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Customer Service Champion - Kevin Fuillman
Downtown Wilmington’s November Customer Service Champion is Kevin Fullman of 901 Market Tower. Kevin is a pillar of the Downtown community, having worked in this building for 35 years, including the last five years as the Front Lobby Building Manager. Kevin is always friendly, welcoming, and helpful to both the building’s residents and the many people who walk through the doors each day. 901 Market Tower would not be the same without him!
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Wright & Simon
For 90 years, Wright & Simon has been dressing Wilmington – and the gentlemen who pass through it. Founded in 1935, this Market Street institution is where quality, character, and the perfect fit come together. From made-to-measure suits in Italian fabrics to the perfect tie for a last-minute court appearance, Leonard Simon has kept the tradition alive through thick and thin. Walking through those doors isn’t just shopping – its stepping into a piece of Downtown history. Wright & Simon is located at 911 N. Market Street.
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Family-Owned & Small Business Tasting Series: Bourbon
The Nomad
Head to The Nomad on November 11, 2026, at 6pm, for the second of their Family & Small Business Tasting Series in partnership with Vintage Imports. The November event features Bourbons from small or family-owned distillers. Grab a friend (or make some new ones at the bar) and join them! The Nomad is located at 905 N. Orange Street.
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Microwave & Free Throw
The Queen
Fans of emo, punk, and alternative rock won’t want to miss the stacked lineup of Microwave, Free Throw, Carly Cosgrove and Puddle Splasher at The Queen on November 11, 2026, starting at 7pm. Headliner Microwave’s latest release, Let’s Start Degeneracy, marks a liberated new chapter for the band. The Queen is located at 500 N. Market Street.
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House of Catharsis Zinester Workshop
Create Magic Art Studio
The House of Catharsis Zinester Workshop comes to Create Magic Art Studio on November 12, 2026, from 2pm – 8pm. Make your own zine and check out a bunch of free zines from the House of Catharsis large library! Open to the public and FREE! Create Magic Art Studio is located at 419 N. Market Street.
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A Special Screening of Rent
Theatre N
Join the Delaware HIV Consortium for a special screening of RENT at Theatre N on November 12, 2026, at 6pm. The Consortium is celebrating 30 years of this iconic musical, bringing the community together to revisit a story that reminds us of what matters most: love, compassion, connection, and showing up for one another. Theatre N is located at 221 W. 10th Street.
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Music Bingo with DJ Taven
Chancery Market
Head to the Chancery Market for Music Bingo with DJ Taven on November 12, 2026, from 6pm – 8pm. Test your music knowledge, sing along to your favorite hits, and compete for fun prizes! The Chancery Market has a full-service indoor/outdoor bar, a variety of delicious food options, and three hours of free onsite parking. The Chancery Market is located at 1313 N Market Street.
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Teresa Caputo Live: The Experience
Playhouse on Rodney Square
Theresa Caputo, known as the Long Island Medium, brings her live show to the Playhouse on Rodney Square on November 12, 2026, at 7:30pm. Recognized as one of the most renowned mediums for over 20 years, Theresa Caputo Live: The Experience is the awe-inspiring event you won’t want to miss. The Playhouse on Rodney Square is located at 1007 N. Market Street.
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The Serafins
Grace United Methodist Church
Join Serafin Ensemble on Friday, November 13, at 7 PM at Grace United Methodist Church for CZECH PLEASE!, an evening of exceptional chamber music and musicians, featuring works by Dvořák and Martinů. Internationally acclaimed musicians Eric Pritchard, Kate Ransom, Adelya Shagidullina, and Jacques-Pierre Malan will perform. Grace United Methodist Church is located at 900 N. Washington Street.
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Upfront on Market: First State Ballet Theatre
The Grand
Experience Dance Up Close as First State Ballet Theatre presents Up Front on Market, November 13 & 15, 2026, in Studio 1 at The Grand! Be moved by an exciting program of classical favorites and innovative contemporary work in an intimate setting with only 75 seats available for each show. The Grand is located at 818 N. Market Street.
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What The Funk
Tonic Seafood & Steak
Funk, soul, and high-energy rhythms are on the menu when What The Funk takes the stage at Tonic Seafood & Steak on November 13, 2026, from 7pm – 10pm. Tonic pairs top-tier food and cocktails with some of the area’s best live music – making it the perfect place to spend a weekend evening. Tonic Seafood & Steak is located at 111 W. 11th Street.
