Now that we've officially made it into spring, it won't be long now before Memorial Day Weekend and the start of the busy season begins at and near the Delaware and Maryland beaches.
Are you ready?
While we've had a taste of warmer temperatures over the last few days, everyone here at the Oldfather Group is certainly ready for the springtime conditions to return, and this time stay for good.
But while we still have a few more weeks until the official start of summer, that doesn't mean we don't have plenty of great events to tell you about while we wait.
Keep reading below for the Oldfather Group's top choices for the weekend of March 22-24 at and near the Delaware and Maryland beaches.
Have a great weekend everyone!
Dogfish Head Weekend of Compelling Ales and Spirits (March 22-24)
The fun-loving folks at the Dogfish Head Brewery in Milton are at it again this weekend with their latest community event, this time celebrating the 2024 Weekend of Compelling Ales and Spirits.
Scheduled for Friday to Sunday, March 22-24, this event centers around the brewery and its "new beers, cocktails, food pairing, and so much more."
Food pairings are provided by both the Dogfish Brewing and Eats and its sister restaurant, Chesapeake & Maine.
General admission, designated driver, and brunch tickets are all available, as well as specials on rooms at the Dogfish Inn in downtown Lewes.
Purchase tickets and learn more by visiting the event website here.
Schellville Easter Eggstravaganza (March 23-24)
The popular Schellville complex just off Route 1 in Rehoboth Beach will again be alive with activity this weekend, with this Easter-themed festival wrapping up its 2024 run on March 23-24.
Plan on celebrating at this family-friendly site near the beach. Planned events and activities include Easter Egg hunts, face painting, character meet and greets, kids' games, and much more.
The Easter Bunny will also be on-site for special appearances and photo ops.
Learn more about the Schellville Easter Eggstravaganza at schellbrothers.com.
Mid-Atlantic Guitar Show & Swap Meet (March 22-23)
This event is sponsored and coordinated by the Frantic Music Project and will be held at the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center on Friday and Saturday, March 22 and 23.
More than two dozen exhibitors are scheduled for this event, which focuses on all things guitars and guitar equipment.
The cocktail reception runs from 5:30 until 7 p.m. on Friday night and features food from the Harbour Restaurant at Canal Square, beverages by Beach Time Distilling and Dewey Beer Company, and live music from the Williams Brothers.
The show on Saturday runs from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. Tickets are $10 per person if purchased online and $20 if purchased on-site the day of the event.
Learn more at franticmusic.org.
