Delaware has close proximity to surrounding areas and cities in the Ohio region, making it the perfect weekend or day trip! Delaware is not just a place on the map but a vibrant hub offering unique experiences, just a quick drive away. Within this close-knit community, residents and visitors alike have easy access to a diverse array of culinary delights, including food, breweries, and wineries that showcase the region’s rich flavors. Family-friendly events further enhance the sense of community, providing opportunities for shared experiences and lasting memories.
Main Street Delaware’s ‘Just Next Door’ invites everyone to explore one-of-a-kind shops, discover hidden gems, and enjoy the distinctive charm that makes Delaware a destination worth discovering, just around the corner.
November
thu21nov6:00 pmthu9:00 pmFriendsgiving6:00 pm - 9:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Give thanks—gather around the table with friends, family, neighbors, and new faces! Thursday, November 21, 2024 6 p.m. at Oak & Brazen Wine Co. $60 per
Give thanks—gather around the table with friends, family, neighbors, and new faces!
Thursday, November 21, 2024 6 p.m. at Oak & Brazen Wine Co.
$60 per person or $100 per couple
Menu:
November 21, 2024 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
December
fri06decAll Daysun08Home for the Holidays(All Day)(GMT-05:00)
Friday, December 6 6 to 9 p.m. First Friday Tree Lighting Main stage with performances by local music groups, community vendors, reindeer, festive activities, and more! 6:30 p.m. Tree Lighting Ceremony
6 to 9 p.m. First Friday Tree Lighting
6:30 p.m. Tree Lighting Ceremony Begins (remarks and countdown)
5 to 9 p.m. Skating Rink on the JAYwalk
7 to 9 p.m. Visit with Santa at The Delaware Welcome Center, walk-ins welcome!
6 to 9 p.m. Carriage Rides at The Strand Theatre, $2 per person ages 6 and older
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dash for Dasher, beginning at Delaware County District Library. Santa has lost his reindeer Dasher, and we need your help to find him—explore downtown following Santa’s clues and have fun along the way!
2:30 p.m. The Great Gingerbread Build Off at COhatch
11 to 3 p.m. Visit with Santa at the Delaware Welcome Center
1 to 5 p.m. Skating Rink on the JAYwalk
1 to 5 p.m. Skating Rink on the JAYwalk
5 p.m. Annual “Light the Night” Christmas Parade, steps off from Mingo Park & travels down Sandusky Street to Wilmer Street
December 6, 2024 - December 8, 2024 (All Day)(GMT-05:00)
fri06dec5:00 pmfri9:00 pmSkating Rink5:00 pm - 9:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Skating Rink! Located on Ohio Wesleyan’s Campus (on the JAYwalk between Beeghly Library and Hamilton-Williams Campus Center) enjoy free ice skating provided by Snappy’s Automotive & The Mason Foundation. • December 6,
Located on Ohio Wesleyan’s Campus (on the JAYwalk between Beeghly Library and Hamilton-Williams Campus Center) enjoy free ice skating provided by Snappy’s Automotive & The Mason Foundation.
• December 6, 5 to 9 p.m. Free Skate
• December 7, 1 to 3 p.m. Kids 10 & under only with opportunity to learn to skate from the Westerville Warcats Hockey Team
• December 7, 3 to 5 p.m. Free Skate
• December 8, 1 to 5 p.m. Free Skate
Thank you to our Community Investors who make it all possible!
Skating Rink Sponsors: Snappy’s Automotive, The Mason Foundation
December 6, 2024 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Ohio Wesleyan University
43 Rowland Avenue
fri06dec6:00 pmfri9:00 pmCarriage Rides6:00 pm - 9:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Join us for Carriage Rides taking off from The Strand Theatre (28 E Winter Street) on Friday, December 6 from 6
December 6, 2024 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
The Strand Theatre
28 E Winter Street
sat07dec11:00 amsat1:00 pmDash for Dasher11:00 am - 1:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Saturday, December 7 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Beginning at Delaware County District Library – 84 E Winter Street Santa has lost his reindeer Dasher, and we need your
Saturday, December 7
11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Beginning at Delaware County District Library – 84 E Winter Street
Santa has lost his reindeer Dasher, and we need your help to find him—explore downtown following Santa’s clues and have fun along the way!
Perfect event for kids and families to get you out of the house in these cold winter months! Voluntary donations accepted, box of cereal towards People in Need or monetary towards Main Street Delaware.
