11 ways to enjoy the sunny, 70s weather headed for Delaware this weekend

Friday's rain is not a preview for the rest of the weekend's weather.

The forecast for Saturday and Sunday is sunny and in the 70s all around the state, so the deluge of events set for the weekend should go off without a rain delay.

Here are 10 events to hit up this weekend, with no need for raincoats or umbrellas.

SATURDAY

Bourbon, Beer & Butts: Rock of the ‘70s by Rare Earth, Poco, Atlanta Rhythm Section and Firefall. Plus nosh on pork, brisket or chicken from Mission BBQ and sample bourbons from Knob Creek, High West American Prairie, Dark Rye, Blanton's, Sagamore Rye and more. Doors open at 5 p.m., show starts at 6 p.m. at the Delaware State Fairgrounds, Quillen Arena, 18500 S. du Pont Highway, Harrington. $32/concert only, $59/BBQ package, and $99/VIP. www.delawarestatefair.com

Brews by the Bay: One-of-a-kind and hard-to-find beers plus music by Brixton Saint and The Phryg and food from Rosenfeld’s Jewish Deli, Taco Reho, The Sea Hogg Downtime Refreshment and The Hungry Spork. Noon-4 p.m. Delaware Seashore State Park, Bethany Beach. $10-$40.

Delmarva Folk Festival: The annual festival starts Friday with the Folk Hero Contest, but the main event is Saturday. The 27th annual event features the Folk Hero contest winner, Amy Duckett Wagner, Kindred Spirits, Sand Creek, K. Rondeau & Show, Chris English Duo, Sol Knopf, Meghan Cary Trio and Cold Chocolate. Noon. 325 Downs Chapel Road, Hartly. $30.

Fall Gardening Festival: Kids will have a lot to do as parents pick up gardening tips at Mt. Cuba this weekend. There are story times, live music, a kid-friendly storybook stroll, touch-a-truck and more. Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., gardens are open until 4 p.m. Mt. Cuba Center, 3120 Barley Mill Road, Hockessin. $5-$10, free for kids 5 and younger.

Fortify Music Fest: How do you promote a new residential community? Throw a music festival. Wait. What? That’s what’s happening this weekend at Fort DuPont in Delaware City. Two stages of outdoor music include June Divided (Police tribute), Soraia (David Bowie and Joan Jett tribute), Spokey Speaky (Bob Marley tribute), Nappy Riddem, Steal Your Peach (Grateful Dead and Allman Brothers tribute), Montana Wildaxe, Joey DiTullio and Kashmir (Led Zeppelin tribute). There will also be food trucks, a beer garden and Twin Lakes’ new Fortify IPA available, brewed just for the festival. Go to fortifyfest.com for details. 1-9 p.m., Fort du Pont, 260 Old Elm Ave., Delaware City.

St. Hedwig's Polish Festival: You have a couple more days to enjoy polkas and pierogi on the Wilmington Riverfront. The festival near Frawley Stadium runs from 5-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday and from 3-10 p.m. Sunday, with lunch available 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Admission and parking are free. The Skelly’s Amusements rides and midway opens at 6 p.m. You can pay per ride, or a $45 mega-band covers all rides every evening. www.polishfestival.net. 

Community Fun Fest & Soul of the City Festival: The Episcopal Church of Saints Andrew and Matthew and Christina Cultural Arts Center have teamed up with two festivals running together in Wilmington. The all-ages celebration of art, music and community runs from noon-6 p.m. Shipley Street from 7th to 8th streets, and 7th and Market streets, Wilmington.

Vet Fest: The festival returns to Middletown (801 Mapleton Ave.) Saturday for a day of honor, music and a parade. At noon, a veterans parade kicks off before the three-hour music festival begins at 12:30 p.m. There's a suggested donation of $5 to $25 for admission. The festival benefits 22 in 22, a Wilmington-based nonprofit that combats suicide among veterans. 9:30 a.m. 5k registration, 10:45 a.m. color guard presentation, 11 a.m. run to honor military and first responders, noon parade, 12:30 p.m. music starts.

Frightland: The season of terror started Friday night and it runs into early November. Eight themed areas are set to freak out guests across 350 acres of farmland that hugs Del. 1 just south of St. Georges. Opens at 6 p.m Saturday. 309 Port Penn Road, Middletown. $30-$60.

SUNDAY

Taste of Newark: Guests will be dining on and drinking offerings from about 50 restaurants, wineries, breweries and distributors, so expect to see longtime favorites like Caffe Gelato, Home Grown, the Courtyard Newark and Deer Park Tavern as well as newer entries like Playa Bowls and Pachamama Peruvian Rotisserie. Paired with the tasty eats and drinks are a silent auction and cooking demonstrations. Noon-3 p.m.  Old College Lawn, 10 E. Main St., Newark. $50 to $60. Facebook.com/tasteofnewark. 

Faithful Friends 5k & Mutt Mile: Let your pup stretch his or her legs at this fundraiser for Faithful Friends Animal Society. Options include a 5k or a 1-mile walk. There are post-race treats for very good dogs and people, too. 8:30 a.m. check in, first run at 9:50 a.m. Bellevue State Park, 800 Carr Road, Wilmington. $20-$35. www.faithfulfriends5k.com.

St. Hedwig's Polish Festival: 3-10 p.m. Sunday at the Wilmington Riverfront, near Frawley Stadium. Admission and parking are free. Rides and midway open at 6 p.m. You can pay per ride, or a $45 mega-band covers all rides every evening. www.polishfestival.net. 

Fall Gardening Festival: Gardening tips and workshops, plus story times, live music, a kid-friendly storybook stroll, touch-a-truck and more. 10 a.m.-2 p.m., gardens are open until 4 p.m. Mt. Cuba Center, 3120 Barley Mill Road, Hockessin. $5-$10, free for kids 5 and younger.