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Wilmington and the Brandywine Valley
  • Things to Do
    • 2023 Brandywine Treasure Trail Passport
    • Joe Biden's Wilmington
    • LGBTQ Friendly Wilmington
    • Free Things To Do
    • Mini-Itineraries for Greater Wilmington
    • Wine & Beer Trails
      • Breweries & Wineries
      • Delaware On Tap
      • Vintage Atlantic Wine Region
    • Attractions
      • Riverfront
      • Family Friendly
      • Historical Sites & Mansions
      • Gardens
      • Delaware History Trail
      • Zoos & Nature Centers
      • Museums & Galleries
      • First State National Historical Park
      • Casinos & Gaming
    • Shopping
    • Arts & Entertainment
      • Candlelight Dinner Theater
      • Music & Entertainment
      • Performing Arts
      • Wilmington Arts Blog
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      • Golfing
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      • Scenic Drives
      • Hiking Through History
    • Sports
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      • The Brandywine Valley
      • Wilmington Riverfront
      • Downtown Wilmington
      • Newark, Delaware
      • Historic New Castle
      • Delaware City
      • Historic Odessa and Middletown
      • Trolley Square, Wilmington
  • Events
    • This Weekend
    • Holiday & Winter Events
    • Spring Events
    • Summer Events
    • Fall Events
    • A-10 Women's Basketball Championship
    • Philadelphia Flower Show
    • Ladybug Music Festival
    • Wilmington's Clifford Brown Jazz Festival
    • Maryland 5-Star at Fairhill
    • Submit an Event
  • Eat & Drink
    • Restaurants
      • American
      • Brunch
      • International Cuisine
      • Seafood
    • Breweries, Pubs & Taverns
      • Wilmington Craft Beer Guide
      • Wine & Beer Trails
    • Vintage Atlantic Wine Region
    • Good Taste: Dining Blog
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    • Extended Stays
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    • 2023 Brandywine Treasure Trail Passport
    • Joe Biden's Wilmington
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      • Breweries & Wineries
      • Delaware On Tap
      • Vintage Atlantic Wine Region
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      • Riverfront
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      • Delaware History Trail
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      • First State National Historical Park
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      • Performing Arts
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      • Scenic Drives
      • Hiking Through History
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      • The Brandywine Valley
      • Wilmington Riverfront
      • Downtown Wilmington
      • Newark, Delaware
      • Historic New Castle
      • Delaware City
      • Historic Odessa and Middletown
      • Trolley Square, Wilmington
  • Events
    • This Weekend
    • Holiday & Winter Events
    • Spring Events
    • Summer Events
    • Fall Events
    • A-10 Women's Basketball Championship
    • Philadelphia Flower Show
    • Ladybug Music Festival
    • Wilmington's Clifford Brown Jazz Festival
    • Maryland 5-Star at Fairhill
    • Submit an Event
  • Eat & Drink
    • Restaurants
      • American
      • Brunch
      • International Cuisine
      • Seafood
    • Breweries, Pubs & Taverns
      • Wilmington Craft Beer Guide
      • Wine & Beer Trails
    • Vintage Atlantic Wine Region
    • Good Taste: Dining Blog
  • Places to Stay
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    • Bed & Breakfast
    • Extended Stays
    • Hotel Packages
  • Plan
    • About the Area
      • Universities & Colleges
      • Churches & Places of Worship
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    • Submit a Meeting RFP
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    22 Reasons to Visit Greater Wilmington & the Brandywine Valley in 2022

    By Jessica Horstmann on Dec. 31, 2021

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    Brandywine Zoo, Wilmington, Delaware

    Keep up with the Brandywine Zoo!

    By Jessica Horstmann on Dec. 13, 2021

    The Brandywine Zoo, a Wilmington landmark just on the edge of downtown, has been a staple for generations of Delawareans and visitors alike. In operation for nearly 115 years, the zoo has truly become…

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    River Towns Ride & Festival

    One Ride, Three River Towns

    By Out & About Magazine on Sep. 21, 2021

    With the addition of the Markell Trail in Sept., 2018, the corridor between Delaware City, DE and Wilmington, DE has been a drawing card for regional cyclists. Throw in the Castle Trail, a 16-mile…

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    Dogs Weekend Getaway

    Wilmington, Delaware: A Dogs’ Best Weekend Getaway

    By Jessica Horstmann on Aug. 31, 2021

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    Odessa Brewfest

    Summertime Fun in Greater Wilmington: 8 Amazing Events Still to Come!

    By Jessica Horstmann on Jul. 23, 2021

    Summer in Greater Wilmington is always a season full of adventure and exploration. This year, summer in Wilmington brings gorgeous views and amazing events! 1. BIKE & HIKE & BREWS PRESENTED BY…

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    Rockwood Museum and Park

    Wilmington’s Rockwood Park and Museum Spring Lineup

    By Jessica Horstmann on May. 06, 2021

    The Rockwood Museum has officially reopened its doors for house tours! Come #VisitWilm and check out the refreshed museum display and gardens on the brink of full bloom. Grab your Rockwood tickets in…

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    JAM Trail Wilmington Riverfront

    Delaware Greenways have officially called YOU out for a New Challenge!

    By Jessica Horstmann on May. 05, 2021

    Delaware Greenways is calling out everyone who uses Delaware trails, pathways, and byways to participate in the “Every Day in May” challenge. Delaware Greenways’ Every Day in May Challenge is one we…

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    Kalmar Nickel

    The Tall Ship of Delaware is Set to Sail Again for the 2021 Season

    By Jessica Horstmann on Apr. 21, 2021

    Discover a unique outdoor experience when you sail on board Kalmar Nyckel, the Tall Ship of Delaware. The Kalmar Nyckel provides a unique, hands-on experience at the intersection of adventure and…

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    Wilmington Riverfront

    Greater Wilmington’s Riverfront Neighborhood Turns 25!

    By Jessica Horstmann on Apr. 19, 2021

    Stroll along the Christina River on the scenic 1.3-mile Wilmington Riverfront, and you'll pass something for every mood and every taste, from open green spaces to IMAX movie screens, from world-class…

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    DE Center for Horticulture

    The Delaware Center for Horticulture Walks for Community Health

    By Jessica Horstmann on Mar. 29, 2021

    Soon, the trees will be greener, the gardens will bloom, and the views of Wilmington and the Brandywine Valley will truly flourish. It’s the perfect time of year to opt outside for a hike, a bike ride…

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