SeaWitchFestival.com30th Anniversary OctoberOctober 25-27, 2019 23-25, · SeaWitchFestival.com 2015 Produced by the Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center
Sea Witch® Program: Table of Contents
Artisan & Vendor Map & Info, Inside ...... 7-9 Old Fashioned Kids Beach Games ...... 14 Artisan & Vendor Map & Info, Outside ...... 6, 8-9 “Official” Sea Witch® Vittles ...... 52 Balloon Twisting ...... 18 Parking Information & Satellite Locations ...... 2-5 Broom Tossing Contest ...... 14 Photos of Past Festivals ...... 22, 48, 50-51 Bubble Boo & Puppies Too ...... 11 Pony Rides on the Beach ...... 15 Choo Choo Express...... 11 Race - Sea Witch® 5K Fall Classic ...... 18 Costume Parade Info & Route ...... 2-3 Raffle - Sea Witch® 50/50 ...... 14 Dog Costume Parade Info & Route ...... 19 Rehoboth Beach Museum Activities ...... 12 Fall Fun at the Sussex Family YMCA ...... 11 Restroom Locations ...... 2-3 Fantasy Trail at Cape Henlopen State Park ...... 16 Satellite Locations & Parking Information ...... 2-5 First Aid Stations ...... 3, 5 Scales & Tales ...... 18 Great Grub Fest ...... 16 Schedule of Events & Activities ...... 23-29 Hayrides ...... 15 Sea Witch® Hunt ...... 14 Haunted Bonfire & Graveyard Trail, Dewey ...... 12 Souvenir Sales (Shirts, Pins, Hats, etc.) ...... 17 History of Sea Witch® Balloon & Festival Name ...... 49 Sponsor Ads ...... 32-48 & Covers Horse Show on the Beach ...... 15 Sponsor Thank You & Recognition ...... 30-31 Kid’s Corner at the Convention Center ...... 10 Trick or Treat Bag Decorating ...... 10 Kid’s Zone at First Street Station ...... 13 Trick or Treat, Dewey Beach ...... 12 Lantern Tours ...... 16 Trick or Treat, Downtown Rehoboth Beach ...... 15 Live Music at Bandstand ...... 20-22 Tyke Bike Roll on the Boardwalk ...... 11 Lost & Found Information ...... 3 Webfooters Walk & Bike ...... 18 Magic Shows ...... 10 Whale Treasure Trail ...... 18 Monster Art ...... 10 Woodland String Band/Mummers ...... 13
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Mark your calendar for the 31st Annual Sea Witch® Festival . . . October 23-25, 2020! Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center 1 CCostume Parade kicks off Saturday, Oct. 26th at 11AM Sea Witch® Festival: Costume Parade Info PARKING RESTRICTIONS. Crowd control fencing on MOTORIZED PARADE FLOATS/VEHICLES & GROUPS. both sides of Rehoboth Avenue will be in place beginning A maximum of fifty (50) pre-registered motorized vehicles, on Saturday, October 26th at 2AM. Posted signage will floats, and groups of 20+ will begin lining up at 330 indicate prohibited parking areas. Abiding by signage Rehoboth Avenue (Lockwood Design & Construction) and is a must. Police have the authority to ticket or tow State Road at 9AM. Parade motorized vehicles must travel vehicles in non-authorized areas. At the owners in a straight line only. For safety reasons...candy, beads, expense, cars will be towed to Coastal Towing etc. may not be thrown from rolling/motorized vehicles, located at 33012 Cedar Grove Road, Lewes, DE but may be handed to spectators. The merged groups will 19958. 302-645-6300. Parking on Rehoboth proceed east on Rehoboth Avenue (toward the Bandstand) Avenue is not recommended. Adjacent side streets and continue on the Avenue westward. The motorized within the City can be utilized for parking. (See map on vehicles will continue out of town at the end of the parade page 5). and all bands and walkers will end at 4th Street. (See map on page 3). REHOBOTH AVENUE & STREET CLOSURES. ARRIVE EARLY...before 9AM!!! Rehoboth Avenue will be closed GRAND MARSHALS. This year’s parade will be led by the to all traffic on Saturday, October 26th at 2AM and will 2017 Business of the Year, Fins Hospitality Group and reopen immediately following the costume parade and the 2018 Business of the Year, Browseabout Books. They fence removal (approximately between 2-3PM). 1st Street will be followed by the Sea Witch® Clipper Ship which is and 2nd Street can be utilized to cross over Rehoboth pirated by the Stewart Family. Avenue prior to 9AM. After 9AM, adjacent streets within the City can be utilized for parking and/or drop off for AWARDS. Costumed walkers are judged during the spectators & walking parade participants. parade as they pass the parade judges’ stand. All walkers receive a parade ribbon at registration. The top 25 COSTUME WALKING PARADE REGISTRATION, DROP costumed walkers, top 10 motorized vehicles and the OFF AND LINE-UP. Costumed public is welcome to enter judges’ favorite bands will receive trophies. Winners will the walking section of the Parade and Costume Contest. be posted and trophies will be available for pick up Registration for the costume parade is donation based at the Information Table Area after 2PM on Saturday, and will take place on Saturday, October 26th beginning October 26th. Winners will be posted on Beach-Fun.com at 9AM. Registration will be held on the Grub Kitchen no later than 5PM on Monday, October 28th. parking lot at 305 Rehoboth Avenue. (People Only: No pets, livestock, wild animals or reptiles). Costumed parade PARADE ON TV. The costume parade will be televised walkers will register and line up on 4th Street (adjacent live on Saturday, October 26th beginning at 10:30AM on to Grub Kitchen). The costume parade will begin at 4th WRDE NBC Coast TV. Street. The parade steps off at 11AM. Mobile restroom PARADE BAD WEATHER PLAN. In the event of unsafe facilities will be available during registration and until the weather causing cancellation of the costume parade on end of the parade on the El Jefe Gordo restaurant parking Saturday (or other activities during the festival) notification lot at 251 Rehoboth Ave. (See diagrams on pages 3 & 5). will be posted to the Chamber’s Facebook & Instagram pages and recorded updates will be available at 302-227- FULL PARADE ROUTE. The walkers will lead the parade 6446. THERE IS NO SCHEDULED RAIN DATE FOR from 4th Street and enter Rehoboth Avenue headed west THE COSTUME PARADE DUE TO LOGISTICAL AND to State Road then turn left on Rehoboth Avenue headed CONTRACTUAL OBLIGATIONS. See note below. If east and then turn at the Bandstand to return to 4th parade is cancelled, pictures can be submitted to Street. Motorized vehicles join & follow the walkers on [email protected] no later than November 1, 2019 the parade route at State Road. (See map on page 3). for judging.
Note. Factors that can lead to costume parade cancellation include: high winds, lightning, heavy rain and flooding. Due to the timeframe needed to place parade safety fencing along Rehoboth Avenue, cancellation must be determined no later than Noon on Friday, October 25th prior to the placement of the fencing. Cancellation of the costume parade does not cancel other festival activities. 2 30th Annual Sea Witch® Festival CCostume Parade kicks off Saturday, Oct. 26th at 11AM
Costume Parade Route ARRIVE EARLY... before 9AM!
Rehoboth Avenue will be closed to ALL traffic Saturday, October 26th from 2AM until the Costume Parade fencing is removed.
See pages 2-5 for important parking information!
Sea Witch® Festival: General Info
PARKING INFORMATION, SATELLITE LOCATIONS INCLEMENT WEATHER. For information on weather & PICK-UP/DROP-OFF LOCATION. See pages 2-5 related cancellations and/or postponement of festival for parking information, satellite locations, and pick-up/ events, call the Chamber at 302-227-6446 for recorded drop-off location. For handicap drop-off, use updates. Updates will also be posted on the Chamber’s Wilmington Avenue or Baltimore Avenue at the Facebook & Instagram pages. Also see schedule of Boardwalk. activities on pages 23-29 for activity rain locations. Don’t forget to bring your slickers & umbrellas in case of magic RESTROOMS. Permanent public restrooms are located rain. There are no parade rain dates due to logistical, at the Bandstand & Rehoboth Avenue, the Boardwalk & contractual, safety and fencing requirements. Baltimore Avenue, the Boardwalk & Delaware Avenue, the Convention Center and Grove Park. Mobile restrooms are LOST & FOUND. For lost children and/or items, report located at the El Jefe Gordo restaurant parking lot, 251 to the Information Table at the Rehoboth Beach Bandstand Rehoboth Avenue on Saturday only from 8AM until the end for assistance. (Rain Location: Convention Center at of the costume parade. 229 Rehoboth Ave). Unclaimed items are taken to the Rehoboth Beach Police Station at the end of the Festival. FIRST AID STATIONS. Sussex County Emergency Medical Services will have a mobile first aid station at the end of WINNERS & RESULTS. For winner results, stop by the Rehoboth Ave & the Boardwalk on Friday, October 25th Information Table at the Rehoboth Bandstand during from 2:30PM-4PM and a station outside of the Rehoboth Festival Hours (Rain Location: Convention Center at Fire Hall (219 Rehoboth Ave) on Saturday from 8AM-6PM. 229 Rehoboth Ave). Winners & contest results will also First Aid is also available at the Rehoboth Beach Fire be posted on Beach-Fun.com no later than 5PM on Station during all festival hours. Monday, October 28th.
Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center 3 Satellite Parking & Shuttle Service Information
If Traveling From The North . . . Use DART • Parking will be free at the following DART Park & Ride locations: - Rehoboth Beach Park & Ride: Coastal Highway & Shuttle Road - Lewes Park & Ride: 17616 Coastal Highway • Transportation available on Saturday, October 26th from 7AM to 11PM. • Riders pay $2.00 for a one-way ride; $4.20 for a full day pass. Download DART Pass to easily purchase your fare using your phone for quick boarding. • DART's pick-up and drop-off location for festival goers will be at Lake Avenue by the Henlopen Hotel at the Boardwalk. • DART’s buses are equipped with wheelchair lifts. Service animals only.
