Join the Delaware City and Polktown community for the Delaware City Juneteenth Celebration on Friday, June 19, 2026, with a full day of remembrance, culture, history, and community. The day begins at 10:00 a.m. with a Juneteenth Commemorative Service at the African Union Church Cemetery, honoring the history, legacy, and significance of Juneteenth. From noon […]
Join us for a remarkable evening with Ustad Shafaat Khan, a world-renowned Indian classical musician known for his mastery of sitar, surbahar, tabla, and vocals. From a celebrated musical lineage, Khan has performed internationally and is known for concerts that blend deep classical tradition with a broad, dynamic musical range. Fort Folk Fest is presented […]
This summer’s lineup continues with Crys Matthews, an award-winning lyricist and composer whose music blends folk, Americana, blues, bluegrass, and country into powerful, thoughtful performances. Widely recognized for her honest songwriting and social justice themes, Matthews brings both depth and energy to the Fort Folk Fest stage. Fort Folk Fest is presented by the Friends […]
Paul and Begoña bring a vibrant mix of flamenco and Latin music to Fort Folk Fest for a lively late-summer performance. The duo is known for combining classical and Spanish guitar with vocals and Latin American influences, creating a performance style that is both elegant and engaging. Fort Folk Fest is presented by the Friends […]
Join us for the second annual From Muskets to Machine Guns: A Day of Living History, a free, family-friendly event on the Fort DuPont Parade Ground. Taking place on September 19, 2027, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, this exciting event brings the evolution of warfare to life, from the age of muskets to the […]
Fort Folk Fest closes out the season with Red Smith, a Wilmington-based singer-songwriter whose sound blends Americana, bluegrass, country, and blues rock. Known for strong storytelling and an energetic live presence, Red Smith is a fitting finale for the second year of this growing music series at Fort DuPont. Fort Folk Fest is presented by […]
Wrap up the 2026 Native Flora Walk series with a fun and scenic Fall Foliage Walk on Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 9:00 to 11:00 AM at Fort DuPont. Presented by the Friends of Fort DuPont in partnership with Delaware State Parks, this free event is the third and final walk in this year’s three-part […]