimore Avenue. No Fee.

3PM - 3:45PM Cascading Carlos Juggling Show. Indoor Kid’s Corner in the Convention Center, 229 Rehoboth Ave. No fee. Rain or Shine

3PM - 4:30PM SANDY & STEVIE D. Live music at the Convention Ctr, 229 Rehoboth Ave. Rain or Shine

3:30PM - 5PM OVER TIME BAND. Live music at the Bandstand sponsored by DISCOVER Bank

4PM HORSE SHOW ON THE BEACH - Maryland Rough Riders on the Beach at Rehoboth Ave & the Boardwalk

4PM - 4:30PM Magic with Jack Noel sponsored by Artisans’ Bank. Indoor Kid’s Corner in the Convention Center, 229 Rehoboth Avenue. No fee. Rain or Shine

6:30PM - 7:30PM BRACKISH WATER BOYS. Live music at the Bandstand sponsored by DISCOVER Bank

6:30PM - 7:30PM TRICK OR TREAT WITH DOWNTOWN REHOBOTH BEACH MERCHANTS. Sponsored by Downtown Rehoboth Beach Businesses. Rain or Moonlight

7PM Young Frankenstein the musical comedy, live on stage at Clear Space Theatre, 20 Baltimore Ave, Rehoboth. Tickets at clearspacetheatre.org; 302-227-2270 for info. Rain or shine.

Sunday, October 29, 2023

7:30AM “Last Chance” race-day registration for Sea Witch® 5k Classic at race start/finish area.

Grove Park, Rehoboth Beach. www.seashorestriders.com. Rain or Shine

8AM - 5PM 

First State Webfooters Triathlon. 5/ 10K Walk, 10.6/ 46 K Bike Trail Rides, and/ or 300 m swim. Rain or Shine

9AM SEA WITCH® 5K CLASSIC at Grove Park, 501 Rehoboth Ave, Rehoboth Beach. www.seashorestriders.com. Rain or Shine.

9AM - 1PM  “Sea Witch® Through the Years.” Small exhibit of memorabilia at the Rehoboth Beach Museum, 511 Rehoboth Avenue. Call 302-227-7310 for info. Rain or Shine

9AM - 12PM Lollipop tree at the Boardwalk Plaza Hotel. Children can pick a lollipop, take it to the reservation desk, & receive a prize! 2 Olive Ave, Rehoboth. No fee. Rain or Shine

9AM - 4PM Visit the Delaware Botanic Gardens in Dagsboro and view the 9 foot tall Sea Witch! Rain or Shine

10AM SCARECROW TRAIL & SHOW. Travel the show & trail during the weekend, pick your favorite scarecrow and vote! Info & voting at Beach-Fun.com/scarecrow-contest

10AM - 10:30AM Magic with Jack Noel. Indoor Kid’s Corner in Convention Center, 229 Rehoboth Ave. No fee. Rain or Shine

10AM - 10:45AM BLIND WIND. Live music at the Bandstand sponsored by DISCOVER Bank

10AM - 2PM Kid’s Fishing Adventure Trail. Sponsored by Mob Squad Bow Fishing. Follow the guide to collect your pieces. Children 8 & under. Start the hunt at the Info Table at the Bandstand. $5/child; while supplies last. Rain Location: Convention Center. 

10AM - 2:30PM Take a selfie with Hilda the Sea Witch® Balloon. Convention Center. Rain or Shine

10AM - 3PM Balloon Twisting with Snippy Doodles at the Outdoor Kid’s Zone at First Street Station. Sponsored by Artisans’ Bank. No Fee. Rain Location: Convention Ctr

10AM - 3PM SEA WITCH® 50/50 RAFFLE. Sales at the Information Table at the Bandstand. Rain Location: Convention Center 

10AM - 3PM OUTDOOR ARTISAN & VENDOR SHOW at the Bandstand

10AM - 3PM SEA WITCH® 50/50 RAFFLE. Sales at the Convention Center at 229 Rehoboth Avenue. Rain or Shine

10AM - 3PM OFFICIAL SEA WITCH® EVENT GEAR will be for sale at multiple locations. Rain location: Convention Center

10AM - 3PM Lumberjack Throw Challenge. Sponsored by the Starboard. Convention Center, 229 Rehoboth Ave. Rain or Shine

10AM - 3PM INDOOR KIDS CORNER. 2 rooms of fun including coloring activities, entertainers, and more! While supplies last. Convention Ctr, 229 Rehoboth Ave. Rain or Shine.