If Traveling From The South . . . Use Jolly Trolley • Parking will be free at Tower Road (Oceanside), Delaware Seashore State Park. Pick-up and drop-off located at restroom pavilion. • Roundtrip, continuous shuttles on Saturday, October 26th from 8AM to 8PM. • Stops located at Original Jolly Trolley Stops in Mid-Dewey Beach and anywhere along event route. • Adults $3.00 one-way or $5.00 roundtrip; Kids 5 years and under $1.00 each way. • Jolly Trolley’s pick-up and drop-off location for festival goers will be at Lake Avenue by the Henlopen Hotel at the Boardwalk. • Track vehicles live at JollyTrolley.com. • Non-Handicap Accessible. Service animals only. Please Note: DART buses only are handicap accessible. There are no chair lifts on the Jolly Trolley. (There is a ½ mile walk down the Boardwalk to the Bandstand area from the Downtown Henlopen Hotel pick-up/drop-off location). 4 30th Annual Sea Witch® Festival Rehoboth Beach-Dewey BeachChamber ofCommerce &Visitors Center
Rehoboth Avenue will be closed to traffic on Saturday, October 26, 2019 from 2AM until the Costume Parade fencing is removed. Downtown RehobothBeachCostumeParade&ParkingInfo Costume Parade Route on Pages 2-3 Entrance to One Square Mile Closed to traffic Dog Parade Route on Page 19 Downtown Rehoboth Beach Parking restriction Vehicle route for costume parade walker drop off Costume walker route to parade registration Rehoboth Ave to Close at 2AM Crossing access prior to 9AM RT. ONE/COASTAL HWY on 10/26/19 Access routes & free parking Parade start for costumed walkers only
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Bandstand & Info Table 5 Artisan & Vendor Map · Downtown Rehoboth Bandstand Area
#21 - Karen #19 & #20 - Williams #22 & #23 - & The Nut Blacksmithing #24 - SLM Gifts #18 - Ray’s #17 - Wraps Roasted Corn Bakery and Pasqualini’s Sand Art
#25 - The Great #16 - The Ice Cream Store/Peppers STEMporium WBOC #15 - Grandpa Mac & WRDE #26 - Envirotech (Sat. Only) #14 - Philly Soft Pretzel
#13 - The Point Coffee House & Bake Shoppe #27 - Little Green Frog BANDSTAND #12 - Unique Pewter Live Entertainment sspsponsoredpononssoorered bbyy #28 - Pierpont’s Creations #11 - Dave Newcomer Carved Wooden Fish #29 - Salty Paws
#10 - Megaladon Shark Teeth
#9 - M&M Links Jewelry #30 & #31 - On the Rebound Bulldog Rescue
#8 - Harpster Designs #32 - Tailbangers
#7 - Yan’s Art Studio SEATING AREA #6 - Sunset Ridge Designs #33 - Jersey Girl License Plate Art #34 - Totes of the Town #5 - Eastern Shore Wood Designs
#1, #2, #3 & #4 - ASAP Apparel, #35 - Oil Creations by Gail LLC OfficialGear Festival #42, #43, & #44 - Bethany Blues #36 - L.E.H. Soap Company Sound by Chris Mal
#37 - Secrets of the Universe
#38 - Gourds by Doug & Denise Luckenbaugh
#39 - Wings To Go Dewey
#40 & #41 - Little House Candles Kid’s Zone by SchellS Brothers at Scales &
Tales (Sun) Tales First Street Station (Reh Ave & S. First St) Clue Keeper Info Table, (Sat) Kids Treasure Sales, Programs Balloon Twisting Hunt (Sun) & 50/50 Raffle (Sun) As of 9/13/2019. Subject to Change.
6 30th Annual Sea Witch® Festival Indoor Artisans & Vendors · Rehoboth Beach Convention Center
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New for 2019! There will be an expanded Artisan & Vendor Area in the Convention Center located at 229 Rehoboth Avenue...just a block from the Bandstand, on the side of City Hall next to the Fire Station. There is no admission fee to browse or shop! Show hours are: Friday from 1-6PM and Saturday & Sunday from 10AM-5PM
Shop 30+ booths with handmade products and enjoy sandwiches, baked goods and beverages by Pasqualini’s Bakery. Below are vendors confirmed at time of print.
Arzinger Design J.L. Schlegel Art ASAP Screenprinting Jac & Jo Designs Blazing Bella Balsamic John Cooley LLC, Cooley Ceramics C Glass Sisters Kim Bemis Photography Cape Treasure Lucky Girl Chris Rogahn, Glass & Metal Artist Meghan’s Collection, LLC Deesigns by Deena LLC Mystic Impressions Edible Birdhouses P2 Ware Art Tile The Fairy Potter Pasqualini’s Bakery Goin’ In Style LLC Silver Whimsies Jewelry Happyrock Pottery Step by Stepping Stones The Inspired gARTen Collection Tish Brey Photography
Plus, check out the Kid’s Corner in the Convention Center sponsored by Garrison Homes . . . see page 10 for details!
Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center 7 Sampling of Festival’s Artisans & Vendors The Fairy Potter. Specializing in Yan’s Art Studio. hand built, hand glazed white clay Metal works, copper, wall and porcelain Fairy Cottages. sculptures, and ornaments. www.thefairypotter.com. Bandstand Vendor Convention Center Vendor
Step by Stepping Stones. Concrete stepping stones and Totes of the Town. tables as well as crushed glass Handcrafted coastal and and resin wall art. seasonal tote bags and pillows Convention Center Vendor for the home, and unique custom products for pets. Meghan’s Collection, LLC. www.totesofthetown1.com Handmade items inspired by the Bandstand Vendor ocean! Home Decor, Delaware Happyrock Pottery. cutouts and fun magnets. Hand built and wheel thrown. Facebook @meghanscollectionllc [email protected] Convention Center Vendor Convention Center Vendor Edible Birdhouses. Handmade, edible, re-seedable birdhouses. www.ediblebirdhouses.com Convention Center Vendor P2 Ware Art Tile. Hand carved ceramic art tile. Tish Brey Photography. Enjoy [email protected] the new look of nature with Instagram: Patriciatolton photography printed on metal. Convention Center Vendor www.tishbrey.smugmug.com Convention Center Vendor
M&M Links Jewelry. Handmade Arzinger Design. Coastal inspired jewelry from stones, wood, shell, handmade jewelry including “Boot glass, and various metals. Bling” and Halloween bracelets. www.m2mlinks.com www.arzingerjewelry.com IG & FB @mandmlinks Convention Center Vendor Bandstand Vendor Blazing Bella Balsamic. Flavor SLM Gifts. Unique metal garden infused olive oils and balsamic yard, nautical and holiday art. vinegars. www.blazingbella.com Handmade in the USA! Convention Center Vendor www.uniquemetalgardenart.com Bandstand Vendor J.L. Schlegel Art. Watercolor paintings, giclee prints, and handpainted wine glasses. www.etsy.com/shop/jlschlegelart Convention Center Vendor
8 30th Annual Sea Witch® Festival Sampling of Festival’s Artisans & Vendors
Touch Tank by Envirotech. Learn Philly Pretzel Factory. Soft pretzels about our coastal ecosystem and and pretzel dogs. experience it first hand at the touch Bandstand Vendor tank. www.envirotechecinc.com. Bandstand Vendor
Little Green Frog. Paint a Salty Paws. Dog ice cream and figurine and make your own bakery. www.saltypawsrb.com candle. Bandstand Vendor Bandstand Vendor
Pasqualini’s Bakery. The Great STEMporium. Baked goods and coffee. Learn how to make your Bandstand Vendor own Halloween Slime. Sandwiches, soup, hot $5 fee. dogs, fruit salad, www.greatstem.com beverages & baked goods. Bandstand Vendor Convention Center Vendor
Williams Wings to Go & Roasted Blacksmithing. Corn. Boneless wings Mark has been a with sauces and chicken permanent fixture since tenders. Plus, check out the early years of the their roasted corn booth! festival! Bandstand Vendor Bandstand Vendor Grandpa Mac. Karen & the Nut. Mac & Cheese, Chili, Hot Dogs, Cinnamon glazed and Chips, Cookies and Drinks. roasted almonds, pecans www.grandpamac.com and cashews. Bandstand Vendor Bandstand Vendor ASAP Printing. The official retailer of Sea ® Bethany Blues. Witch Gear. Adult and Brisket & pork sandwiches, youth t-shirts, sweatshirts, ribs, cole slaw, cornbread, hats, stickers, lanyards, chips and soda. bags and more! www.bethanyblues.com Bandstand Vendor Multiple locations throughout Rehoboth... The Point Coffee House & see page 17. Bake Shoppe. Baked goods, www.asapstuff.com coffee and hot chocolate. www.thepointcoffee.com Bandstand Vendor and Bandstand Vendor Convention Center Vendor Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center 9 NEW! Kid’s Corner sponsored by Garrison Homes Friday, Saturday and Sunday in the Convention Center...Activities and Schedule Below! Check out the Kid’s Corner while you are shopping at the Indoor Artisan & Vendor Show! The Kid’s Corner will be located inside the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center at 229 Rehoboth Avenue and will be open Friday from 1-6PM and Saturday and Sunday from 10AM-5PM. Free admission. Activities are while supplies last. Rain or Shine. Spooky Science Fun with Trick or Treat Bag Decorating The Great STEMporium Friday · 1-6PM Friday · 1-6PM Saturday & Sunday · 10AM-5PM Saturday & Sunday · 10AM-5PM Decorate your very own official Sea Witch® Festival Trick or Treat Bag! While supplies The Great STEMporium will be “experimenting” with these last. No fee; donation based. fun Halloween inspired activities. While supplies last. · Exploring creepy crawlers under a microscope. No fee. PS...Trick or Treating will take place in · Creating a Halloween binary code necklace. $10 fee. Dewey Beach on Friday and in Downtown · Building one-eyed bristle bots. $10 fee. Rehoboth Beach on Saturday both from 6:30-7:30PM. Plus, stop by their booth around the Bandstand Vendor Area for Halloween Slime ($5)! Monster Art Magic Shows with Jack Noel Friday · 1-6PM Saturday · 1:30-2PM & 2:30-3PM Saturday & Sunday · 10AM-5PM Sunday · 11:30AM-Noon & 12:30-1PM Let your creative side show! Draw your favorite fall inspired Let your mind be amazed with magic tricks by Jack Noel art...pumpkins, scarecrows, monsters and more! Paper and (who has been a part of the festival for many years!) markers provided. No fee; donation based.
