Events for May 17, 2026
Youth Fishing Tournament at Alapocas Run
Open to ages 15 and under. Meet at the boathouse for free fishing instruction and other activities from 8:30 – 9 a.m. Fishing tournament will begin at 9 and run […]
Litter Cleanup at Brandywine Zoo
Join the Brandywine Zoo for our monthly litter cleanups! At each cleanup, volunteers and zoo staff will collect and properly dispose of trash around the Zoo and throughout Brandywine Park. […]
Little Nature Explorers (Sunday Session) at Brandywine Zoo
Do you and your child love playing outdoors? This multi-week series allows children aged 2 to 5 and their guardians to make discoveries outdoors together. Each 45-minute class includes nature-based, […]
Pea Patch Island Heron Tour at Fort Delaware
Join Declan O’Neil from the Delaware Ornithological Society, for a birding hike at Pea Patch Island. Enjoy the hernory overlook, and marvel at the nesting wading birds on this wetland […]
Fort Delaware Open to the Public at Fort Delaware
Come out and visit the greatest Civil War site in Delaware! We have several programs going on daily, including artillery demonstrations, tours, and interactive activities. You can also explore the […]
Beach Driving 101 at Cape Henlopen
Park rangers and veteran surf-fisherman will teach you the park rules and guidelines for driving on State Park beaches. Plus, get some tips and tricks for a successful, stuck-free day […]
Dip-Netting Discoveries at Lums Pond
Do you want to know what lives in Lums Pond? Come grab a net and find out! Weather permitting. Pre-Registration required by calling 302-368-6989. Free, with paid park entrance fee.
Going Batty at Killens Pond
What’s that in the sky? Is it a bird or a plane? No, it’s just your favorite flying mammal! Join us as we explore the world of bats: discussing their […]
Pontoon Tour (Reserved Seat) at Alapocas Run
Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the cypress swamp during this 1-hour guided tour aboard our 28-foot pontoon boat. These tickets are for individual seats on the pontoon […]
Rockford Tower Afternoons at Rockford Park
Enjoy views of the City of Wilmington and the surrounding countryside from the top of Rockford Tower. Note: Tower may close if there is inclement weather. Free!