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Other Fourth of July Events in The City of lewes
Independence Day is a Big Deal in Lewes!!!!!
The day ends with the Go Fourth Lewes Fireworks at dusk, but there are events all day long, all run by different groups of volunteers. We only organize the fireworks, but we love the entire day, so want to list everything in one place for the public. The schedule below details all the fun events in Lewes on July 4th.
Please Note: It is busy all day. Plan ahead and be prepared. Expect traffic and delays. Stay kind. Be happy. Let freedom ring!
Check the Cape Gazette at www.capegazette.com the Friday before the 4th for a round up of all the Lewes July 4th activities. It is a small town Fourth at its finest.
2023 listing of events in Lewes and in other nearby towns: Cape Region fired up for the Fourth | Cape Gazette
Old Fashioned Kid's Games 9:00-12:00
The Old-Fashioned Kid's Games are a great tradition that are enjoyed by kids of all ages. The games take place on Second Street. You can't miss it! Volunteers are needed, so contact City Hall if you'd like to help. 2023 Independence Day in Lewes | Lewes Chamber of Commerce
Independence Day Boat Parade 1:30-3:30
The decorated boat parade on the Canal is organized by the Overfalls and the Lewes-Rehoboth Beach Rotary Club, and it is sponsored by the Freedom Boat Club. It departs at 1:30 from the Inlet and makes its way to the bridge. Winners are announced at the Overfalls at 3:30.
This year, Harbour restaurant is partnering with Go Fourth Lewes by hosting a July 4th benefit for us! Contact us for tickets for this special July 4th luncheon and boat parade watching party from 12:30-3:30! Click here for details or tickets to the Harbour party
Click here for more information about the boat parade: https://www.leweschamber.com/news/community/lewes-4th-july-decorated-boat-parade
Doo-Dah Parade 5:00-ish
The Doo-Dah Parade is a Lewes Independence Day staple. Ask different people about the Doo-Dah and you will get different descriptions. That is what makes it amazing! Thanks to the families who started and maintain this homegrown Lewes tradition! The parade leaves from Manila Ave down Kings when organizers are ready to Doo-Dah. We are not involved in the Doo-Dah Parade, except as longtime fans, attendees, and sometimes participants. There is no contact info or website for the Doo-Dah, but it traditionally lines up along Manila Avenue and the line of participants winds up Savannah Road. The parade starts when organizers decide to start and that is usually in the 4:30ish to 5:00 time frame.
Go Fourth Lewes Fireworks at Dusk
All fireworks information is on this page. Please donate if you love the Go Fourth Lewes Fireworks. Visit the Info and Viewing page here for advice on viewing the fireworks, getting in, getting out, staying safe, and more.
More Questions about Lewes July 4th Activities?
The best thing to do is check out the Cape Gazette on the Friday before the 4th. All the special activities should be listed. Follow Go Fourth Lewes on Facebook for July 4th fireworks updates. You can also contact the Lewes Chamber of Commerce at 302-645-8073 for information about the other July 4th events.