Community Calendar
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JULY 2026
7/20 - Walk-In Tech Assistance & Training at NC Public Library, 10am-5pm.
Recurring every Monday and Tuesday, get hands-on assistance with digital devices and services. Bring your smartphone, tablet, iPad, Kindle, or laptop. More info here.7/22 - Movies @ Old Town Hall: Grey Gardens (1975), 6:30pm.
$5-10 recommended donation, refreshments available, BYOB welcome, presented by NC Public Library and The Mercury. More info & film description at link.7/22 - Cherry Crush Concert (Dance, Classic Party) in Battery Park, 6:30-8pm.
Part of the Summer Concert Series from New Castle Community Partnership. Free.7/24 - Reading of the Declaration & Reenactment at NC Court House, 6pm.
Enjoy a full reading of the Declaration of Independence, a brief reenactment of the burning of the Court House’s tip staves, and a talk about civil disobedience and the Revolution.7/25 - Library on the Loose in Battery Park by the Wharf, 10am-12pm.
Join New Castle Public Library & partners in the park to take advantage of free resources for adults, kids and families, including healthy food and snaks, books and school supplies, hygiene and dental items, mental health and financial literacy resources & more.7/26 - New Castle Punk Rock Flea Market, at Old Town Hall, 12pm-5pm.
Enjoy live DJ sets while shopping for “records, art, clothing, crafts, oddities & more.” Presented by Underground Arts Alliance and The Mercury with sponsors/partners.7/26 - Old Town Outsiders: A Family Finds Entertainment (2004) at Town Hall, 6pm.
$5-10 recommended donation, refreshments available, BYOB welcome, presented by NC Public Library and The Mercury. More info & film description at link.7/29 - Wendy Logan Concert (Blues, Soul, Rock) in Battery Park, 6:30-8pm.
Part of the Summer Concert Series from New Castle Community Partnership. Free.7/29 - Movies @ Old Town Hall: 3 Women (1977), 6:30pm.
$5-10 recommended donation, refreshments available, BYOB welcome, presented by NC Public Library and The Mercury. More info & film description at link.
AUGUST 2026
8/2 to 8/8 - Kalmar Nyckel Docked at HNC for Day Sails, Delaware St. Wharf.
Check the Kalmar Nyckel website for details of the historic tall ship replica’s visit.8/5 - The Kennett Squares Concert (Blues & Rock) in Battery Park, 6:30-8pm.
Part of the Summer Concert Series from New Castle Community Partnership. Free.8/6 - Truly a Public House: Women & Tavern Keeping, at NCCHM, 7pm.
Jane Pilato will discuss women-run tavern keeping in the 18th century as part of New Castle Court House Museum’s annual History Revival speaker series.8/13 - When the Declaration of Independence was News, at NCCHM, 7pm.
Historian and author Emily Sneff will discuss the Declaration and how news of it spread as part of New Castle Court House Museum’s annual History Revival speaker series.8/15 - Library on the Loose in Battery Park by the Wharf, 10am-12pm.
Join New Castle Public Library & partners in the park to take advantage of free resources for adults, kids and families, including healthy food and snaks, books and school supplies, hygiene and dental items, mental health and financial literacy resources & more.8/15 - These Houses Were Homes: 5 Generations of Black Community in Old New Castle Walking Tour, starting from Read House & Gardens, 1pm-3pm.
2025 tours expand upon Dr. Benbow Flowers’ research on the African American population of Old New Castle with additional source materials, a revamped route and accompanying map, and a special focus on the time period from 1776-1876. ($25.)8/20 - Fighting Along the Delaware River in 1777, at NC Court House, 7pm.
Historical Michael Harris will highlight George Washington's efforts to keep the British Navy out of Philadelphia in the fall of 1777 as part of New Castle Court House Museum’s annual History Revival speaker series.8/27 - Loyalist Impression, at New Castle Court House Museum, 7pm.
Mark Wilson will discuss be portraying an officer of the Loyal American Regiment, and learn about the uniforms, equipment and life of a Loyalist in Delaware during the American Revolution. Part of NCCHM’s annual History Revival speaker series.8/28 - ‘Dog Days of Summer:’ National Treasure Film Viewing on The Green, 8pm.
A pet-friendly outdoor movie, hosted by New Castle Court House Museum. Watch the film and join in a discussion about its historic themes. Bring a (leashed) furry friend!8/29 - Leo DiSanto Returns, at Old Town Hall, 8pm.
“Leo Disanto is a special kind of story teller. Last time he was here he had us stompin, clappin, and furiously enjoying an amazing night out here in Historic New Castle. So excited to have him back!” … $25pp, tickets at the link.
SEPTEMBER 2026
9/3 - ‘To Give My Voice in the Matter of Independence,’ NC Court House, 7pm.
Historian Chuck Fithian examines aspects of Delaware’s colonial history and identity, the arrival of and the people’s reaction to the news of independence, and the varied and difficult responses Delawareans made in the years that followed. Part of NCCHM’s annual History Revival speaker series.9/12 - BENTOCON Comic & Anime Convention at the Library, 10am to 3pm.
Like a ‘bento box’ this event will be small, compact but full of incredibly talented people from all over the tri-state area: artists, vendors and writers that cater to fans of comic books, anime, cartoons and video games. More info at bentocon.com.9/13 - First Baptist Church of DE 150th Anniversary Celebration, 11am.
9/26 - Art on the Green in Battery Park, 10am-4pm.
Huge annual art & craft vendor show hosted by the New Castle Historic Lions Club.
OCTOBER 2026
10/10 - William Penn High School Homecoming Festival, at WPHS, 9am-Noon.
MONTHLY & ONGOING EVENTS
*NEW:* Free Yoga in the Park, Saturdays at 8am, hosted by Harmony Street Yoga in Battery Park (near the lot across from the tennis courts on W. 3rd St.
“A Center of the American Experience for 375 Years” — New Castle Historical Society’s newest standing exhibition, located at the Arsenal — opened in May, covering four centuries of New Castle history. It's free and open Thu - Sat, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm and Sun 11:30 am to 4:30 pm.
New Castle Saturday Market on The Green, every Saturday from 9am to 1pm.
2nd & Delaware Stitchers’ Guild meets the Second Tuesday of each month at 7pm at Denali Beauty Works.
Improv Fun & Games! at the NC Presbyterian Fellowship Hall, 2nd and 4th Mondays at 6pm. “Just show up! It’s free!”
Delaware Street Book Wyrms Fantasy Book Club, Third Wednesdays at 7pm at Denali Beauty Works.
Fourth Friday Art Loop at participating shops and galleries around downtown, including the Opera House, Mo’zArt Gallery, The Window on Delaware Street, The Arsenal/NCHS, the Mercury Cafe’s in-house gallery, and more!
Movies at Old Town Hall, Wednesdays at 6:30pm. From the Mercury Cafe and New Castle Public Library. (See specific listings above.)
Third Sundays: ‘Second Street Coffeehouse’ Local Talent Open Mic nights at NC Presbyterian Church’s fellowship hall on 2nd Street.
City Board and Commission Meetings are posted on the City Website, here.
New Castle Public Library - Full Program & Event Schedule.
New Castle Historical Society - Full Event Schedule.
New Castle Senior Center - Upcoming Activities (for member seniors)