Coastal Delaware comes alive in the summer, offering a vibrant mix of stunning beaches, charming towns, and a lively entertainment scene.
From the energetic shores of Dewey Beach to the serene beauty of the Rehoboth Bay, there's a perfect spot for every summer mood.
To help you out, we've gathered some cool events happening at a few local hotspots.
Bottle & Cork
Known affectionately as “The Bottle” this is a legendary spot that has hosted countless live music performances and lively gatherings over the years.
Its unpretentious and energetic atmosphere makes it a beloved destination for both locals and visitors looking for a good time!
Check their summer events below:
May Events
Friday, May 16, 2025
- 8:30 PM — 11:45 PM: Lilith Fest a Tribute to Lilith Fair
Friday, May 30, 2025
- 9:00 PM — 11:45 PM: So Fetch
June Events
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
- 8:00 PM — 11:00 PM: Chayce Beckham w/ Special Guest Scoot Teasley
Friday, June 6, 2025
- 8:30 PM — 11:59 PM: The Warped Tour Band — A Tribute to Emo/Pop-Punk
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
- 8:00 PM — 11:00 PM: Gavin Degraw
Friday, June 13, 2025
- 8:00 PM — 11:00 PM: Andy Frasco & The U.N. — Growing Pains Tour w/Caleb Hawley
Thursday, June 19, 2025
- 8:00 PM — 11:00 PM: Chris Lane
Friday, June 20, 2025
- 9:00 PM — 12:30 AM: The Legwarmers
Tuesday, June 24, 2025
- 7:00 PM — 11:00 PM: Grateful Dub: a Reggae-infused tribute to the Grateful Dead w/ Roots of Creation
Friday, June 27, 2025
- 8:30 PM — 12:00 AM: Split Decision (Only Show of the Summer in Dewey)
Sunday, June 29, 2025
- 8:00 PM — 11:00 PM: The Bacon Brothers Freestanding Tour
July Events
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
- 8:00 PM — 11:00 PM: Badfish — A Tribute to Sublime
Thursday, July 3, 2025
- 8:00 PM — 11:00 PM: Kashmir — The Spirit of Led Zeppelin Live
Sunday, July 20, 2025
- 8:00 PM — 11:00 PM: Wannabe — A Spice Girls Tribute
Tuesday, July 22, 2025
- 8:00 PM — 11:00 PM: 49 Winchester
Thursday, July 24, 2025
- 8:00 PM — 11:00 PM: Justin Moore
Friday, July 25, 2025
- 8:00 PM — 11:00 PM: Justin Moore
Sunday, July 27, 2025
- 8:00 PM 11:00 PM: Tommy Conwell & The Young Rumblers
Thursday, July 31, 2025
- 8:00 PM — 11:00 PM: Yacht Rock Revue — Yacht Rock Forever Presented by Cann
August Events
Wednesday, August 6, 2025
- 8:00 PM — 11:00 PM Parmalee
Thursday, August 7, 2025
- 8:00 PM — 11:00 PM: Sara Evans Unbroke Tour
Thursday, August 21, 2025
- 8:00 PM — 11:00 PM: Corey Kent
September Events
Tuesday, September 2, 2025
- 8:00 PM — 11:00 PM: Brian Kelley — Sunshine State of Mind Tour
Thursday, September 4, 2025
- 8:00 PM — 11:00 PM: Ole 60 — US Tour 2025
The Light House
The Lighthouse Restaurant in Dewey Beach is a 40-year tradition, known for its fresh, local, and coastal-inspired dishes.
They complement their food with handcrafted cocktails and offer live entertainment.
Here are some of their events and specials this May:
Friday, May 23rd
- Taco Toss With Decade 80
- Lil' Hustle Band (7:00 PM — 10:00 PM)
Saturday, May 24th
- Kingsley On The Sunset Deck (4:00 PM)
- Lowtide (7:00 PM)
- Bryen O'Boyle & Just The Tip On The Sunset Deck (8:00 PM)
Sunday, May 25th
- Steel Drums (4:00 PM)
- Kingsley (7:00 PM)
Friday, May 30th
- Kris V & Richie D (7:00 PM)
Saturday, May 31st
- Lowtide (7:00 PM)
Rusty Rudder
The Rusty Rudder is a beautiful Dewey Beach restaurant featuring a large outdoor deck that overlooks Rehoboth Bay.
Live music is offered on the Rudder deck seven days a week!