Visit the Kid’s Corner sponsor, Garrison Homes at their table and online at www.garrisonhomes.com.
Pasqualini’s Bakery will be selling sandwiches, baked goods and beverages.
Official Sea Witch® Event Gear will be available for purchase as well as 50/50 Raffle Tickets.
10 30th Annual Sea Witch® Festival NEW! Bubble Boo & Puppies Too! Tyke Bike Roll on the Boardwalk Friday, October 25th · 1-3PM Friday, October 25th · 2:30-4PM Festival fun starts on Friday! Bring the family and join the Calling all tykes with bikes, trikes, big wheels, foot powered fun around the Rehoboth Beach Bandstand located at the rollers, and wagons! Join us where Rehoboth Avenue meets the end of Rehoboth Avenue. No fee. Weather Dependent. Boardwalk! Registration begins at 2:30PM and the biking starts at 3PM. Tykes will take a short roll on the Boardwalk from the Bandstand to Grotto Pizza. Wear your helmet! Ages 8 and under. · Bubbles and kid-friendly activities sponsored by the Donation based. Weather Dependent. Rehoboth Toy & Kite Co. · Give the ultimate treat . . . a forever home for your new Sponsored by Kid’s Cottage furry friend! Pet adoptions by the Brandywine Valley SPCA & the Delaware Humane Association. Choo Choo Train Express Friday, October 25th · 4-6PM Sponsored by DISCOVER Bank, enjoy free musical All Aboard!! Kids can ride on the Choo Choo Express with entertainment at the Bandstand! Engineer Larry & Conductor Rachel through Grove Park, 501 Rehoboth Avenue. Riders receive a ribbon and train whistle · Jr. Wilson & Chatty: 12:30-2:30PM and 3:30-5:30PM (while supplies last). Ages 2-7. Donation based. Weather · Blue Cat Blues Band: 7-9PM Dependent.
Sponsored by Sweet Frog Frozen Yogurt Fall Fun at the YMCA Friday, October 25th · Starts at 6:30-8PM Make plans to participate in the Sussex County Family YMCA’s fall fun night! Enjoy games, crafts, Trunk or Treat and more. Trunk or Treat starts at 6:30PM while supplies last. No fee, donations accepted. Rain or Shine. The Sussex County Family YMCA is located at 20080 Church Street in Rehoboth Beach. For more information, call 302-296-9622.
Sponsored by Sussex County Family YMCA Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center 11 Sea Witch® Through The Years Dewey Beach Trick or Treat Friday, October 25th · 10AM-4PM Friday, October 25th · 6:30-7:30PM Saturday, October 26th · 11AM-3PM Trick or Treat also in Downtown Rehoboth Beach on Sunday, October 27th · 11AM-3PM Saturday from 6:30-7:30PM! The Rehoboth Beach Museum (511 Rehoboth Avenue) will feature Calling all ghosts, ghouls and goblins. Trick or Treat opportunity the history of the Sea Witch® Festival! Exhibit includes a collection with local Dewey Beach businesses. Look for Trick or Treat signs of event souvenirs including t-shirts, pins, posters, ribbons, in storefront windows. Rain or Moonlight. No Fee. When trick programs and pictures. Admission is by donation. Rain or Shine. or treating...BE SAFE! Please use crosswalks and reflective clothing is encouraged.
Jolly Trolley Magical History Tours Sponsored by Dewey Business Partnership Friday, October 25th · 9AM & 11AM Haunted Bonfire Beach Party and Tour historic sites of downtown Rehoboth Beach on the historic Jolly Trolley with a tour guide. Meet at the Anna Hazzard Tent Creepy Grave Yard Trail House at 17 Christian Street. $10 per person, cash only payable Friday, October 25th · 7-8:30PM upon boarding the trolley. Reservations required; call 302-227- Join the fun at the Haunted Bonfire Beach Party and Creepy Grave 7310. Rain or Shine. Yard Trail on Dewey Beach! Located at Dagsworthy Avenue and the Beach. Weather Dependent. Free event and free parking! Indoor Scavenger Hunt Sponsored by Dewey Business Partnership Friday, October 25th · 5-6PM Indoor Scavenger Hunt for children 12 and under at the Rehoboth Beach Museum (511 Rehoboth Avenue). No Fee. Rain or Shine. SMILE A Horrible Film Night at the Museum Saturday, October 26th · 7-8:30PM You Could Be On TV! The Rehoboth Beach Museum located at 511 Rehoboth Avenue will show a classic horror film with a post film discussion on WRDE NBC Coast TV, Official Megaa favorite scary scenes from different classic movies. Call 302-227- Monster Sponsor, will be airing thee 7310 to reserve a seat. No fee. Rain or Shine. Costume Parade LIVE on TV! Saturday, October 26th at 10:30AM 12 30th Annual Sea Witch® Festivaltiv Woodland String Band A little less conversation . . . Saturday, October 26th · During Parade a little more costumes please! and on the Boards after the Parade Saturday, October 26th · During Parade The Woodland String Band/Mummers were established in February 1926 and have competed in the annual The emcee for Saturday’s Costume Philadelphia Mummers Parade every New Year’s Day since Parade is Frank Raines, aka “The January 1, 1927. Woodland originated in the Southwest Dewey Elvis”. Frank has been a section of Philadelphia and moved to its current location on professional entertainer for 45 years. “Two Street” in the heart of “Mummers Row” in July of 1990. He has performed as one of the Visit www.woodlandstringband.com for info. country’s best Elvis Tribute Artists for the past 25 years, across the United The band will perform Saturday, October 26th during the States (including the White House twice) and around the Costume Parade and randomly afterwards on the Boardwalk. world. A professional host, producer, musician and actor, Weather Dependent. he has been a member of SAG/AFTRA for nearly 20 years. Currently, you can find him all over the Delaware & Sponsored by Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce Maryland area, and often in the Rehoboth & Dewey area with his “Frank, Elvis & Raines” show, entertaining with a dinner set of Sinatra, Darin, Buble & 60’s-70’s dinner style music, an “Elvis Lives!” second set, and a fun, danceable, party set to finish the evening. More information at www.frankraines.com. Weather Dependent.
Kid’s Zone at First Street Station Saturday, October 26th · 10AM-5PM and Sunday, October 27th · 10AM-5PM
Kid’s Zone sponsored by Schell Brothers. Kids Craft Zone, face painting, pumpkin decoration, balloon animals, photo opportunities and kid-friendly spooky house! Located at First Street Station on the corners of Rehoboth Avenue and South First Street. No fee. While supplies last. Weather Dependent.
Sponsored by Schell Brothers
Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center 13 Old Fashioned Kid’s Beach Games Sea Witch® Hunt Saturday, October 26th · Beginning at 2PM Saturday, October 26th · 1-5PM Games will be held on the Beach at Baltimore Avenue on Find her and you could win $200 at the Sea Witch® Hunt! Saturday beginning at 2PM. No fee and everyone receives a Those who have both the hunting skills and stamina, must ribbon! Weather Dependent. Individual games sponsored by: first check in with the official Clue Keeper and pick up a Hula Twist Off 100+ clue site location list. Hunters travel from site to site Weis Markets to view the clues. Remember the clues are in no particular order. With the aid of the clues, hunters take their best Pretend Peanut on the Nose Race guess as to where the invisible Sea Witch® is hidden. Tidemark Federal Credit Union Knee Knob Wobble All guesses must be turned in by 5PM on Saturday! The RE/MAX Rental Division earliest correct guess submitted to the Clue Keeper wins Slippery Swords $200! The hiding site and winner are announced at 2PM Pirates of Lewes Expeditions on Sunday at the Rehoboth Beach Bandstand (weather permitting). Our Official Volunteer Clue Keeper will Noggin Joggin be located at the Information Table at the Rehoboth Fairfield Inn & Suites Bandstand. (Rain Location: Rehoboth Beach Convention Monster Stomp Center). Donation based. Tidemark Federal Credit Union Sponsored by WRDE NBC Coast TV Broom Tossing Contest ® Saturday, October 26th · 3PM Sea Witch 50/50 Raffle Friday, Saturday & Sunday All age based categories get a chance to toss their numbered broom on the beach, with the longest distance 50/50 raffle tickets are $1 per ticket; $5 for six tickets. winning and earning bragging rights! Participants can’t The lucky winner will be contacted via email or phone! wait to walk away with a ribbon, proclaiming them a broom Tickets available at: tosser. The contest is held on the beach at Baltimore Visitors Center: Fri. from 10AM-5PM Avenue. All ages. No Fee. Weather Dependent. Convention Center: Fri. (1-6PM) and Sat. & Sun. (10AM-5PM) Info Table at Bandstand: Sat. & Sun. (10AM-5PM) Sponsored by Beach Vacuums 14 30th Annual Sea Witch® Festival Pony Rides on the Beach Horse Shows on the Beach Saturday, October 26th · 10AM-4PM Saturday, October 26th · 4PM Sunday, October 27th · 10AM-4PM Sunday, October 27th · 4PM
Pony Rides are available on the beach at Wilmington Horse Shows on the Beach by the Maryland Rough Riders on Avenue. Pony Rides by Small Wonder Pony Club from Saturday and Sunday beginning at 4PM are a favorite. The Winswept Stables. $5.00 Fee. Weather Dependent. shows will take place on the beach near the Bandstand area and can be viewed from the Boardwalk. The Rough Riders Sponsored by Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce consist of riders and ropers that provide a choreographed performance to music. No fee. Weather dependent.
