February 2020 Newsletter

Show winter who’s boss with a thoroughly unique escape to our villages!

Tired of being locked inside all winter? Delaware’s Quaint Villages has a cure for that! Book a last-minute trip now or plan ahead for St. Patrick’s Day and enjoy one-of-a-kind fun you won’t find anywhere else.

Take a ride through the Amish Countryside. Spend some solo time gazing upon the soothing waters of Delaware Bay. Discover the unique charm of each of our quaint villages. Explore the history of our nation’s First State. Or get a thoroughly unique view of our culture and history with a self-guided tour of the painted, four-foot, fiberglass replicas of the Augusta on Milford’s Art Stroll. A stay in our nearby villages is just the escape you need to be ready for spring!

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in fun events.

Join the Delaware Thunder as they face off against the Battle Creek Rumble Bees for three pro hockey games, February 28-March 1. Two weeks later we’ll kick off St. Patrick’s Day with the 10th Annual Milford St. Patrick's Day Pub Crawl on the 14th and an Irish Music & Dance Concert on the 15th. Then attend Downtown Dover’s St. Patrick's Festival & Parade on the 21st. Be sure to check out our calendar of events for the full run down of festivals and events throughout the year including St. Patrick’s Day celebrations.

monsters and Mother Nature.

Discover the diverse delights of Kent County! At Dover International Speedway you can tour the Monster Mile, see the track and pits up close, and visit the casino next door. If you’re looking for a different way to stir your soul, choose from the 40 miles of trails at Blackbird State Forest where peace and nature take the pole position.

in locally made delights.

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Countrie Eatery! This restaurant is beautifully situated on the banks of Silver Lake. If you’re near Harrington, don’t miss the home-style meals made from locally sourced ingredients at Main Street Café & Sweets. And when the day winds down, a craft-made IPA, Pale Ale or Stout from Mispillion River Brewing in Milford is the perfect ending.

with our historic culture.

Built in 1870, the fully renovated Smyrna Opera House features cultural events year-round. Catch a show here and bask in the historic nature of the venue. For even more historic flavor, stay in a romantic bed & breakfast. We’ve compiled a list, along with nearby activities and coffee shops.

American artistry.

Dover’s Biggs Museum of American Art houses one of the finest collections of American and decorative arts, with everything from landscapes and portraits to furnishings, decorative items and silverware. Strolling through the galleries, you’ll see the entire progression of the American aesthetic from its 17th century influences to modern day masterworks.

From historic culture to culinary adventures and outdoor escapades, request your complimentary Delaware's Quaint Villages Visitors Guide and begin planning your getaway.

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