May promises a lot of fun, here are their events this month:
Thursday, May 8th
- 5:00 PM: Flat Moon Society
- 9:00 PM: Love Seed Mama Jump
- 9:00 PM: DJ Hector
Friday, May 9th
- 2:00 PM: TBA
- 5:00 PM: Chris Diller Duo
- 9:00 PM: Laura Lea & Tripp Fabulous
- 9:00 PM: DJ Hector
Saturday, May 10th
- 2:00 PM: Keith Mack Duo
- 5:00 PM: Carley Twigg Duo
- 9:00 PM: The Benderz
- 9:00 PM: DJ Spyd3r
Sunday, May 11th
- 2:00 PM: Riley & Sean
- 5:00 PM: Chris Diller Duo
Monday, May 12th
- 4:00 PM: Kono Nation Duo
Tuesday, May 13th
- 4:00 PM: Stealing Savanah Duo
Wednesday, May 14th
- 4:00 PM: Ginger Trio
- 8:00 PM: Laura Lea Duo
Thursday, May 15th
- 5:00 PM: Flat Moon Society
- 9:00 PM: Love Seed Mama Jump
- 9:00 PM: DJ Hector
Friday, May 16th
- 2:00 PM: Rick & Mike
- 5:00 PM: Chris Diller Duo
- 9:00 PM: Stealing Savanah
- 9:00 PM: DJ Hugh
Saturday, May 17th
- 2:00 PM: John & Marc
- 5:00 PM: Carley Twigg Duo
- 9:00 PM: Kono Nation
- 9:00 PM: DJ Spyd3r
Sunday, May 18th
- 2:00 PM: High Five Duo
- 5:00 PM: Riley & Sean
Monday, May 19th
- 4:00 PM: Kono Nation
Tuesday, May 20th
- 4:00 PM: Stealing Savanah Duo
Wednesday, May 21st
- 4:00 PM: Ginger Trio
- 8:00 PM: Laura Lea Duo
Thursday, May 22nd
- 5:00 PM: Flat Moon Society
- 9:00 PM: Love Seed Mama Jump
- 9:00 PM: DJ Hector
The Starboard
The Starboard Restaurant is Dewey's most famous venue, known for fun, great times, good eats, and tremendous service.
Over its 60+ year history, the place has become a home-away-from-home for many Dewey Beach visitors.
Check out their events during May and June below:
May Events
Wednesday, May 7th
- Lost in Paris (10:00 PM)
Friday, May 9th
- Go Go Gadget (10:00 PM)
Saturday, May 10th
- Royals (10:00 PM)
Wednesday, May 14th
- Lost in Paris (10:00 PM)
Friday, May 16th
- Decade 80 (9:45 PM)
Saturday, May 17th
- The 19th Street Band (2:30 PM)
Sunday, May 18th
- Kristen & the Noise (9:45 PM)
Wednesday, May 21st
- Lost in Paris (10:00 PM)
Thursday, May 22nd
- Kristen & the Noise (9:45 PM)
Friday, May 23rd
- The Pips (2:30 PM)
Saturday, May 24th
- Johnny Phatt (2:30 PM)
Sunday, May 25th
- Just the Tip (3:00 PM)
- Kristen & the Noise (9:30 PM)
Monday, May 26th
- Kristen & the Noise (9:45 PM)
Wednesday, May 28th
- Lost in Paris (10:00 PM)
Thursday, May 29th
- Royals (10:00 PM)
Saturday, May 31st
- Lost in Paris (10:00 PM)
June Events
Sunday, June 1st
- Johnny Phatt (2:30 PM)
- Kristen Acoustic (9:45 PM)
Wednesday, June 4th
- Lost in Paris (10:00 PM)
Thursday, June 5th
- Royals (10:00 PM)
Friday, June 6th
- Go Go Gadget (10:00 PM)
Saturday, June 7th
- Just the Tip (10:00 PM)
Sunday, June 8th
- The Pips (2:30 PM)
- Kristen Acoustic (9:45 PM)
Wednesday, June 11th
- Lost in Paris (10:00 PM)
Thursday, June 12th
- Royals (10:00 PM)
Saturday, June 14th
- Teenage Satellites (2:30 PM)
- Kristen & the Noise (10:00 PM)
Sunday, June 15th
- The 19th Street Band (2:30 PM)
- Kristen Acoustic (9:45 PM)
Wednesday, June 18th
- Lost in Paris (10:00 PM)
Thursday, June 19th
- Royals (10:00 PM)
Sunday, June 22nd
- Low Tide Jams (2:30 PM)
- Kristen Acoustic (9:45 PM)
Wednesday, June 25th
- Lost in Paris (10:00 PM)
Thursday, June 26th
- Royals (10:00 PM)
Saturday, June 28th
- RUNNING OF THE BULL
- Kristen & the Noise (12:00 PM)
Sunday, June 29th
- Brandie Sanders (2:30 PM)
- Kristen Acoustic (9:45 PM)
Whether you are looking for an exciting live concert or a relaxing day bay the beach, Coastal Delaware has it all!
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