Sponsored by the Country Club Estates Property Rehoboth Beach Hayrides Owners Association Saturday, October 26th · 1:30-5PM Sunday, October 27th · 1:30-5PM Downtown Rehoboth Beach Trick or Treat Enjoy a fall hayride by R and B Ranch on the side streets of Saturday, October 26th · 6:30-7:30PM Downtown Rehoboth Beach. Tickets can be purchased at the Chamber of Commerce Visitors Center, 501 Rehoboth Calling all ghosts, ghouls and goblins! Trick or Treat oppor- Avenue. Boarding is adjacent to the Visitors Center at Grove tunities with local Downtown Rehoboth Beach merchants. Park. The hayrides run from 1:30-5PM on both Saturday Look for Trick or Treat signs in storefront windows. Rain and Sunday. Weather Dependent. Hayride Prices: Children or Moonlight. No Fee. When Trick or Treating...BE SAFE! under 12 - $2.00; Adults - $5.00. Please use crosswalks and reflective clothing is encouraged.
Sponsored by Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce Sponsored by Downtown Rehoboth Beach Business Community You could win this handmade, one of a kind Gourd! Raffle tickets are $5 each and will be on sale during the Festival! Tickets will be available at the Convention Center on Friday from 1-6PM and Saturday & Sunday from 10AM-5PM and at the Information Table in front of the Bandstand on Saturday and Sunday from 10AM-5PM. Winner will be contacted via phone or email the week following the festival.
Gourd handmade by Doug and Denise Luckenbaugh with approval from the Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce.
Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center 15 The Great Grub Fest Sunset Bridge Walk Saturday, October 26th Friday, October 25th · 4PM No Fee to participate! Indian River Life-Saving Station, 20539 Coastal Highway. Hike to the top of the Indian River Inlet bridge just in time The Cultured Pearl Restaurant • 301 Rehoboth Avenue to catch the sun setting over the Indian River Bay. A Park Guess How Many Candy Corns? Saturday, 11AM - 3PM. Rain or Interpreter will lead the way, pointing out bridge features Shine. $100 gift card to winner. Winner notified via phone. and explaining how the inlet has changed over the last 100 The Shops at The Pearl Mall • 301 Rehoboth Avenue years. Pre-registration required; call 302-227-6991. Use magnetic bamboo rods to catch a prize winning fish in the $6/person. Weather Dependent. Koi Pond. Saturday from 11AM - 3PM. Rain or Shine. Lantern Tours Grub Kitchen • 305 Rehoboth Avenue Parking Lot Friday, October 25th · 7PM Guess the weight of the Giant Pumpkin. Saturday from 10AM - 4PM. Rain or Shine. Winner receives a $50 gift card. Winner Saturday, October 26th · 7PM & 7:30PM notified via phone. Indian River Life-Saving Station, 20539 Coastal Highway. Explore the daily lives of the surfmen and what they went Pumpkin Seed Spitting Contest. Saturday at 3PM. Rain date: through to save shipwreck victims off the Delaware Coast. A Sunday at 3PM. Top prize awarded to winner in both adult & 1.5 hour guided museum tour is followed by local tales and child age group. Winners receive $25 gift card. a venture out onto the beach where they performed their nightly patrols. Pre-registration required; call 302-227- Pumpkin Pie Eating Contest. Saturday at 4PM. Rain date: 6991. $10/person. Rain or Shine. Sunday at 4PM. Top prize awarded to winner in both adult & child age group. Winners receive $25 gift card. Forgotten Stories of the Sand Sunday, October 27th · 10AM Indian River Life-Saving Station, 20539 Coastal Highway. Children’s Fantasy Trail People have been visiting the beaches at the park for Friday, Oct. 25th & Saturday, Oct. 26th · 6-8PM decades, but there’s more than crowds of beach-goers Sunday, October 27th · 6-7:30PM turning up at the shore. Just what is the story behind the Cape Henlopen State Park, 15099 Cape Henlopen Drive, rusty nails & washers, the pieces of sea glass, and the Lewes. Wear your costume and trick-or-treat with story copper coins that people have found? Come learn how book characters along a jack-o-lantern lined trail. Enjoy archaeology helps uncover and preserve the past, discover entertainment under the tent each evening. No strollers the stories behind these artifacts, and get hands-on with the allowed on trail. $5 per person; adults & children. For uncovered items. Ages 8+. Pre-registration required; call more information, call 302-645-6852. Weather Dependent. 302-227-6991. $5/person. Rain or Shine.
16 30th Annual Sea Witch® Festival 2019 Sea Witch® Festival Event Souvenirs The Official Sea Witch® Event T-Shirt, hats, and souvenirs will be sold by ASAP Printing! Festival goers can make their purchases at the tent located near the Festival’s Information Table on Saturday and Sunday as well as the locations listed below. After the festival, purchases can be made via www.asapstuff.com or www.beach-fun.com.
Friday, October 25th:
• 10AM - 6PM: Visitors Center at Grove Park (501 Rehoboth Avenue)
• 1PM - 6PM: Rehoboth Beach Convention Center (229 Rehoboth Avenue)
Saturday, October 26th:
• 10AM - 5PM: Rehoboth Beach Bandstand Vendor Area (see page 6 for map); First Street Station (Corner of Rehoboth Avenue & South First Street); Village By The Sea (3rd block, 149 Rehoboth Avenue)
• 10AM - 5PM: Rehoboth Beach Convention Center at 229 Rehoboth Avenue
• 5PM - Moonlight: Festival Information Table Area by the Bandstand
Sunday, October 27th:
• 10AM - 5PM: Rehoboth Bandstand Vendor Area (see page 6 for map)
• 10AM - 5PM: Rehoboth Beach Convention Center at 229 Rehoboth Avenue
The current & retired collectors’ pins, masks, postcards, and Sandy the Sea Witch children’s book will be available for purchase at the locations below. While supplies last.
• Friday from 1PM - 6PM and Saturday & Sunday from 10AM - 5PM: Convention Center at 229 Rehoboth Avenue
• Saturday & Sunday from 10AM - 5PM: Information Table at the Bandstand (see page 6 for map)
Fill out an evaluation for a chance to win $50! You could Evaluations available at the Information Table by the Bandstand. (Rain Location: Rehoboth Beach Convention Center).
win $50! Winner will be contacted via phone or email.
Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center 17 Kid’s Whale Treasure Trail Sea Witch® 5K Classic Run and Sunday, October 27th · 10:30AM-1PM One Mile Fright Walk Ahoy! Young Sea Witchers go on a quest to collect six Sunday, October 27th · Race begins at 9AM pieces of buried treasure throughout downtown Rehoboth “Feet Don’t Leave Me Now.” The Sea Witch® 5K Beach. Start by getting your treasure map from the Info Classic Run and 1 Mile Fright Walk begins at Grove Park Table located in front of the Bandstand anywhere between (501 Rehoboth Avenue) at 9AM on Sunday, October 27th; 10:30AM-1PM. Collect your bounty and bring it back to registration begins at 7:30AM. There will also be a much the Info Table to become an official Sea Witch® buccaneer! encouraged packet pick-up on Saturday, October 26th Children 8 & younger. $5 fee; while supplies last. Weather from 3-5PM outside of the Visitors Center at 501 Rehoboth Dependent. Avenue. Many of the 500+ runners, including entire Sponsored by M&T Bank families, arrive in costume. Prizes are presented not only for time, but also for the best costumes. Past winners have Balloon Twisting included cartoon characters, cheerleaders, various farm animals and monsters. Rain or Shine. Sunday, October 27th · 10AM-2PM Balloon Twisting by Snippy Doodles. Located in the To pre-register online or for more information, visit Rehoboth Beach Bandstand Area. No fee. Rain location: www.seashorestriders.com. Rehoboth Beach Convention Center.
Sponsored by Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce First State Webfooters Walk & Bike Looking for a slower pace? Take part in the family-oriented, Scales & Tales - Birds & Reptiles non-competitive 5k or 10k First State Webfooters walk, or a 25k bike ride on the Junction & Breakwater, Cape Sunday, October 27th · 10AM-2PM Henlopen State Park, and Gordon’s Pond State Park trails. The Maryland Dept. of Natural Resources outreach program Participants start the walk or ride on Saturday, October 26th encourages people to enjoy and appreciate wildlife. Wild between 8AM and 2PM (all participants must finish by 5PM) animals used in the program have permanent injuries and or on Sunday, October 27th between 8AM and 12PM (all can no longer survive in the wild. These animals’ “tales” participants must finish by 3PM). A group bike ride with lead teach valuable lessons and respect for the environment. and end riders offered Saturday at 1PM (meet at 12:30PM). Exhibit will be located in the Rehoboth Beach Bandstand Area. No fee. Weather Dependent. For start point location, contact Tom Sunde at 302-382- 0083 (C) or 302-697-1191 about the 5k/10k walks or Sponsored by Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce Karen Kaufman at 302-233-6615 about the 25k bike ride.
18 30th Annual Sea Witch® Festival Costumed Dog Parade · Sunday, October 27th · Weather Dependent! Registration · 12PM at the north end of the Boardwalk near the Henlopen Hotel Judging · Takes place after registration and before parade begins Parade Begins · 1PM. Winners Announced at Bandstand · 2PM The Best Costumed Dog Contest, sponsored by the Rehoboth Beach Animal Hospital & co-sponsored by Pet Wants Rehoboth Beach, is set for Sunday, October 27th. Costumed dogs only and their humans will parade down the Boardwalk giving the crowd an eyeful. No livestock, wild animals, reptiles or pets other than dogs are permitted in the contest. Former bow-wow critters include those outfitted as lifeguards, Egyptians, chickens, cowboys, police, etc.
Participants should be prepared for a 1 & 1/2 mile walk including line-up, parade and return to Rehoboth Avenue from Laurel Street exit. Registration begins at 12PM. Costumed dogs only and their owners will register on Lake Avenue, next to the Henlopen Hotel, where they will receive their entry number and parade ribbon. The registration fee is $5.00 per dog. Dogs will be judged immediately following registration and before parading. All registered participants will line up at the north end of the Boardwalk parallel to the beach. Don’t forget bottled water for both the 4-legged and 2-legged! Dogs with aggressive behavior will not be allowed to participate. For safety reasons, dogs must be leashed and the use of a muzzle is encouraged.
