🎁 Holiday Highlights in Delaware: December Picks Worth the Trip
🏡 1. Historic Lewes Holiday House Tour & Holiday Village — December 6, 2025, 9:30 AM–4:00 PM (Lewes, DE)
Take a charming stroll through historic Lewes as beautifully decorated private homes and public buildings open their doors for a festive Holiday House Tour. This event blends history, holiday spirit and community together — perfect for a relaxed December weekend. delawarebeaches.events
🎄 2. Capital Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration — December 4, 2025, 5:00 PM–8:00 PM (Dover, DE)
Downtown Dover lights up with live music, crafts at the public library, a live nativity, and the city tree‑lighting ceremony. Santa arrives by fire engine for a cheerful evening of holiday fun with families and the community. Visit Central Delaware
🐧 3. Holiday Happenings in Bethany Beach — December 6, 2025 (all day, small‑town beach vibe)
Bethany Beach invites families to enjoy crafts, rides, visits with Santa, and a festive tree lighting. A relaxed, walkable holiday experience — perfect for those who want beach charm with holiday warmth. delawarebeaches.events
🐾 4. Brandywine Zoo Winter Wonderland — December 6–7, 2025 (Wilmington area)
Bring the kids (or the young at heart) for hot cocoa, holiday crafts, and a festive zoo atmosphere — decorated lights, cheerful vibes, and a chance to see Santa in a fun, family‑friendly setting. visitwilmingtonde.com
🎨 5. (Optional/Local‑Charm) Holiday events across small towns in Delaware — Check local Main Street holiday programs for tree lightings, community gatherings, parades, skating, and more
Many smaller towns in Delaware host community‑based holiday celebrations with local shops, crafts, caroling, skating, and festive ambiance. These events may not be huge, but they offer charm, nostalgia and a sense of belonging. (Example: local tree lightings, Santa visits, small‑town parades) mainstreetdelaware.com+1
Why December in Delaware stands out: With cozy small‑town celebrations, historic vibes, family‑friendly events and local holiday charm, Delaware offers a more relaxed — but equally festive — holiday experience compared to big‑city hustle.