Need things to do in Delaware in November? Good news: your calendar is about to get very full. From Wednesday, Nov. 4, through Sunday, Nov. 8, the First State serves up indie films, a midweek concert, museum-worthy antiques, free family art and a Renaissance faire where a feathered hat counts as business casual.
Ivan Thomas and Vincenza Carrieri-Russo rounded up all five on Good Morning Delaware. Hit play, then use the cheat sheet below to plan your week.
Things to Do in Delaware in November: This Week at a Glance
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| Outing | When | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Rehoboth Beach International Film Festival | Through Sun., Nov. 8 | $15 members, $18 general |
| Cowboy Junkies at The Queen | Wed., Nov. 4, 7:30 p.m. | See The Queen’s website |
| Delaware Antiques Show | Fri.–Sun., Nov. 6–8 | $29 general admission |
| First Saturday at the Biggs | Sat., Nov. 7, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. | Free |
| Delaware Renaissance Faire | Sat.–Sun., Nov. 7–8, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. | $25 adults, $10 ages 5–15 |
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Rehoboth Beach International Film Festival: Go Full Film Buff
Plot twist: the Rehoboth Beach International Film Festival actually screens its films in Lewes. The 28th annual festival runs through Sunday, Nov. 8, at Cinema Art Theater, Unitarian Universalists of Southern Delaware and Lewes Public Library.
Dozens of screenings fill the schedule, so here’s a starter pack from the main screen at Cinema Art Theater, 17701 Dartmouth Drive:
- Wed., Nov. 4, 8 p.m.: Frampton
- Fri., Nov. 6, 5:20 p.m.: Children of Men, 20th anniversary
- Sat., Nov. 7, 8 p.m.: How to Divorce During the War, an International Oscar contender
- Sun., Nov. 8, 3:10 p.m.: Mahler in New York
Tickets cost $15 for members and $18 for general audiences, and passes are on sale too. See the full lineup on the festival website.
Cowboy Junkies at The Queen in Wilmington: Your Midweek Night Out
Who says a great night out has to wait for Friday? Cowboy Junkies play The Queen in downtown Wilmington on Wednesday, Nov. 4.
The band’s 2026 tour has been billed as a celebration of 40 years, with sets reaching from 1988’s The Trinity Session, the hushed classic famously recorded in a Toronto church, to newer material.
- When: Wednesday, Nov. 4, at 7:30 p.m.
- Where: The Queen, 500 N. Market St., Wilmington
- Tickets: Check The Queen’s website
Delaware Antiques Show: Treasure Hunting on the Riverfront
That clock on your grandmother’s mantel? Its fancier cousin is probably here. More than 60 dealers fill the Chase Center on the Riverfront for Winterthur’s annual Delaware Antiques Show.
Ticket proceeds support Winterthur’s educational work, including free school programs, so your browsing does some good too.
- When: Fri. and Sat., Nov. 6–7, 11 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sun., Nov. 8, 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
- Where: 815 Justison St., Wilmington
- Tickets: $29 general admission, $24 members, $15 students with ID; children under 12 enter free
- Don’t miss: Photographer Simon Upton and interior designer Remy Renzullo present “Photography & Interiors” on Saturday, Nov. 7, from 1 to 2 p.m.
- Can’t wait? The Collector’s Preview runs Thursday, Nov. 5, 6–9 p.m. Tickets cost $250, or $175 for Young Collectors 40 and under.
Get the details from Winterthur.
First Saturday at the Biggs Museum: Free Family Art in Dover
Free. Walk-in. Hands-on. That’s a strong pitch for any Saturday with restless kids.
First Saturday: Family Creative Studio brings a themed art project to the Biggs Museum of American Art each month, with ideas drawn from art, history and culture. All ages are welcome.
- When: Saturday, Nov. 7, 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
- Where: 406 Federal St., Dover
- Cost: Free
- Stay longer: The museum is open Thursday through Sunday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. The Downtown Dover Partnership also lists complimentary admission and a free docent-led tour at 2 p.m. among the Biggs’ first-weekend offerings.
Make it a Dover double-header. The Dover Veterans Day Parade steps off the same morning at 11 a.m.
Delaware Renaissance Faire: Huzzah, It’s Celtic Weekend
Dust off the cape. The Delaware Renaissance Faire reaches its second weekend at Firebase Lloyd in Townsend, and this one is Celtic Weekend. Costumes are optional, but nobody’s going to stop you.
- When: Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 7–8, 10 a.m.–5 p.m., rain or shine
- Where: Firebase Lloyd, Townsend, with the parking entrance at 375 Saw Mill Branch Road
- Tickets: $25 adults, $10 ages 5–15, free under 5, and $20 for veterans, active-duty military and ages 65+. Buy tickets online (fees apply).
- Good to know: Parking is free, outside food and drink aren’t allowed, and the grounds are grassy and uneven, so wear comfortable shoes.
Can’t make it? Fantasy Weekend follows on Nov. 14–15.
Which Things to Do in Delaware in November Fit Your Mood?
- 🎬 Craving popcorn and big ideas? Head to the film festival.
- 🎶 Need a Wednesday rescue? See Cowboy Junkies at The Queen.
- 🏺 Love a good find? Browse the Delaware Antiques Show.
- 🎨 Kids bouncing off the walls? Try First Saturday at the Biggs.
- 🏰 Own a cape, or want one? Join the faire in Townsend.
More Things to Do in Delaware in November
Still have room on the calendar? Kingswood Community Day takes over the new Kingswood Community Center in Wilmington on Saturday, Nov. 7, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free with registration, and DETV will stream it live.
Now settle it: a concert, a movie or a day at the faire? Then find your next outing on our events calendar.
Things to Do in Delaware in November: Quick Answers
What are some things to do in Delaware in November 2026?
From Nov. 4 to Nov. 8, options include the Rehoboth Beach International Film Festival, Cowboy Junkies at The Queen, the Delaware Antiques Show, First Saturday at the Biggs Museum and the Delaware Renaissance Faire.
Where does the Rehoboth Beach International Film Festival take place?
Its 2026 screening venues are in Lewes, including Cinema Art Theater, Unitarian Universalists of Southern Delaware and Lewes Public Library.
When is the Delaware Antiques Show?
The 2026 show runs Nov. 6–8 at the Chase Center on the Riverfront in Wilmington. A ticketed Collector’s Preview takes place Thursday, Nov. 5.
Is First Saturday at the Biggs Museum free?
Yes. First Saturday: Family Creative Studio is a free, walk-in art event for all ages from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 7.
How much are Delaware Renaissance Faire tickets?
Admission is $25 for adults, $10 for ages 5–15 and free for children under 5. Veterans, active-duty military and visitors 65 and older pay $20.
