Since 1933, the Dover Days Festival and Parade has been held as a celebration of Dover's cultural heritage and historical importance as the capital of the First State.

Schedule of Events:

6 PM: 92nd Annual Dover Days Friday Evening Kick-Off

Come out with your family and friends to enjoy food vendors, live music from the Milford Community Band, and fireworks on Legislative Mall!

Location: Legislative Mall, 410 Legislative Ave, Dover, DE 19901-3624, United States

7pm - 8pm: Dover Days Lantern Tour!

Help us kick off Dover Days with a special FREE lantern tour of The Green!

After staking your claim for the best seats in the house for the Friday night fireworks on Legislative Mall, head over to the John Bell House at 7 p.m., grab a lantern and learn the dark side of Dover's history! Afterwards, be sure to enjoy the live music and grab yourself some dinner from one of the many food trucks that will be on site.

Location: First State Heritage Park, 43 The Green, Dover, DE 19901