There’s nothing more interesting than spending a day in the village of Arden, Delaware. This unique, utopian village was founded by architects and poets, and to this day, retains an artsy charm that’s hard to find elsewhere. Each September, the town opens its door to show off its character during the Arden Fair. This year is the 111th year the fair will be run!

Arden is the most unique village in Delaware, and if you’ve never visited, it’s worth learning a little more about the town.

Facebook / Arden Fair and Antiques Market Arden is an old fashioned utopian town, and the community is supported by “gilds.” The Gilds in Arden include the Concert Gild, Dinner Gild, Library Gild, Shakespeare Gild and more. Every day they come together to put on an old fashioned village fair that is sure to delight you.

Thousands of Delawareans flock to Arden on the first Saturday in September to celebrate the village.

Facebook / Arden Fair and Antiques Market This year, the Arden Fair is held on September 1, 2018. This is the 111th rendition of this quirky New Castle County event.

Dozens of vendors come to show off and sell their homemade wares, jewerly, and handcrafted goods.

Arden Fair Prepare yourself for a wonderful shopping spree! There are so many artisans who attend that it will be hard to narrow down your selections.

The entertainment at the Arden Fair is top notch.

Facebook / Arden Fair and Antiques Market Families will love the live theater, street entertainers, and face painters that find themselves sharing their skills with all of Arden.

A highlight of the Arden Fair is the musical performances in Shady Grove.

Facebook / Arden Fair and Antiques Market Every year, local bands come to play for the fair, drumming up plenty of local support and ensuring that everyone has a great time.

Be sure to get there early. You’ll want to spend the day shopping and the evening relaxing.

Facebook / Arden Fair and Antiques Market Bring a chair or beach towel to lay down when it comes time to relax and enjoy the music.

There’s a reason this event has been so successful over the last 111 years - the people of Arden really know how to throw a party.

Facebook / Shady Grove Music Fest The Arden Fair runs from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and during the Fair’s hours you will find countless things to explore. Enjoy shopping through over 120 vendor stalls, listening to free live music, strolling through an art exhibit, and snacking on kettle corn and other fair food all day long.

You’ll find all the fun on Arden Fair Day (September 1, 2018) at the Arden Club Gild Hall, 2126 The Highway, Wilmington, DE 19810. For parking information and Fair updates, keep an eye on the Arden Club website here.

Facebook / Arden Fair and Antiques Market

Arden is an old fashioned utopian town, and the community is supported by “gilds.” The Gilds in Arden include the Concert Gild, Dinner Gild, Library Gild, Shakespeare Gild and more. Every day they come together to put on an old fashioned village fair that is sure to delight you.

This year, the Arden Fair is held on September 1, 2018. This is the 111th rendition of this quirky New Castle County event.

Arden Fair

Prepare yourself for a wonderful shopping spree! There are so many artisans who attend that it will be hard to narrow down your selections.

Families will love the live theater, street entertainers, and face painters that find themselves sharing their skills with all of Arden.

Every year, local bands come to play for the fair, drumming up plenty of local support and ensuring that everyone has a great time.

Bring a chair or beach towel to lay down when it comes time to relax and enjoy the music.

Facebook / Shady Grove Music Fest

The Arden Fair runs from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and during the Fair’s hours you will find countless things to explore. Enjoy shopping through over 120 vendor stalls, listening to free live music, strolling through an art exhibit, and snacking on kettle corn and other fair food all day long.

To learn more about what makes Arden the most most unusual village in Delaware, read The Unique Village In Delaware Where Time Stands Still.

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