Family events in Newark, DE

This family support meeting offers education, encouragement, and opportunities to connect for those impacted by substance use. It provides a compassionate space for families to learn, share experiences, and build supportive relationships with others facing similar challenges.

Jumperoo at Urban Air Christiana offers a dedicated play session for children ages 5 and under. The park is set aside just for little jumpers, creating space for bouncing, climbing, and exploring without older kids. Parents and caregivers are welcome to take part and support their toddlers as they play. Attractions are designed with young children in mind to keep the experience safe, engaging, and fun. Advance tickets are required. Jump socks are required, with pairs available for purchase. Expect a relaxed atmosphere that encourages bonding and plenty of photo-worthy moments.

A yearly celebration of the autumn season, offering a welcoming and festive atmosphere that captures the spirit of fall.

A community celebration honors local kids and teens who are bravely facing childhood cancer, surrounded by superhero fun for all ages and plenty of meaningful ways to help. The day includes a heartfelt salute to these young heroes, along with perspectives from families, medical professionals, and nonprofit workers on how childhood cancer affects the community. Attendees can take action by donating blood at the Blood Bank of Delmarva blood drive. A kickoff giveaway will enter the first 20 people registered for the blood drive to win a $50 DelPez gift card. Additional ways to contribute include donating hair at a station run by Trilogy Salon, crafting cards or hero bracelets for children in treatment, visiting nonprofit booths to learn about local support efforts, and registering with NMDP, the international bone marrow registry. Superhero-themed activities add to the experience with an obstacle course and jousting ring, meet-and-greets with Captain America and Spiderman, superhero training, an inflatable designed for younger children, face painting, a villain-hunting scavenger quest with a prize, interactions with first responder heroes, a photo booth with superhero filters, and super performances. Free raffles offer chances to win prizes, and winners must be present to claim them. Food trucks will be on site, and all purchases will benefit local nonprofits that support kids fighting cancer.