10AM - 3PM Face painting by the Little Farm. Become a spooky spirit, magical mermaid, and more! Covention Center, 229 Rehoboth Avenue. Rain or Shine

10AM - 3PM OUTDOOR KIDS ZONE sponsored by Renewal by Anderson. Lots of fun activities! First Street Station. Rain location: Convention Center.

10AM - 3PM Mini Golf at Sea Shell Shop/Shell We Golf. 1 free round of mini-golf for anyone that shows up in full costume. 19366 Coastal Highway, Rehoboth Beach..

10AM - 4PM PONY RIDES on the Beach at Wilmington Avenue. $5.00 Fee

10AM - 5PM Blacksmithing by Williams Blacksmithing at the Bandstand

10AM - 8PM Try the Official Sea Witch® Ice Cream by the Ice Cream Store. 6 Rehoboth Ave. Rain or Shine

10:30AM - 4PM Dog Costume Contest at Ruff Life, 46 Baltimore Avenue, Rehoboth Beach. Winner to receive a free 11x14 matted print. Rain or Shine

10:30AM - 5PM Gift Basket Silent Auction at Ruff Life, 46 Baltimore Avenue, Rehoboth Beach. Proceeds to benefit Grass Roots Rescue. Rain or Shine.

11AM - 11:45AM Cascading Carlos Juggling Show. Indoor Kid’s Corner in the Convention Center, 229 Rehoboth Ave. No fee. Rain or Shine

11AM - 3PM  Barnhill Preserve Animal Experience. Located at the First Street Station Outdoor Kids’ Zone

11AM - 9PM Guess the number of kernels in the jar at First State Corn & More at 8 Rehoboth Ave. The winner will receive a $40 gift card & will be contacted via phone on 10/31/22

11AM - 9PM Free Joey Menu for any child in costume at Outback Steakhouse on Coastal Highway. 19917 Sea Blossom Blvd, Rehoboth Beach. 302-227-4858. Rain or Shine

11AM - 9PM $5 Sea Witch®’s Brew Cocktail made with Tito’s Vodka at Outback Steakhouse on Coastal Highway. 19917 Sea Blossom Blvd, Rehoboth Beach. 302-227-4858. Rain or Shine

11:15AM - 12PM THE BRIGANDS. Live music at the Bandstand sponsored by DISCOVER Bank

12PM Registration/Judging for COSTUMED DOG PARADE at North End of Boardwalk near the Henlopen Hotel. $5 registration fee per dog. Parade at 1PM down Boardwalk.

12PM - 12:45PM Magic with Jack Noel. Indoor Kid’s Corner in the Convention Center, 229 Rehoboth Ave. No fee. Rain or Shine

12PM - 5PM HAYRIDES through the side streets of Downtown Rehoboth. Ticket sales at the Visitors Center, 501 Rehoboth Ave; boarding adjacent to Visitors Center in Grove Park.

12:30PM - 1:15 PM CHARLIE & THE COOL TONES. Live music at the Bandstand sponsored by DISCOVER Bank.

1PM COSTUMED DOG PARADE. Sponsored by the Rehoboth Beach Animal Hospital and Capano Residential. Costumed dogs will parade down the Rehoboth Boardwalk.

1PM - 1:45PM Cascading Carlos Juggling Show. Indoor Kid’s Corner in the Convention Center, 229 Rehoboth Ave. No fee. Rain or Shine

1:45PM - 2:30PM HOT SAUCE BAND. Live music at the Bandstand sponsored by DISCOVER Bank

2PM Young Frankenstein the musical comedy, live on stage at Clear Space Theatre, 20 Baltimore Ave, Rehoboth. Tickets at clearspacetheatre.org; 302-227-2270 for info. Rain or shine

2PM - 2:30PM Magic with Jack Noel. Indoor Kid’s Corner in Convention Center, 229 Rehoboth Ave. No fee. Rain or Shine

2:45PM Winners Announced at the Bandstand for the Sea Witch® Hunt and the Costumed Dog Parade/Contest

4PM HORSE SHOW ON THE BEACH - Maryland Rough Riders on the Beach at Rehoboth Ave & the Boardwalk

6:30PM Children’s Fantasy Trail at Cape Henlopen State Park, 15099 Cape Henlopen Drive, Lewes. 

7PM - 9PM Don’t be scared! Walk through the ghoulish decor at Rehoboth Guest House. Best viewed by moonlight! 40 Maryland Avenue. Rain or Shine

7PM - 10PM Live music with Joey Harkum Band at Rehoboth Ale House on the Mile, 20859 Coastal Hwy, Rehoboth Beach. Rain or Shine

Date: October 27 - 29, 2023

Location: Various Location in Rehoboth Beach, DE  

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