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Spring Fun in Wilmington: Best Events & Activities for Families

Farms, Festivals, Fairs, and More to Explore This Spring!

By Leslie Hudson, Wilmington-New Castle Macaroni KID Publisher April 15, 2025

Spring is here, and Wilmington, DE is blooming with family-friendly fun! From egg hunts and outdoor festivals to farmers' markets and playground adventures, there’s no shortage of ways to enjoy the season.




 










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Can't Miss Spring Festivals

New events are being announced throughout the season! Check back often for updates.

From community festivals to outdoor concerts, here are a few of the family-friendly events happening in Wilmington this spring:


April

  • 12:🎨πŸͺΆ 3rd Annual Powwow of Arts and Culture – Delaware Art Museum, Wilmington
  • 25–27: πŸŒΌ Wildflower Celebration Weekend – Hockessin
  • 26: πŸŒ± Ag Day: From the Ground Up – University of Delaware, Newark
  • 26: πŸπŸͺ΄πŸͺ» Annual Shearing Day & Herb Sale – Greenbank Mills & Philips Farm, Wilmington

May

  •  3: πŸŒΏ White Clay Creek Fest – Newark
  •  3: πŸ’ͺ Hockessin Health and Wellness Fair – Hockessin
  • 4: πŸͺΊ Open House & Nest Fest – Tri-State Bird Rescue, Newark
  • 4: πŸ›’ The Market at CCArts – Center for Creative Arts, Yorklyn
  • 4: πŸ‡ Winterthur Point-to-Point Steeplechase – Wilmington
  •  8–10: πŸŒΈ Wilmington Flower Market – Rockford Park, Wilmington
  • 17–19: πŸš΄‍♂️ Wilmington Grand Prix – Wilmington
  • 17: πŸ›οΈ A Day in Old New Castle – New Castle


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