The monsters wag their way down the Boardwalk beginning at 1PM. The parade will proceed south on the Boardwalk from the Henlopen Hotel to the Star of the Sea Condominium at Laurel Street (see route below). Monster police wearing orange vests will be positioned on the Boardwalk for spectator control and parade route passage. Participants will exit the Boardwalk and proceed down Laurel Street, turning right onto King Charles Avenue/First Street. From King Charles Avenue/First Street participants can proceed back towards the Rehoboth Bandstand and Boardwalk via Rehoboth Avenue & disperse. Winners will be announced & showcased on stage at the Rehoboth Bandstand at 2PM. SPECIAL NOTES: Costumed dogs only in parade. For safety reasons, dogs must be leashed and the use of muzzles is encouraged. Non-motorized small floats, wagons, etc. that meet the Boardwalk size requirements may be used on the Boardwalk but may not be brought onto the Bandstand; only leashed or carried dogs will be received on the stage.
Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center 19 Live Music at the Rehoboth Beach BANDSTAND
Proudly Sponsored By:
Entertainment on pages 20-22 will perform on the Bandstand at the Boardwalk · No fee · Shows are weather dependent Junior Wilson and Chatty Friday, October 25th • 2 Shows! 12:30-2:30PM and 3:30-5:30PM
Enjoy the musical sounds of Junior and Chatty! Junior’s talents include: vocals, acoustic & electric guitars, banjo, fiddle, mandolin, steel guitar, keyboards and musical backing track programming. Chatty’s talents include: congas, bongos, various world percussion instruments, announcements and backing vocals.
Check this duo out at www.jrwilsonmusic.com/jr--chatty.html.
Blue Cat Blues Band Friday, October 25th • 7-9PM
The Blue Cat Blues Band was born in New Castle County Delaware in October, 1999. “These Cats are on dog food” was the tag line used to describe their brand of Blues & Rock-n- Roll. The Blue Cats play a mix of upbeat blends of original and cover songs that aim to help the audience feel good. This band packs a musical party playing “three cords & the truth”. Henry Raimato on keys, Chris Sherlock on drums, Todd Whitaker on bass and Paul Ruggiero on guitar. This band loves what they do and brings the audience along with them. The Blue Cats put on a rockin’ show, “How bout’ that”. Check the band out on Facebook!
The British Invasion Experience Saturday, October 26th • 1:30-3:30PM
“DYNAMIC, EXPLOSIVE: From the Fab Four to Pink Floyd, The British Invasion Comes Alive!” The British Invasion Experience pays tribute to not just one act but an entire genre that changed the face of music, from The Beatles to The Who, from The Hollies to Led Zeppelin The British Invasion Experience gives audiences a memorable, electrifying, and exciting night, by taking a trip down memory lane with a musical journey experience; leaving our audiences wanting more. Inspired by these music icons, the members of The British Invasion Experience are dedicated to engaging their audiences as they flashback to the English groups of the 60’s. For info, visit www.thebritishinvasionexperience.com.
20 30th Annual Sea Witch® Festival Live Music at the Rehoboth Beach BANDSTAND
Proudly Sponsored By:
Entertainment on pages 20-22 will perform on the Bandstand at the Boardwalk · No fee · Shows are weather dependent Nothin’ But Trouble Saturday, October 26th • 3:45-5:15PM
This four piece regional touring band plays a blend of original and classic Americana music with two of the hottest guitar players this side of the Mississippi River. With four singers & songwriters...you will never get bored listening to this group perform. The energy they put out is contagious, the song writing funny and very catchy. With four part harmonies, this group will leave you wanting more trouble. Visit www.nothinbuttroubleband.com for more info.
(Bio from the Rehoboth Beach Bandstand Website; rehobothbandstand.com).
The Jimmies, 80’s Flashback Band Saturday, October 26th • 5:30-7:30PM
The Jimmies recreate all styles of music from the 80’s. Pop, Rock, New Wave, and Punk hits of the M-TV Era, including Devo, INXS, Bruce Springsteen, Billy Idol, Modern English, Flock of Seagulls, Tom Petty, John Cougar, ZZ-Top and many more. Let the sing along begin when the band hits the stage.
Since 2016, The Jimmies have been performing at events throughout the East Coast and at private parties in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware and Maryland. Members of the band have opened for bands like The Outfield, Modern English, Rick Derringer, Molly Hatchet, Hootie and the Blowfish, SR71, Cheap Trick, and Chevelle. The band is available for public and private events. Visit www.thejimmies.rocks for more information.
Paul Zavinsky Sunday, October 27th • 10:30-11:45AM
Paul Zavinsky is a seasoned entertainer. As a guitarist/singer he has performed solo, in duets and bands. His performances have been as varied as his musical selections, including concerts, festivals, bars, restaurants, weddings, parties and fundraising events. He has always enjoyed all kinds of music and it shows by the genres he plays: soft rock, country, blues, folk and some light jazz. His repertoire includes some originals as well. Paul has been fortunate over the years with his music, especially while living outside of Washington DC, where he and his partner at the time opened for national acts like Asleep at the Wheel, Pure Prairie League, John Prine, Steve Goodman and Tammy Wynette, to name a few. Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center 21 Live Music at the Rehoboth Beach BANDSTAND
Proudly Sponsored By:
Entertainment on pages 20-22 will perform on the Bandstand at the Boardwalk · No fee · Shows are weather dependent Trailer Grass Orchestra Sunday, October 27th • 12-2PM
The Trailer Grass Orchestra is a high energy, interactive, great time, bluegrass band. TGO is able to take some of the greatest hits from the 80’s, 90’s, 2000’s, and today, and transform them into hand clapping/boot stomping bluegrass classics. TGO performs for any event you can imagine. Corporate events, weddings, bars/night clubs, casinos, cruise ships, and private parties. No matter what the setting, TGO is guaranteed to have the audience on the edge of their seats, stomping their feet, singing, and dancing along with some of their favorite songs. For more info, visit www.trailergrassorchestra.com.
Glass Onion Band Sunday, October 27th • 3-5PM
Glass Onion is Delaware’s Premier Party Rock N’ Roll Band. Established in 2000, they perform covers of Rock and Roll and R&B dance music at venues throughout Delaware, Maryland, and Pennsylvania. Their mix of popular tunes range from 1950 to 2015. From Jerry Lee Lewis and The Temptations to Lynyrd Skynyrd and Bruno Mars. Everyone is sure to find themselves singing along and dancing the night away! For more information, visit www.glassonionband.com.
Sea Witch® Festival Through the Years
22 30th Annual Sea Witch® Festival Friday is full of FUN for all ages!!
Indoor Artisan & Vendor Show at the Convention Center
Kid’s Corner with Trick or Treat Bags and Spooky Science Fun
Bubble Boo & Puppies Too!
