It’s hard to believe that it is already the second week in June! Schools are wrapping up the 2014/2015 school year, the OC Air Show is headed to Ocean City again, Berlin is gearing up for movies on Jefferson Street, and foodies are getting a veggie-centric treat in Rehoboth Beach. There’s plenty of options for weekend fun, so whether you’re visiting the area with family and friends or simply looking for ways to enjoy a few hours off from work, we’ve uncovered a short list of local activities. Enjoy!
Top Chef of the Culinary Coast
When: Thursday, June 11, 5pm-8pm
Where: Rehoboth Beach Convention Center
What: It’s the ultimate Southern Delaware culinary throw down, as area chefs duke it out for your votes. Sample delicious dishes and vote for your favorites! Tickets sales benefit Meals on Wheels Lewes/Rehoboth. Local chefs will be using Sussex County Farm Fresh Foods.
Rehoboth VegFest
When: Saturday, June 13 (Events Friday and Sunday as well)
Where: Epworth United Methodist Church
What: The headliner of this weekend long event is definitely the FREE festival that takes place on Saturday from 11am until 5pm. Enjoy exhibitions, speakers, food samples, cooking demos, yoga, kids activities, music, and of course, vegetarian food! The event has something for all ages, interests and palates. Check out the full schedule at rehobothvegfest.org.
Berlin Antiques Roadshow
When: Saturday, June 13, 10am-4pm
Where: The Atlantic Hotel
What: It’s time to dust off those old antiques and memorabilia to find out what it’s worth! This Saturday, bring your heirlooms, coins, paintings and treasures to the porch of The Atlantic Hotel for appraisal. Cost is $5 for one item and $10 for three. Presented by Berlin’s own Town Center Antique, it’s a terrific opportunity to have your antiques appraised while visiting one of our favorite hangouts, the Hotel porch! Grab an orange crush from the bar while you’re there;)
Movie Night, Downtown Berlin
When: Saturday, June 13, 7pm-9pm
Where: Jefferson Street, Berlin
What: Bring a chair and a blanket and enjoy a free movie in America’s Coolest Small Town! Fittingly, the town is showing Runaway Bride, which was filmed in Berlin. Even better, this event is free!
Chincoteague Island Library 20th Anniversary Celebration
When: Saturday, June 13, 3pm-5pm
Where: Chincoteague Island Library
What: You might remember our trip to Chincoteague not too long ago, in which we fell in love with the Eastern Shore of Virginia town all over again. The Chincoteague Island Library is celebrating it’s 20th Anniversary this Saturday from 3pm until 5pm with free activities for the kids, music, tours, refreshments and more. If you’re in the area, stop by!
OC Air Show
When: Saturday and Sunday, June 13 & 14
Where: Boardwalk/Beach in Ocean City, MD
What: The OC Air Show returns! We look forward to this event every year…and for good reason. The high-flying fun lasts all weekend long, with dozens of demonstrations to behold along the beaches in OCMD. This year’s headliners include the Blue Angels! Click for our full article on the event schedule.
OC Car and Truck Show
When: Saturday, June 13 & Sunday, June 14
Where: Convention Center in Ocean City, MD
What: The second weekend in June is shaping up to be a busy one for Ocean City, with the OC Air Show AND the OC Car and Truck Show. The OC Car and Truck Show returns to the Ocean City Convention Center each year, packing two days of automotive events, interactive displays, and vendors. Tickets are sold at the door. For more, visit www.occarshow.com.
OC Beach Lights
When: Sundays, all summer long, 9:30pm, 10pm, and 10:30pm
Where: Ocean City Boardwalk
What: The OC Beach Lights debuted over Memorial Day Weekend, with two patriotic lights shows along the beach. The spectacular continues all summer long with a visual laser, lighting and special effects show that is visible along the boardwalk in OCMD. Each show is approximately 8 minutes in length and free to viewers.
40th Anniversary Party @ Fager’s Island
When: Tuesday, June 16, 3pm-close
Where: Fager’s Island, 60th Street in OCMD
What: Our friends at Fager’s Island have some serious partying to do during the month of June as they celebrate their 40th Anniversary! Of course the bayside bar and restaurant will be celebrating in style with a massive party on June 16th featuring a pig roast with $4 pig roast platters (3-6pm), and Island Rum Punch Bar, and entertainment by Zion Reggae, The Klassix, DJ Batman and DJ Hook.
