Wilmington Events 2026-2027
Your guide to live events and things to do in Wilmington, DE, and nearby areas.
- Updated: November 13, 2026
Events take place across Wilmington throughout 2026, including major concerts, sports, and live performances happening every week. Browse by date, venue, or category to find what’s happening near you.
- 159 Upcoming Events
- 2 Events This Weekend
- 7 Event Venues
- 8 Event Categories
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- All Events 159
- sports 88
- concerts 19
- broadway 24
- Live Shows 68
- comedy 6
- family 16
- This Weekend 2
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Browse events in 2026 by date and venue, including concerts, shows, sports, and more across the city and nearby areas.- Nov 13, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — BASKETBALL: Delaware Blue Coats vs. Maine Celtics at Chase Fieldhouse,
401 Garasches Lane, Wilmington, DE 19801, US. From $33, Avg. price ~ $120, Tickets Available: 213. Select Seats
- Nov 14, 2026, 6:00 PM Sat — BASKETBALL, Best Value, Weekend Event: Delaware Blue Coats vs. Maine Celtics at Chase Fieldhouse,
401 Garasches Lane, Wilmington, DE 19801, US. From $30, Avg. price ~ $129, Tickets Available: 207. Select Seats
- Nov 19, 2026, 8:00 PM Thu — POP / ROCK: Geoff Tate's Operation: Mindcrime at Copeland Hall At Grand Opera House - DE,
818 North Market Street, Wilmington, DE 19801, US. From $59, Avg. price ~ $216, Tickets Available: 135. Select Seats
- Nov 21, 2026, 6:00 PM Sat — Concert, Weekend Event, Pay Later Available: CoroAllegro: The Power of Live - A 1980s Concert & Gala at The Baby Grand At Grand Opera House - DE,
818 North Market Street, Wilmington, DE 19801, US. From $132, Avg. price ~ $152, 8 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 27, 2026, 6:00 PM Fri — BASKETBALL, Best Value: Delaware Blue Coats vs. Raptors 905 at Chase Fieldhouse,
401 Garasches Lane, Wilmington, DE 19801, US. From $28, Avg. price ~ $95, Tickets Available: 345. Select Seats
- Nov 27, 2026, 8:00 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY, Pay Later Available: Six The Musical at The Playhouse on Rodney Square • 1252 seats,
1007 North Market Street, Wilmington, DE 19801, US. From $114, Avg. price ~ $306, Tickets Available: 126. Select Seats
- Nov 28, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event, Pay Later Available: Six The Musical at The Playhouse on Rodney Square • 1252 seats,
1007 North Market Street, Wilmington, DE 19801, US. From $152, Avg. price ~ $417, Tickets Available: 76. Select Seats
- Nov 28, 2026, 8:00 PM Sat — Concert, Best Value, Weekend Event: The Land of Ozz at Crown Room - The Queen,
500 N Market St., Wilmington, DE 19801, US. From $28, Avg. price ~ $35, 22 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 28, 2026, 8:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event, Pay Later Available: Six The Musical at The Playhouse on Rodney Square • 1252 seats,
1007 North Market Street, Wilmington, DE 19801, US. From $128, Avg. price ~ $273, Tickets Available: 128. Select Seats
- Nov 29, 2026, 1:00 PM Sun — BASKETBALL, Best Value, Weekend Event: Delaware Blue Coats vs. Raptors 905 at Chase Fieldhouse,
401 Garasches Lane, Wilmington, DE 19801, US. From $28, Avg. price ~ $97, Tickets Available: 420. Select Seats
- Nov 29, 2026, 2:00 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event, Pay Later Available: Six The Musical at The Playhouse on Rodney Square • 1252 seats,
1007 North Market Street, Wilmington, DE 19801, US. From $163, Avg. price ~ $735, 17 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 01, 2026, 7:00 PM Tue — COUNTRY / FOLK: Jessica Lynn at Copeland Hall At Grand Opera House - DE,
818 North Market Street, Wilmington, DE 19801, US. From $73, Avg. price ~ $89, 26 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 01, 2026, 7:00 PM Tue — BASKETBALL, Best Value: Delaware Blue Coats vs. Capital City Go-Go at Chase Fieldhouse,
401 Garasches Lane, Wilmington, DE 19801, US. From $30, Avg. price ~ $52, Tickets Available: 287. Select Seats
- Dec 04, 2026, 8:00 PM Fri — ALTERNATIVE: A Flock of Seagulls at The Queen - Wilmington • 1200 seats,
500 N Market Street, Wilmington, DE 19801, US. From $56, Avg. price ~ $93, Tickets Available: 243. Select Seats
- Dec 06, 2026, 4:00 PM Sun — DANCE, Weekend Event: Eleone Dance Theatre: Carols In Color at Copeland Hall At Grand Opera House - DE,
818 North Market Street, Wilmington, DE 19801, US. From $77, Avg. price ~ $92, Tickets Available: 144. Select Seats
- Dec 11, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — BASKETBALL, Best Value: Delaware Blue Coats vs. Westchester Knicks at Chase Fieldhouse,
401 Garasches Lane, Wilmington, DE 19801, US. From $28, Avg. price ~ $99, Tickets Available: 524. Select Seats
- Dec 11, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — BALLET: Wilmington Ballet: The Nutcracker at The Playhouse on Rodney Square • 1252 seats,
1007 North Market Street, Wilmington, DE 19801, US. From $61, Avg. price ~ $125, Tickets Available: 296. Select Seats
- Dec 11, 2026, 8:00 PM Fri — Concert: A Rocky Mountain Christmas - John Denver Tribute With Ted Vigil at The Baby Grand At Grand Opera House - DE,
818 North Market Street, Wilmington, DE 19801, US. From $74, Avg. price ~ $94, 21 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 11, 2026, 8:00 PM Fri — RAP / HIP HOP: Talib Kweli at The Queen - Wilmington • 1200 seats,
500 N Market Street, Wilmington, DE 19801, US. From $37, Avg. price ~ $53, Tickets Available: 328. Select Seats
- Dec 12, 2026, 1:00 PM Sat — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event: First State Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker at Copeland Hall At Grand Opera House - DE,
818 North Market Street, Wilmington, DE 19801, US. From $66, Avg. price ~ $197, Tickets Available: 192. Select Seats
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From long-running shows to packed venues, this list breaks down what’s playing across Wilmington. Check schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates by show and location.
Frequently Asked Questions
What events are happening in Wilmington right now?
A little bit of everything — concerts, shows, sports, comedy. Wilmington rarely sits still. Check the schedule above to see what’s happening today, this week, or whenever you finally make plans.
How often is the event schedule updated?
Pretty often — like, more than your group chat actually commits to plans. New events get added as soon as dates and venues are confirmed.
Can I browse events by date or venue?
Yep. Filter by date, venue, or category and skip the endless scrolling. Your future self will appreciate it.
Are events held year-round in Wilmington?
Yeah — Wilmington doesn’t really take a season off. There’s always something going on, even when the weather’s doing its thing.
Where do events take place in Wilmington?
Everywhere — arenas, theaters, stadiums, clubs, and venues across Wilmington, DE. Big stages, small stages, and everything in between.
Do new events get added regularly?
All the time. If a tour drops or a game gets scheduled, it usually shows up here faster than you hear about it from friends.
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