Choo Choo Express in Grove Park
Tyke Bike on the Boards
Free Musical Entertainment on the Bandstand
Dewey Beach Trick or Treating plus a Haunted Bonfire and Creepy Graveyard Trail
Friday, October 25, 2019 · Sea Witch® Schedule of Activities & Events
Time Activity/Event Listing Rain Location
9AM ...... Jolly Trolley Magical History Tours: Tour historic sites of downtown Rehoboth on the historic Jolly Trolley with a tour guide. Meet at The Anna Hazzard Tent House at 17 Christian St. $10 per person, CASH ONLY payable upon boarding the trolley. Reservations Required. Call 302-227-7310 to reserve a seat. Rain or Shine ...... As Listed 10AM - 4PM...... “Sea Witch® Through the Years” Exhibit at the Rehoboth Beach Museum. Collection of event souvenirs. Admission is by donation. 511 Rehoboth Ave. Rain or Shine...... As Listed 10AM - 5PM...... Guess the flavor of the fall inspired Olive Oil at the Olive Orchard and receive 10% off your entire purchase. 70 Rehoboth Avenue, Rehoboth Beach. Rain or Shine...... As Listed 10AM - 6PM...... OFFICIAL SEA WITCH® EVENT GEAR will be for sale at the Chamber of Commerce Visitors Center, 501 Rehoboth Avenue. See page 17. Rain or Shine ...... As Listed 10AM - 6PM...... Gift Basket Silent Auction at Ruff Life, 46 Baltimore Avenue, Rehoboth Beach. Proceeds to benefit Grass Roots Rescue. Rain or Shine...... As Listed 10AM - 9PM...... Guess the number of spooky candies in the bowl at Vernon Powell Shoes located at 18798 Coastal Highway, Unit 2, Rehoboth Beach and win a $25 Vernon Powell gift card. Winner chosen close of business on 10/27/19. No purchase necessary. Rain or shine....As Listed 10AM - 9PM...... Trick or Treat for discounts at Grace Boutique. Candy for kids & discount cards from 10-50% off one item during Sea Witch® weekend. 36 Baltimore Avenue. Rain or Shine ...... As Listed 11AM ...... Jolly Trolley Magical History Tours: Tour historic sites of downtown Rehoboth on the historic Jolly Trolley with a tour guide. Meet at The Anna Hazzard Tent House at 17 Christian St. $10 per person, CASH ONLY payable upon boarding the trolley. Reservations Required. Call 302-227-7310 to reserve a seat. Rain or Shine ...... As Listed 11AM - 1AM ...... Festival after-party for the entire family at the Crooked Hammock Brewery, 36707 Crooked Hammock Way, Lewes. Cookout inspired food, craft brews, playground, games and hammocks! Try Jav-O-Lantern, a smoked pumpkin coffee ale. Rain or Shine...... As Listed 12:30PM - 2:30PM .... Jr. Wilson & Chatty. Live music at the Bandstand. Sponsored by DISCOVER Bank...... Weather Dependent 1PM - 3PM ...... Bubble Boo and Puppies Too! Bring your family for fun around the Rehoboth Bandstand. Bubbles, kids activities and pet adoptions. No fee...... Weather Dependent
Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center 23 Friday, October 25, 2019 · Sea Witch® Schedule of Activities & Events
Time Activity/Event Listing Rain Location
1PM - 6PM ...... NEW! INDOOR ARTISAN & VENDOR SHOW. Rehoboth Beach Convention Center, 229 Rehoboth Avenue. See page 7-9. No admission fee. Rain or Shine ...... As Listed 1PM - 6PM ...... OFFICIAL SEA WITCH® EVENT GEAR will be for sale at the Convention Center, 501 Rehoboth Avenue. See page 17. Rain or Shine ...... As Listed 1PM - 6PM ...... SEA WITCH® 50/50 RAFFLE. Sales at the Convention Center at 229 Rehoboth Avenue. Rain or Shine...... As Listed 1PM - 6PM ...... Kid’s Corner sponsored by Garrison Homes. Lots of kid friendly activities including Spooky Science Fun with the Great STEMporium, Monster Art and Trick or Treat Bag Decorating. All activities while supplies last. Some fees. Rehoboth Beach Convention Center, 229 Rehoboth Avenue. See page 10. Rain or shine ...... As Listed 2PM - 3PM ...... Come play surf hole at Odysea Destination Beach and register to win a Kala Beach Ukulele. 110 Rehoboth Avenue. Rain or Shine ...... As Listed 2:30PM - 4PM ...... Tyke Bike Roll on the Boardwalk. Sponsored by Kid’s Cottage. Join us where Rehoboth Avenue meets the Boardwalk. Registration at 2:30; Biking starts at 3:00. Tykes will take a short roll south on the Boardwalk from the Bandstand to Grotto Pizza. Donation based. Wear a helmet! Ages 8 & Under ...... Weather Dependent 3:30PM - 5:30PM ...... Jr. Wilson & Chatty. Live music at the Bandstand. Sponsored by DISCOVER Bank...... Weather Dependent 4PM ...... Sunset Bridge Walk by the Indian River Life-Saving Station Museum. Hike the Indian River Inlet Bridge just in time to catch the sun setting over the Indian River Bay. Pre-registration required; 302-227-6991. $6/person ...... Weather Dependent 4PM - 6PM ...... Choo Choo Train Express. Sponsored by Sweet Frog Frozen Yogurt. All riders receive a ribbon and train whistle (while supplies last). Ages 2-7. Grove Park, 501 Rehoboth Avenue. Donation based ...... Weather Dependent 5PM - 6PM ...... Indoor Scavenger Hunt for children 12 and under at the Rehoboth Beach Museum, 511 Rehoboth Ave. No fee. Rain or Shine ...... As Listed 5PM - Midnight ...... Pasta Predictions at Nicola Pizza, 8 N. First Street, Rehoboth Beach. Rain or shine ...... As Listed 6PM - 8PM ...... Children’s Fantasy Trail at Cape Henlopen State Park, 15099 Cape Henlopen Drive, Lewes. Wear your costume and trick-or-treat with story book characters along a jack-o-lantern lined trail. Entertainment under the tent each evening. No strollers allowed on trail. $5/person. Call 302-645-6852 for more info ...... Weather Dependent 6:30PM - 7:30PM ...... Trick or Treat with Dewey Beach Businesses. Sponsored by the Dewey Business Partnership. No Fee. Rain or Moonlight...... As Listed 6:30PM - 8PM ...... Fall Fun at the Sussex County Family YMCA. 20080 Church Street, Rehoboth Beach. Games, crafts, Trunk or Treat and more. Trunk or Treat starts at 6:30PM until supplies last. No Fee; donations accepted. Rain or Shine ...... As Listed 7PM ...... GHOST: the Musical at Clear Space Theatre, 20 Baltimore Avenue. Tickets are $17 - $32 and are available at www.clearspacetheatre.org or at the door. Call 302-227-2270 for more information. Rain or Shine...... As Listed 7PM ...... Lantern Tour at the Indian River Life-Saving Station Museum, DE Seashore St. Park; Explore the daily lives of the surfmen and what they went through to save shipwreck victims off the Delaware Coast. A guided museum tour is followed by local tales and a venture out onto the beach where they performed their nightly patrols. Tour lasts 1.5 hours. $10/person; pre-registration required by calling 302-227-6991. Rain or Shine ...... As Listed 7PM - 8:30PM ...... Haunted Bonfire Beach Party and Creepy Grave Yard Trail on Dewey Beach! Located at Dagsworthy Ave & the Beach. Sponsored by the Dewey Business Partnership. Free Parking & Free Event! ...... Weather Dependent 7PM - 9PM ...... Blue Cat Blues Band. Live music on the Bandstand. Sponsored by DISCOVER Bank...... Weather Dependent
24 30th Annual Sea Witch® Festival Celebrate the Festival’s 30th Anniversary!!
Following the Sea Witch® Balloon and Clipper Ship, watch hundreds of costumed walkers and motorized floats parade down Rehoboth Avenue.
There is no shortage of fun after the parade!
Check out . . . Beach Games, Sea Witch® Hunt, Artisans & Vendors, Hayrides, Horse Show, Bandstand Entertainment and Trick or Treating...just to name a few!
Saturday, October 26, 2019 · Sea Witch® Schedule of Activities & Events
Time Activity/Event Listing Rain Location 2AM ...... Rehoboth Avenue closes to all traffic for the Costume Parade...... As Listed 8AM - 2PM...... Webfooters 5K or 10K Walk or 25K Bike/Registration. Finish by 5PM. See page 18 for times and contact info for location points. Rain or Shine ...... As Listed 9AM ...... COSTUME PARADE. Pre-Registered motorized vehicles, floats, and large walking groups line up at 330 Rehoboth Avenue and State Road ...... Weather Dependent 9AM ...... COSTUME PARADE. Walker Registration - Grub Kitchen at 305 Rehoboth Avenue. After registering, line up on 4th Street (adjacent to Grub Kitchen)...... Weather Dependent 9AM - 12PM...... Lollipop tree at the Boardwalk Plaza Hotel. Children can pick a lollipop, take it to the reservation desk, & receive a prize! 2 Olive Ave, Rehoboth. No fee. Rain or Shine ...... As Listed 10AM ...... City of Rehoboth Beach Fire Department Auxiliary Bake and Hot Dog & Hamburger Sales (until supplies last) at Rehoboth Beach Fire Hall, 219 Rehoboth Ave. Rain or Shine ...... As Listed 10AM - 1:30PM ...... Music at the Bandstand with Chris Mal. Music on the Bandstand. Sponsored by DISCOVER Bank ...... Weather Dependent 10AM - 3PM...... Activity sheets at the Rehoboth Beach Public Library, 226 Rehoboth Ave. No fee. Rain or Shine ..As Listed 10AM - 4PM...... PONY RIDES on the beach at Wilmington Avenue. $5.00 fee ...... Weather Dependent 10AM - 4PM...... Guess the weight of the Giant Pumpkin at Grub Kitchen at 305 Rehoboth Avenue, Rehoboth Beach. Rain or Shine. No Fee...... As Listed 10AM - 5PM...... SEA WITCH® 50/50 RAFFLE. Sales at the Information Table at the Bandstand. Rain Location: Convention Center ...... As Listed 10AM - 5PM...... SEA WITCH® 50/50 RAFFLE. Sales at the Convention Center at 229 Rehoboth Avenue. Rain or Shine...... As Listed 10AM - 5PM...... ARTISAN & VENDOR AREA at the Bandstand. See page 6 ...... Weather Dependent 10AM - 5PM...... NEW! INDOOR ARTISAN & VENDOR SHOW. Rehoboth Beach Convention Center, 229 Rehoboth Avenue. See page 7-9. No admission fee. Rain or Shine ...... As Listed
Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center 25 Saturday, October 26, 2019 · Sea Witch® Schedule of Activities & Events
Time Activity/Event Listing Rain Location
10AM - 5PM...... Kid’s Corner sponsored by Garrison Homes. Lots of kid friendly activities including Spooky Science Fun with the Great STEMporium, Monster Art and Trick or Treat Bag Decorating. All activities while supplies last. Some fees. Rehoboth Beach Convention Center, 229 Rehoboth Avenue. See page 10. Rain or shine ...... As Listed 10AM - 5PM...... Blacksmithing by Williams Blacksmithing at the Bandstand ...... Weather Dependent 10AM - 5PM...... Mini Golf at Sea Shell Shop/Shell We Golf. 1 free round of mini-golf for anyone that shows up in full costume. 19366 Coastal Highway, Rehoboth Beach...... Weather Dependent 10AM - 5PM ...... Meet Your Favorite WRDE NBC Coast TV & WBOC Personalities at the Bandstand ...... Weather Dependent 10AM - 5PM...... Kid’s Zone sponsored by Schell Brothers. Kids craft zone, face painting, pumpkin decoration, balloon animals, photo opportunities & kid-friendly spooky house. First Street Station located at Rehoboth Ave and South First St. No Fee. While supplies last...... Weather Dependent 10AM - 5PM...... Guess the flavor of the fall inspired Olive Oil at the Olive Orchard and receive 10% off your entire purchase. 70 Rehoboth Avenue, Rehoboth Beach. Rain or Shine...... As Listed 10AM - 5PM...... OFFICIAL SEA WITCH® EVENT GEAR will be for sale at multiple locations including the Vendor Area at the Bandstand! See page 17. Rain location: Convention Center .....As Listed 10AM - 5PM...... OFFICIAL SEA WITCH® EVENT GEAR will be for sale at the Convention Center, 229 Rehoboth Avenue. See page 17. Rain or Shine ...... As Listed 10AM - 6PM...... Gift Basket Silent Auction at Ruff Life, 46 Baltimore Avenue, Rehoboth Beach. Proceeds to benefit Grass Roots Rescue. Rain or Shine...... As Listed 10AM - 6PM...... Halloween Party with games, giveaways and Mermaid Face Painting at ish Boutique located at 403 Rehoboth Avenue. No fee. Rain or Shine...... As Listed 10AM - 9PM...... Guess the number of spooky candies in the bowl at Vernon Powell Shoes located at 18798 Coastal Highway, Unit 2, Rehoboth Beach and win a $25 Vernon Powell gift card. Winner chosen close of business on 10/27/19. No purchase necessary. Rain or shine....As Listed 10AM - 9PM...... Trick or Treat for discounts at Grace Boutique. Candy for kids & discount cards from 10-50% off one item during Sea Witch® weekend. 36 Baltimore Avenue. Rain or Shine ...... As Listed 11AM ...... COSTUME PARADE. Begins at Grub Kitchen/4th Street located on Rehoboth Avenue and continues down the Avenue ...... Weather Dependent 11AM - 3PM...... “Sea Witch® Through the Years” Exhibit at the Rehoboth Beach Museum. Collection of event souvenirs. Admission is by donation. 511 Rehoboth Ave. Rain or Shine...... As Listed 11AM - 3PM...... Guess how many candy corns are in the bowl at Cultured Pearl at 301 Rehoboth Avenue, Rehoboth Beach. No Fee. Rain or Shine...... As Listed 11AM - 3PM...... Go fishing at the Koi Pond at The Shops at The Pearl Mall at 301 Rehoboth Avenue, Rehoboth Beach. No Fee. Rain or Shine ...... As Listed 11AM - 4PM...... FREE Face Painting at Sea Shell Shop at 119 Rehoboth Avenue. Rain or Shine ...... As Listed 11AM - 5PM...... Pick your favorite monster at the Mudslingers drive up or walk up window and receive a free medium iced or hot organic coffee. 18969 Coastal Hwy, Rehoboth. No fee. Rain or Shine. ..As Listed 11AM - Midnight ...... Pasta Predictions at Nicola Pizza, 8 N. First Street, Rehoboth Beach. Rain or Shine ...... As Listed 11AM - 1AM ...... Festival after-party for the entire family at the Crooked Hammock Brewery, 36707 Crooked Hammock Way, Lewes. Cookout inspired food, craft brews, playground, games and hammocks! Try Jav-O-Lantern, a smoked pumpkin coffee ale. Rain or Shine...... As Listed 1PM ...... The Pipe Organ Spook-tacular at All Saints’ Church at 18 Olive Avenue, Rehoboth Beach. This popular event for all ages features Parish Organist & Director of Music Jackson Borges playing spooky organ works, as well as the audience favorite “Movie and TV Pop Quiz.” Everyone is welcome, and invited to come in costume. No Fee. Rain or Shine ...... As Listed 1PM - 3PM ...... Free Spiritual Intuitive and Medium readings at Juice Box located at 4 Second Street, Rehoboth Beach. No Fee. Rain or Shine ...... As Listed 1PM - 5PM ...... SEA WITCH® HUNT/REGISTRATION at Bandstand. Sponsored by WRDE NBC Coast TV. Rain Location: Convention Ctr. Winner announced Sunday at 2PM on Bandstand ...... As Listed 1:30PM - 2PM ...... Magic with Jack Noel. Convention Center, 229 Rehoboth Ave. No fee. Rain or Shine ...... As Listed
26 30th Annual Sea Witch® Festival Saturday, October 26, 2019 · Sea Witch® Schedule of Activities & Events
Time Activity/Event Listing Rain Location
1:30PM - 3:30PM ...... The British Invasion Experience. Live music on the Bandstand. Sponsored by DISCOVER Bank ...... Weather Dependent 1:30PM - 5PM ...... HAYRIDES through the side streets of Downtown Rehoboth. Ticket sales at the Visitors Center, 501 Rehoboth Ave; boarding adjacent to Visitors Center in Grove Park. Fee ...... Weather Dependent 2PM ...... OLD FASHIONED KID’S BEACH GAMES on the Beach at Baltimore Avenue. No Fee. Hula Twist Off sponsored by Weis Markets, Pretend Peanut on the Nose Race sponsored Tidemark FCU, Slippery Swords sponsored by Pirates of Lewes Expeditions, Knee Knob Wobble sponsored by RE/MAX Rental Division, Noggin Joggin sponsored by Fairfield Inn & Suites, Monster Stomp by Tidemark FCU and the Broom Toss sponsored by Beach Vacuums .....Weather Dependent 2PM - 3PM ...... Come play surf hole at Odysea Destination Beach and register to win a Kala Beach Ukulele. 110 Rehoboth Avenue. Rain or Shine ...... As Listed 2PM - 4PM ...... Come Spin to Win a free stay at the Canalside Inn. Every spinner is a winner! One spin per person/family. 34 Sixth Street, Rehoboth. Rain or Shine...... As Listed 2:30PM - 3PM ...... Magic with Jack Noel. Convention Center, 229 Rehoboth Ave. No fee. Rain or Shine ...... As Listed 3PM ...... Pumpkin Seed Spitting Contest at Grub Kitchen at 305 Rehoboth Avenue, Rehoboth Beach. No Fee. Rain Date: Sunday at 3PM ...... As Listed 3PM - 5PM ...... Packet pick-up for the Sea Witch® 5K & One Mile Walk. Visitors Center, 501 Rehoboth Ave. Rain or Shine ...... As Listed 3:45PM - 5:15PM ...... Nothin’ But Trouble. Live music on the Bandstand. Sponsored by DISCOVER Bank ...... Weather Dependent 4PM ...... Pumpkin pie eating contest at Grub Kitchen at 305 Rehoboth Avenue, Rehoboth Beach. No Fee. Rain Date: Sunday at 4PM ...... As Listed 4PM ...... HORSE SHOW ON THE BEACH - Maryland Rough Riders on the Beach at Rehoboth Ave & the Boardwalk. Sponsored by the Country Club Property Owners Association...... Weather Dependent 5:30PM - 7:30PM ...... The Jimmies. Live music on the Bandstand. Sponsored by DISCOVER Bank ...... Weather Dependent 6PM - 8PM ...... Children’s Fantasy Trail at Cape Henlopen State Park, 15099 Cape Henlopen Drive, Lewes. Wear your costume and trick-or-treat with story book characters along a jack-o-lantern lined trail. Entertainment under the tent each evening. No strollers allowed on trail. $5/person. Call 302-645-6852 for more info ...... Weather Dependent 6:30PM - 7:30PM ...... TRICK OR TREAT WITH MERCHANTS with Downtown Rehoboth Beach Merchants. Sponsored by Downtown Rehoboth Beach Businesses. Rain or Moonlight ...... As Listed 6:30PM - 7:30PM…. .. “Whale Tails” at the Rehoboth Beach Public Library, 226 Rehoboth Ave. Trick or Treaters can learn facts about whales and other marine life will be displayed. Which are true and which are just “Whale Tails”? Rain or Shine ...... As Listed 7PM ...... Dracula presented by the First State Ballet. Based on the gothic novel by Bram Stoker, this world premiere will be an intriguing & captivating performance. Cape Henlopen High School. $32/ticket. www.firststateballet.org or 1-800-838-3006. Rain or Shine ...As Listed 7PM ...... GHOST: the Musical at Clear Space Theatre, 20 Baltimore Avenue. Tickets are $17 - $32 and are available at www.clearspacetheatre.org or at the door. Call 302-227-2270 for more information. Rain or shine...... As Listed 7PM and 7:30PM ...... Lantern Tours at the Indian River Life-Saving Station Museum, DE Seashore St. Park; Explore the daily lives of the surfmen and what they went through to save shipwreck victims off the Delaware Coast. A guided museum tour is followed by local tales and a venture out onto the beach where they performed their nightly patrols. Tour lasts 1.5 hours. $10/person; pre-registration required by calling 302-227-6991. Rain or Shine ...... As Listed 7PM - 8:30PM ...... “A Horrible Film Night at the Museum”. The Rehoboth Beach Museum will show a classic horror film with a post film discussion on favorite scary scenes from classic movies. 511 Rehoboth Ave. Call 302-227-7310 to reserve a seat. No fee. Rain or Shine...... As Listed 8PM - 11 PM ...... Halloween Costume Party at the Rehoboth Ale House, with music from Christine Havrilla & Gypsy Fuzz. Gift prizes for best costumes! 15 Wilmington Ave. No fee. Rain or Shine ....As Listed
Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center 27 Sunday goes to the dogs!
It may be the last day of the festival, but there is plenty to do!
Start with the Sea Witch® 5K, go on a treasure hunt, watch the costumed dog parade, listen to music on the Bandstand and do some last minute shopping!