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Book Signing: Ray Didinger NEW DATE
Huxley & Hiro
Huxley & Hiro hosts acclaimed American sportswriter, radio personality, sports author, and playwright, Ray Didinger on November 14, 2026, from 10am – noon, for a signing of his new book, Look What the Kid Wrote Today: Quotes, Anecdotes, and Other Musings. Candid and insightful, this latest book is Didinger at his best. Huxley & Hiro is located at 601 N. Market Street.
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Historic Perspectives: Photo Walk
Delaware Historical Society
Look at Market Street through a new lens at the Delaware Historical Society’s Historic Perspectives Photo Walk on November 14, 2026, from 2pm – 4pm. Presented in partnership with 1865 studios, this guided walking tour will give you an opportunity to see Downtown Wilmington differently. The Delaware Historical Society is located at 504 N. Market Street.
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The Rock Orchestra Plays Peter Gabriel
The Grand
Experience the music of one of rock’s most visionary artists when The Rock Orchestra explores the layered artistry of Peter Gabriel at Copeland Hall in The Grand on November 14, 2026, at 8pm. This powerful performance includes fan favorites from his solo albums including the 1986 album “So” in its entirety. The Grand is located at 818 N. Market Street.
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Sunday Brunch
Roost Pub & Kitchen
Roost Pub & Kitchen will bring the mimosas, hot coffee and brunch favorites – all you have to do is show up! Enjoy a menu of comfort food classics with a twist, along with great cocktails and an expansive beer list. Brunch is served every Sunday from 10:30am – 2:30pm. Roost Pub & Kitchen is located at 829 N. Market Street.
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Cards & Collectibles Show
The Queen
The Cards & Collectibles Show takes over The Queen on November 15, 2026, from 10am – 4 pm, bringing together sports cards, trading card games, memorabilia, comics, collectibles, and more. From rookie cards to unique collectibles and pop culture treasures, you never know what you’ll uncover! The Queen is located at 500 N. Market Street.
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Riverfront November Vespers
Bridge Art Gallery
The November Riverfront 5:05 Vespers brings together music, art, and communion for an evening of creative spiritual practice at the Bridge Art Gallery on November 15, 2026, at 5:05pm. Presented by Riverfront Ministries, all are welcome, complete with doubts, questions, hopes, and fears. The Bridge Art Gallery is located at 213 N. Market Street.
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Twelve Plus One: Belton, Bulah, Brown and the Movement Towards Equality
The Grand
Twelve Plus One: Belton, Bulah, Brown and the Movement Towards Equality is a new dance and storytelling production premiering in Copeland Hall at The Grand on November 17, 2026, at 6:30pm. Created as part of Wilmington Celebrates Delaware 250, the performance combines original choreography by Ashley SK Davis, original music by Jonathan W. Whitney, and poetry and storytelling by Traci Currie. The Grand is located at 818 N. Market Street.
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Thanksgiving Day MS Run
The Thanksgiving Day MS Run, a National Multiple Sclerosis Society event presented by PNC Bank, has been a holiday tradition in Wilmington for more than 40 years. This year’s Thanksgiving Day MS Run is November 26, 2026, at 9am, at the PNC Bank Center in Downtown Wilmington. The event offers competitive 5K & 10K runs, a 5K walk, and a kiddie fun run. Fundraise to unlock additional prizes, including a branded mug! The PNC Bank Center is located at 222 Delaware Avenue.
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62nd Annual Wilmington Jaycees Christmas Parade
The 62nd Annual Wilmington Jaycees Annual Christmas Parade will be held in Downtown Wilmington on Market Street on November 28, 2026, starting at 11am. The Parade will feature local celebrities and dignitaries, marching and string bands, community organizations, floats and attractions, and of course Santa Claus. Don’t forget that the Elves will be accepting letters to Santa!
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Shop Small Saturday
Small Business Saturday, a day to celebrate and support small businesses and all they do for our communities, is November 28, 2026. Small businesses create jobs and boost the economy! This Small Business Saturday, and all year long, make sure to #shopsmall to support small businesses in Downtown Wilmington!
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Free Holiday Shipping
Support Downtown Wilmington retailers this holiday season and enjoy FREE SHIPPING, courtesy of Downtown Visions! Shop directly through your favorite Downtown store’s website between October 1 and December 31, 2026, and your shipping costs are on us. It's the perfect way to find unique gifts while supporting the small businesses that make Downtown Wilmington special.
Shop local, save on shipping, and support small businesses!
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