Thank you to our Community Investors: Delaware County District Library, Nationwide Children’s Hospital, and COhatch
December 7, 2024 11:00 am - 1:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Delaware County District Library
84 E Winter Street
sat07dec1:00 pmsat5:00 pmSkating Rink1:00 pm - 5:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Skating Rink! Located on Ohio Wesleyan’s Campus (on the JAYwalk between Beeghly Library and Hamilton-Williams Campus Center) enjoy free ice skating provided by Snappy’s Automotive & The Mason Foundation. • December 6,
Located on Ohio Wesleyan’s Campus (on the JAYwalk between Beeghly Library and Hamilton-Williams Campus Center) enjoy free ice skating provided by Snappy’s Automotive & The Mason Foundation.
• December 6, 5 to 9 p.m. Free Skate
• December 7, 1 to 3 p.m. Kids 10 & under only with opportunity to learn to skate from the Westerville Warcats Hockey Team
• December 7, 3 to 5 p.m. Free Skate
• December 8, 1 to 5 p.m. Free Skate
Thank you to our Community Investors who make it all possible!
Skating Rink Sponsors: Snappy’s Automotive, The Mason Foundation
December 7, 2024 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Ohio Wesleyan University
43 Rowland Avenue
sat07dec2:30 pmsat7:00 pmGreat Gingerbread Build-Off2:30 pm - 7:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Join us for our FIRST EVER Great Gingerbread Build-Off! Your $25 Registration will include the basic Gingerbread House Kit Bring your add ons and extras! Everything from glitter to sprinkles, icing, props,
Join us for our FIRST EVER Great Gingerbread Build-Off!
Your $25 Registration will include the basic Gingerbread House Kit
Bring your add ons and extras! Everything from glitter to sprinkles, icing, props, and more—there are no limits! You’re welcome to register as a group, get friends and family involved!
*Must bring your own base no larger than 20″x20″*
Doors at COhatch will open at 2:30 p.m.
Building will begin at 3 p.m.
Judging & Voting will begin at 6:15 p.m.
December 7, 2024 2:30 pm - 7:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
COhatch
18 E William Street
sun08dec1:00 pmsun5:00 pmSkating Rink1:00 pm - 5:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Skating Rink! Located on Ohio Wesleyan’s Campus (on the JAYwalk between Beeghly Library and Hamilton-Williams Campus Center) enjoy free ice skating provided by Snappy’s Automotive & The Mason Foundation. • December 6,
Located on Ohio Wesleyan’s Campus (on the JAYwalk between Beeghly Library and Hamilton-Williams Campus Center) enjoy free ice skating provided by Snappy’s Automotive & The Mason Foundation.
• December 6, 5 to 9 p.m. Free Skate
• December 7, 1 to 3 p.m. Kids 10 & under only with opportunity to learn to skate from the Westerville Warcats Hockey Team
• December 7, 3 to 5 p.m. Free Skate
• December 8, 1 to 5 p.m. Free Skate
Thank you to our Community Investors who make it all possible!
Skating Rink Sponsors: Snappy’s Automotive, The Mason Foundation
December 8, 2024 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Ohio Wesleyan University
43 Rowland Avenue
sun08dec5:00 pmsun6:30 pm"Light the Night" Christmas Parade5:00 pm - 6:30 pm(GMT-05:00)
Sunday, December 8 5 p.m. Beginning at Mingo Park and traveling down Sandusky Street to Wilmer Street. Join us for this joyous occasion in Downtown Delaware – Tom Bosco
Sunday, December 8
5 p.m.
Beginning at Mingo Park and traveling down Sandusky Street to Wilmer Street.
Join us for this joyous occasion in Downtown Delaware – Tom Bosco will emcee as local businesses & nonprofit groups light the night with their festive floats and downtown businesses stay open late!
Thank you to our Community Investors: Modern Wooden – The Denney Agency
December 8, 2024 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm(GMT-05:00)
fri13dec6:00 pmfri9:00 pmCarriage Rides6:00 pm - 9:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Join us for Carriage Rides taking off from The Strand Theatre (28 E Winter Street) on Friday, December 6 from 6
December 13, 2024 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
The Strand Theatre
28 E Winter Street
Sunday, December 15 Narrated bus tours beginning at 1, 2:30 & 4 p.m. at the Nash House Museum Join us for this unforgettable event, combining history & holidays!
Sunday, December 15
Narrated bus tours beginning at 1, 2:30 & 4 p.m. at the Nash House Museum
Join us for this unforgettable event, combining history & holidays!
More information and $25 tickets are available at the link above
In partnership with the Delaware County Historical Society & WillowBrook
Thank you to our Community Investors: The Modern Main and Delaware County Historical Society
December 15, 2024 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
fri20dec6:00 pmfri9:00 pmCarriage Rides6:00 pm - 9:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Join us for Carriage Rides taking off from The Strand Theatre (28 E Winter Street) on Friday, December 6 from 6
December 20, 2024 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
The Strand Theatre
28 E Winter Street