Free summer concerts & music in the parks (New Castle County)
Summer evenings in the parks are one of the easiest family wins — pack a blanket and a picnic, let the kids run, and the music's free. This list is pulled straight from our calendar, soonest first, so it stays current as series fill in. Bring bug spray.
Bellevue Summer Concert: The~Core
Sun, Jul 26 · Bellevue State Park
The outdoor setting allows children to move freely, which can be helpful for families with active kids.
Beginner Ukulele Class for Kids
Mon, Jul 27 · Kirkwood Library
This event provides an opportunity for kids to try a new instrument without needing to own one, as ukuleles are available to borrow.
Zumbini Music & Movement
Tue, Jul 28 · Route 9 Library & Innovation Center
This program offers a structured way for adults and young children to engage with music and movement together.
Concert Series: Danny Paisley and the Southern Grass at Chapel Street Players Theater
Tue, Jul 28 · Newark Free Library
This concert offers an opportunity to experience live traditional bluegrass music, which may be a new experience for some children.
Concert Series: Danny Paisley and the Southern Grass at Chapel Street Players Theater
Tue, Jul 28 · Chapel Street Players Theater
This event offers an opportunity to experience live traditional bluegrass music in an indoor setting.
Jitterbugs Music & Movement at Newark Natural Foods
Wed, Jul 29 · Newark Free Library
This event provides an opportunity for young children to engage with music and movement in a social setting.
Jitterbugs Music & Movement at Newark Natural Foods
Wed, Jul 29 · Newark Natural Foods Co-Op
It's a fantastic free opportunity for your little ones to engage with music, move their bodies, and socialize in a welcoming community setting.
Ants on a Log Family Concert
Wed, Jul 29 · Appoquinimink Library
This concert offers an indoor activity that encourages active participation through singing and dancing for elementary-aged children.
Riverfront Summer Lunch Time Music Series with Emily Moses McNatt
Wed, Jul 29 · Riverfront Wilmington
The event provides a relaxed outdoor setting for families to enjoy live music, and the duration is relatively short.
Riverfront Summer Lunch Time Music Series
Wed, Jul 29 · Riverfront Wilmington
This free, outdoor music series offers a relaxed activity that is short enough for younger children's attention spans.
Ants on a Log
Thu, Jul 30 · Bear Library
The 45-minute Kindie Rock performance is designed for families with children, offering an engaging musical experience.
Ants on a Log Family Concert
Thu, Jul 30 · Woodlawn Library
It offers an interactive musical experience designed to engage both children and adults.
Music at the Market: Lester's Pearl
Thu, Jul 30 · Glasgow Park
The event offers a relaxed outdoor setting with music and a farmers market, providing activities for various interests.
Bellevue Summer Concert: Flatland Drive
Thu, Jul 30 · Bellevue State Park
This event offers a relaxed outdoor setting where families can enjoy live music and children can have some space to play.
Ant's on a Log Music Concert at Chapel Street Players Theater
Sat, Aug 1 · Newark Free Library
The interactive format of the concert may help keep younger children engaged.
Ant's on a Log Music Concert at Chapel Street Players Theater
Sat, Aug 1 · Chapel Street Players Theater
Ants on a Log Family Concert
Sat, Aug 1 · New Castle Public Library
This concert offers an interactive experience with music, singing, and dancing, making it suitable for its target age range of 4-11.
Clifford Brown Jazz Festival
Sun, Aug 2 · Rodney Square
It's a fantastic, free opportunity to expose your family to world-class live jazz music in a relaxed, community-focused outdoor setting.
Bellevue Summer Concert: Exit 93
Sun, Aug 2 · Bellevue State Park
The open lawn setting allows children to move around while adults enjoy the music, which can be helpful for families with active kids.
Riverfront Summer Lunch Time Music Series with Giovanna Kautz
Wed, Aug 5 · Riverfront Wilmington
The short duration of the performance makes it manageable for families with varying attention spans.
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Questions parents ask
Where are the free summer concerts near Wilmington?
Parks like Glasgow Park (Thursday nights) and Bellevue State Park run free outdoor concert series through the summer. This list updates from our live calendar as dates are posted.
Are the concerts really free?
These are the free ones (look for the Free tag). Bring your own picnic and chairs; some venues sell food on site.
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Event dates come straight from our live calendar and refresh automatically. Last reviewed June 14, 2026. Confirm anything dated on the source before you go.