Local Fourth of July Fun

Posted by Leslie Kopp & Christi Arndt on Monday, June 17th, 2024 at 10:34am

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With Independence Day quickly approaching, there is no better time than now to make your plans for the Holiday week and weekend! Whether you are in search of a classic display of fireworks or enjoying a live music performance, there are plenty of family-friendly activities in Bethany Beach and the surrounding areas for all to enjoy the celebratory weekend. Check out the event schedules below ranging from Lewes to Berlin:

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Bethany Beach:

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On July 4, the Bethany Beach Parade begins at noon. No pre-registration is needed, however, if you would like to participate, go to Bethany Beach’s website for more information.

The 1974 will be performing at the bandstand from 7:30. The Fourth of July fireworks are finally back in Bethany Beach after being postponed last year. The fireworks start at 8 p.m. in Wellington Parkway and will be visible all along the beach.

Ocean City:

Ocean City’s fireworks show will take place on July 4 in two locations: the downtown beach and Northside Park.

Berlin:

On July 3, Berlin is holding their fireworks show in Heron Park. The fireworks will begin at 9:15 p.m.

Shortly after, The Doo-Dah Parade will begin at 4:30-5 p.m. Finally, the fireworks will begin at dusk.

For more information, check out www.gofourthlewes.org

Dewey:

Fireworks on July 4 will begin at dusk on the Bayside of Dewey. The fireworks will be visible all across Dewey.

Rehoboth:

On July 6, the band Funsters begins their performance at 8 p.m. on the beach Bandstands and the fireworks show starts at dusk on the beach. The fireworks will be visible all across the beach. Funsters will continue their performance after the fireworks until 11 p.m.

There are several road closures during this event:

The bandstand area will be closed to traffic from p.m. until midnight
Starting at 7 p.m., only bus traffic and residents will be allowed on Henlopen and Surf avenues
Vehicles are not allowed to cross Rehoboth Avenue at the circle starting at 7:30 p.m.
Rehoboth Avenue eastbound and Church Street from State Route 1 will be closed to traffic beginning at 8 p.m. and vehicles entering Rehoboth beach will have to enter through State Road to Bayard Avenue

For more information, visit the city of Rehoboth

Lewes:

The Children’s games begin at 9 a.m. on Second Street. According to the Lewes Chamber of Commerce, Second Street will be closed while the games are in progress and will re-open after the games. Volunteers are needed, so if you are interested reach out to Lewes City Hall.

The Independence Day boat parade organized by the Overfalls and Lewes-Rehoboth Beach Rotary Club, begins at 1:30 p.m. Pre-registered boats are eligible for prizes. Registration forms are available are available at the Lewes Chamber of Commerce Visitor Center in the Fisher-Martin House.

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