Family events in Laurel, DE

At Crown Sports Center, Shore Acres Artisans & Farmers Market brings the community together to shop fresh, support local, and connect. This producer-only marketplace lets you buy straight from the people who make and grow it, including farmers, bakers, artists, and other makers. Expect seasonal fruits and vegetables, locally raised beef, pork, and lamb, breads, pastries and sweets, coffee and specialty beverages, original art and handmade goods, jewelry and distinctive artisan pieces, plus clean skincare and wellness items. First-time visitors can bring a reusable bag, chat with vendors to learn exactly what they are purchasing, and plan time to stroll, shop, and linger. Every purchase helps local families and small businesses and nurtures the future of food and creativity on the Eastern Shore. There are no chain stores or self-checkout here... just real food, real art, and real people. It aims to be more than a market by turning everyday shopping into a community movement.

This calm, hands-on sensory play session is designed for little ones and allows children to explore at their own pace. Lights are kept low, music stays off, and a variety of tactile stations invite discovery, including a coloring table, a Play-Doh table for shaping and squishing, and sensory bins with engaging textures. Ice cream is 50 percent off during the session, and the gentle atmosphere suits toddlers and young children who benefit from less stimulation while still having plenty of fun.

Seaford Library hosts Miss Maria for a live class featuring music and movement for children and their caregivers. Everyone participates together in an interactive session in a library setting.

Seaford Library offers a weekly crafting program with Miss Carla where children create a different project each session. The specific activity varies from week to week, with details available on the library’s calendar. The program is presented as Fantastic Friday Crafts.

Friday nights light up with a glow-themed experience. Bring your own glow-in-the-dark accessories, or pick up glow necklaces at check-in. Admission options include checking in through funfull or paying regular entry. Food and drink specials are available.

A flea market with vendor spaces available at $10 for each 10x10 area.

Presented by ACDC, this Touch-A-Truck experience lets children get up close to real vehicles. Young visitors can climb in the cab, try the driver’s seat, and learn how different trucks work, all in one place with plenty of hands-on fun. Admission is free, and optional donations support Asbury Child Development Center. Truck owners interested in taking part can contact Director Casey Taylor at casey@asburyweb.org.

Delmar Heritage Day honors the community’s roots as a railroad town that straddles the Mason-Dixon Line, bringing neighbors together for artisan booths, food stands, and activities for all ages. A signature moment is the spirited tug-of-war that pulls from one side of the Maryland and Delaware border to the other. Grandpa Rich’s Jams, Jellies & Preserves returns to the festival. The celebration is presented by the Delmar Heritage Day Committee and takes place in downtown Delmar.

Settle in by the water at Marina Park in Federalsburg for live music from Turning Point. Bring a chair and some friends, take in the fresh air, and enjoy the small-town charm as the music drifts along the Marshyhope.

Enjoy a hands-on field trip at Little Lane Flower Company that invites families to experience an operating flower farm and the beauty of locally grown blooms. Guided learning focuses on how flowers are cultivated and cared for throughout the season, along with the essential roles of bees, butterflies, and other pollinators in a healthy ecosystem. Through engaging farm education, children gain a deeper understanding of nature, plant life cycles, and the connections between plants, insects, and the environment. As part of the visit, each participant may pick a small bouquet to take home. This outdoor experience is well suited for nature lovers, budding gardeners, and curious learners of all ages, celebrating vibrant colors, refreshing scents, and the wonders of a flower farm while highlighting how pollinators help the world flourish.