Events & Happenings
Special Events
The Kalmar Nyckel, docked in Historic New Castle.
The Kalmar Nyckel is coming to Historic New Castle
Mark your calendars! The Tall Ship Kalmar Nyckel is scheduled to make several stops in Historic New Castle this year. The ship will dock at the public pier in Battery Park. Dates and times are subject to change.
June 4th – June 14th – (Click the dates to book a sail)
August 6th – August 16th
September 1st – September 8th
October 24th – October 27th
The Kalmar Nyckel’s Chef, Gregory Brown launches his new book, “The Underwater Café”, with a series of book signings to invite readers to explore his light-hearted insight into life aboard a 17th century ship in today’s modern world. An outdoor launch party and reading is planned
Meet the author and have your book signed when the Kalmar Nyckel visits Historic New Castle on Saturday, June 5 and Sunday, June 6 from 1-2pm at the foot of the public pier. “The Underwater Café” is available for purchase for $20 at these events.
The City of New Castle hosts many events throughout the year. Due to the Covid-19 situation some events my be cancelled or modified.
Explore the links below for more information
Separation Day Fireworks
While most of the Separation Day activities are cancelled for this year the City is excited to continue our tradition of Separation Day Fireworks on Saturday, June 12th at 9:30 pm.
The Fireworks will be held in Battery Park.
Due to the lifting of some Covid restrictions and larger attendance allowed in Battery Park, the City has decided to use the same size firework shells we have used in past years. This will mean that fireworks will not go higher than usual. Battery Park will be your best view of the fireworks display.
Expect road closures (except city residents) to begin around 6pm at 6th and South and 3rd and Delaware. The new parking lot on 3rd Street and the spaces in front of the Courthouse Museum will be reserved for handicapped parking. Bring your own chair or blanket.
This unique event celebrates Delaware’s Birthday, when we “separated” from Great Britain and Pennsylvania on June 15th 1776.
 Wednesday Night Summer Concerts in Battery Park*
Free to the public, this is always the summer’s hottest ticket! Each week features a different music group.
Last Sunday in August
“Dining in the Street” is moving to September Dining in the Street will return this year, but has been rescheduled for Thursday, September 2nd, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. The rain date is September 9th. Watch the newsletter and the City website for updates so you don’t miss this fun event. This event benefits the New Castle Senior Center.
Art on the Green is an annual Art & Craft Show in Historic New Castle Delaware
First Saturday in October The annual River Towns Ride & Festival was converted into a recreational ride-only event for 2020 due to Covid-19. Riders will visit the historic riverfronts of New Castle, Delaware City and Wilmington, earning medals based on distance completed. Go to www.rivertownsfestival.com for more information.
Oak Knoll Book Fest is the first Saturday and Sunday in October (in even numbered years.) For details call (302) 328-7232. www.oakknoll.com/fest Hauntings in History: Ghostly Walking Tours of Old New CastleFridays & Saturdays in October Hauntings in History Walking Tours If you are brave enough to explore the darker side of New Castle’s history, then join the New Castle Historical Society this October for a journey into New Castle’s supernatural side. You will be guided through New Castle’s darkened streets and alleyways where you will hear macabre tales of hauntings, Victorian death & funeral customs, and crime & punishment that span the almost 370-year history of this Delaware River town.
Shop small this Saturday, November 28th and all season long. Our local shops have a wide variety of unique gifts, including our museum shops. Our restaurants and services offer gift certificates, which are always a great gift.
You can help decorate the wreaths, or make one for your own home for only $25. No talent or experience needed! Stop by whenever you can, and they will show you what to do. Just bring garden clippers. Arasapha also needs donations of evergreen clippings from local backyards. For more information, including our social distancing plan, visit www.arasapha.org/holiday-greening.
Come and visit New Castle and see the houses decorated for the season. New Castle Historical Society Announces Holiday House Decorating Contest The New Castle Historical Society is sponsoring “Dressed in Holiday Style,” a holiday house decorating contest for residents of the City of New Castle. Open to all residents within the city limits, the contest will encourage exterior decorations, and award cash prizes in seven different categories: Best Overall Display, People’s Choice, Best Vintage/Traditional, Best Historical, Best Themed Display, Best Lighting Display, and Best Entranceway. A panel of three judges will decide the winners in each category except the People’s Choice winner which will be selected through votes for photos of displays on the Historical Society’s Facebook page. The top prize is $250 for Best Overall display. Advance registration, including a $5 registration fee, is required to participate in the contest. Judging will begin on December 9th, and winners will be announced on December 12th. The People’s Choice winner will be announced on December 28th to allow time for the public to vote. For more information and to register for the contest visit www.newcastlehistory.org or www.facebook.com/NewCastleHistory.
Spirit of Christmas 2020 “A Way Home” This Year’s 20th Annual Celebration will be a quiet reflection on years past. Although they cannot open their doors to welcome you, New Castle Presbyterian Church hopes you will join them as they continue their support for their Friendship House mission, “A Way Home.” The church will be sharing recipes and offering a limited edition “print” as a thank you for your support. Visit newcastlepreschuch.org for more information. The City joins with NCPC in thanking the community of New Castle for your participation and support of Spirit of Christmas past!
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