Sunday, October 27, 2019 · Sea Witch® Schedule of Activities & Events
Time Activity/Event Listing Rain Location
8AM - 12PM...... Webfooters 5K or 10K Walk or 25K Bike/Registration. Henlopen Hotel at 511 N. Boardwalk. Finish by 3PM. See page 18 for times. Rain or Shine ...... As Listed 9AM ...... SEA WITCH® 5K RACE/WALK at Grove Park, 501 Rehoboth Ave, Rehoboth Beach. Fee. See page 18. Rain or Shine...... As Listed 9AM - 12PM...... Lollipop tree at the Boardwalk Plaza Hotel. Children can pick a lollipop, take it to the reservation desk, & receive a prize! 2 Olive Ave, Rehoboth. No fee. Rain or Shine ...... As Listed 10AM ...... Forgotten Stories of the Sand at the Indian River Life-Saving Station Museum, DE Seashore St. Park; Come learn how archaeology helps uncover and preserve the past, discover the stories behind the artifacts and get hands-on with the uncovered items. $5/person; pre-registration required by calling 302-227-6991. Ages 8+. Rain or Shine ...... As Listed 10AM - 10:30AM ...... Music at the Bandstand with Chris Mal. Music on the Bandstand. Sponsored by DISCOVER Bank ...... Weather Dependent 10AM - 2AM ...... Balloon Twisting with Snippy Doodles at the Rehoboth Beach Bandstand Area. No Fee. Rain Location: Rehoboth Beach Convention Center ...... As Listed 10AM - 2PM...... Scales & Tales - Birds & Reptiles at the Rehoboth Beach Bandstand Area. No fee...... Weather Dependent 10AM - 4PM...... Pony Rides on the Beach at Wilmington Avenue. $5.00 Fee ...... Weather Dependent 10AM - 5PM...... SEA WITCH® 50/50 RAFFLE. Sales at the Information Table at the Bandstand. Rain Location: Convention Center ...... As Listed 10AM - 5PM...... SEA WITCH® 50/50 RAFFLE. Sales at the Convention Center at 229 Rehoboth Avenue. Rain or Shine...... As Listed 10AM - 5PM...... OFFICIAL SEA WITCH® EVENT GEAR will be for sale at multiple locations including the Vendor Area at the Bandstand! See page 17. Rain location: Convention Center .....As Listed 10AM - 5PM...... OFFICIAL SEA WITCH® EVENT GEAR will be for sale at the Convention Center, 229 Rehoboth Avenue. See page 17. Rain or Shine ...... As Listed 10AM - 5PM...... Kid’s Corner sponsored by Garrison Homes. Lots of kid friendly activities including Spooky Science Fun with the Great STEMporium, Monster Art and Trick or Treat Bag Decorating. All activities while supplies last. Some fees. Rehoboth Beach Convention Center, 229 Rehoboth Avenue. See page 10. Rain or shine ...... As Listed 10AM - 5PM...... Mini Golf at Sea Shell Shop/Shell We Golf. 1 free round of mini-golf for anyone that shows up in full costume. 19366 Coastal Highway, Rehoboth Beach...... Weather Dependent 10AM - 5PM...... ARTISAN & VENDOR AREA at the Bandstand. See page 6 ...... Weather Dependent 10AM - 5PM...... NEW! INDOOR ARTISAN & VENDOR SHOW. Rehoboth Beach Convention Center, 229 Rehoboth Avenue. See page 7-9. No admission fee. Rain or Shine ...... As Listed 10AM - 5PM...... Blacksmithing by Williams Blacksmithing at the Bandstand ...... Weather Dependent
28 30th Annual Sea Witch® Festival Sunday, October 27, 2019 · Sea Witch® Schedule of Activities & Events
Time Activity/Event Listing Rain Location
10AM - 5PM...... Kid’s Zone sponsored by Schell Brothers. Kids craft zone, face painting, pumpkin decoration, balloon animals, photo opportunities & kid-friendly spooky house. First Street Station located at Rehoboth Ave and South First St. No Fee. While supplies last...... Weather Dependent 10AM - 5PM...... Guess the flavor of the fall inspired Olive Oil at the Olive Orchard and receive 10% off your entire purchase. 70 Rehoboth Avenue, Rehoboth Beach. Rain or Shine...... As Listed 10AM - 6PM...... Gift Basket Silent Auction at Ruff Life, 46 Baltimore Avenue, Rehoboth Beach. Proceeds to benefit Grass Roots Rescue. Rain or Shine...... As Listed 10AM - 6PM...... Dog Costume Contest at Ruff Life, 46 Baltimore Avenue, Rehoboth Beach. Winner to receive a free 11x14 matted print. Rain or Shine ...... As Listed 10:30AM - 11:45AM ..Paul Zavinsky. Live music on the Bandstand. Sponsored by DISCOVER Bank ...... Weather Dependent 10:30AM - 1PM ...... WHALE TREASURE TRAIL. Sponsored by M&T Bank. Follow the map to collect your pieces. Geared for children 8 & under. Start the hunt at the Info Table at the Bandstand. $5/child; while supplies last ...... Weather Dependent 11AM - 3PM...... “Sea Witch® Through the Years” Exhibit at the Rehoboth Beach Museum. Collection of event souvenirs. Admission is by donation. 511 Rehoboth Ave. Rain or Shine...... As Listed 11AM - 4PM...... Pasta Predictions at Nicola Pizza, 8 N. First Street, Rehoboth Beach. Rain or Shine ...... As Listed 11AM - 4PM...... FREE Face Painting at Sea Shell Shop at 119 Rehoboth Avenue. Rain or Shine ...... As Listed 11AM - 6PM...... Guess the number of spooky candies in the bowl at Vernon Powell Shoes located at 18798 Coastal Highway, Unit 2, Rehoboth Beach and win a $25 Vernon Powell gift card. Winner chosen close of business on 10/27/19. No purchase necessary. Rain or shine....As Listed 11AM - 9PM...... Trick or Treat for discounts at Grace Boutique. Candy for kids & discount cards from 10-50% off one item during Sea Witch® weekend. 36 Baltimore Avenue. Rain or Shine ...... As Listed 11AM - 1AM ...... Festival after-party for the entire family at the Crooked Hammock Brewery, 36707 Crooked Hammock Way, Lewes. Cookout inspired food, craft brews, playground, games and hammocks! Try Jav-O-Lantern, a smoked pumpkin coffee ale. Rain or Shine...... As Listed 11:30AM - 12PM ...... Magic with Jack Noel. Convention Center, 229 Rehoboth Ave. No fee. Rain or Shine ...... As Listed 12PM ...... Registration/Judging for COSTUMED DOG PARADE at North End of Boardwalk near the Henlopen Hotel. $5 registration fee per dog. Parade at 1PM down Boardwalk ...... Weather Dependent 12PM - 2PM ...... Trailer Grass Orchestra. Live music on the Bandstand. Sponsored by DISCOVER Bank ....Weather Dependent 12:30PM - 1PM ...... Magic with Jack Noel. Convention Center, 229 Rehoboth Ave. No fee. Rain or Shine ...... As Listed 1PM ...... BEST COSTUMED DOG PARADE CONTEST. Sponsored by the Rehoboth Beach Animal Hospital. Co-Sponsored by Pet Wants Rehoboth Beach. Costumed dogs will parade down the Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk ...... Weather Dependent 1:30PM - 5PM ...... HAYRIDES through the side streets of Downtown Rehoboth. Ticket sales at the Visitors Center, 501 Rehoboth Ave; boarding adjacent to Visitors Center in Grove Park. Fee...... Weather Dependent 2PM ...... Winners Announced at the Bandstand for the Best Costumed Dog Parade Contest and the Sea Witch® Hunt ...... Weather Dependent 2PM - 3PM ...... Come play surf hole at Odysea Destination Beach and register to win a Kala Beach Ukulele. 110 Rehoboth Avenue. Rain or Shine ...... As Listed 3PM ...... GHOST: the Musical at Clear Space Theatre, 20 Baltimore Avenue. Tickets are $17 - $32 and are available at www.clearspacetheatre.org or at the door. Call 302-227-2270 for more information. Rain or shine...... As Listed 3PM - 5PM ...... Glass Onion Band. Live music on the Bandstand. Sponsored by DISCOVER Bank ...... Weather Dependent 4PM ...... HORSE SHOW ON THE BEACH - Maryland Rough Riders on the Beach at Rehoboth Ave & the Boardwalk. Sponsored by the Country Club Property Owners Association ...... Weather Dependent 6PM ...... Pasta Predictions winner drawn at Nicola Pizza at 8 N. First Street, Rehoboth Beach ...... As Listed 6PM - 7:30PM ...... Children’s Fantasy Trail at Cape Henlopen State Park, 15099 Cape Henlopen Drive, Lewes. Wear your costume and trick-or-treat with story book characters along a jack-o-lantern lined trail. Entertainment under the tent each evening. No strollers allowed on trail. $5/person. Call 302-645-6852 for more info ...... Weather Dependent
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Sea Witch® Festival Through the Years
48 30th Annual Sea Witch® Festival Sea Witch® Balloon History
The Sea Witch® Parade Balloon is over 60 years old and was created by the late Bob Kemp of Kemp Balloons.
The balloon has appeared in the Sea Witch® Costume Parade since the mid 90’s and has flown in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parades!
She’s a bit worn and we hope she soars one more time for the 30th Anniversary!
Below are balloons that have flown in the Sea Witch® Costume Parade!
How the Festival got it’s Name . . .
From the signal tower high atop the Navesink Highlands, that stood 250 feet over the treacherous entrance to New York Harbor at Sandy Hook, the watcher stared out in disbelief. On the horizon he spotted what could only be a heavily sparred ship. The anxious watcher focused in his telescope at the rapidly approaching tea clipper flying clouds of canvas that could only be the Sea Witch, scudding up the New Jersey coast. Her sleek black hull slicing through the choppy swells with the crew at last taking in her sails one after the other and running up her private signal. It was March 25, 1849 and there were no tea clippers due for another two weeks, but there was no denying that there was the Sea Witch back from her third voyage around the world. Robert Waterman had come romping back from China to New York in 74 days, 14 hours and beaten the tea fleet home. The waterfront was soon buzzing with the news. Within hours a pilot had come aboard the Sea Witch and guided the sleek black tea clipper to her moorings at the South Street wharf. The firm of Howland and Aspinwall would make a fortune at the tea auction and bask in the glory of a new record for the China to New York run. Again William Aspinwall’s hunches and daring had paid off in a big way. With profits more than enough to pay for the building of another clipper. New York City went wild with the news of this latest recordbreaking run. The Commercial Advertiser wrote: “The splendid ship Sea Witch, Capt. Waterman, arrived here on Sunday in seventy-five days from China, having performed a voyage around the world in 194 sailing days. During the voyage she has made the shortest direct passages on record: 69 days from New York to Valparaiso; 50 days from Callao to China; 75 days from China to New York. Distance run by observation from New York to Valparaiso, 10,568 miles; average 6 2/5 miles per hour. Distance from Callao to China, 10,417 miles; average, 8 5/8 knots per hour. Distance from China to New York, 14,225 miles; average, 7 7/8 knots per hour. Best ten (consecutive) days’ run, 2,634 miles; 11 1/10 knots per hour. ”Waterman later wrote: “The model of the Sea Witch had more influence upon the subsequent configuration of fast vessels than any other ship ever built in the United States.”
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