Things to do in Ocean City, at Delaware Beaches: Fall festival time

If you long for the change in leaves, apple cider doughnuts and a welcoming chill on your face, then these fall festivals will lift your sweaty, mosquito-bitten spirits.

Sunfest

What: A four-day festival featuring live music, arts and crafts, food, hayrides and kids activities. 
When: Sept. 20-22 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sept. 23 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: The Inlet Lot at the south end of Ocean City Boardwalk.

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Wine on the Beach

What: The 24th annual Wine Fest features Maryland wineries, micro-brewed beer, Delmarva cuisine, arts and crafts, and local and regional live music.
When: Sept. 28-29 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: The Inlet parking lot in Ocean City, closest to the pier and the beach. Look for the festival tents.
Cost: General Admission is $35.00 at the Gate with valid photo ID required. Children ages 13-20 are $15. Children 12 and under are free. Anyone under the age of 21 must be accompanied by an adult.

Good Beer Festival

What: A fall offering of over 100 American craft brews, including a local beer garden featuring Eastern Shore breweries. Listen to live music and master brewers speaking about their craft.
When: Oct. 12 from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Oct. 13 from 12:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Where: Pemberton Historical Park, 5561 Plantation Lane, Salisbury.
Cost: Early bird one-day tasting tickets go for $25, or pay $35 on the day of the festival. Non-tasting tickets can also be purchased. Tickets can be purchased at Wicomico Youth & Civic Center until Oct. 11 or online at https://wicomicociviccenter.tix.com/Event.aspx?EventCode=1090109. 

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Autumn Wine Festival

What: A two-day outdoor wine festival that offers samplings from Maryland wineries, food and live entertainment.
When: Oct. 20-21 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Pemberton Historical Park, 5561 Plantation Lane, Salisbury.
Cost: Early bird one-day tickets are $25; two-day tickets are $40. Regular pricing is $35 for one day and $60 for two days. Non-tasting tickets range $5 for early bird and $10 at the door and include one non-alcoholic beverage. Tickets can be purchased online at https://wicomicociviccenter.tix.com/Event.aspx?EventCode=1085956.

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Delaware

SoDel Fest

What: A southern Delaware food, wine and music festival benefiting Children & Families First and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware. Enjoy 30 wines from around the world, craft beer and cuisine from over 20 local chefs and restaurants.
When: Sept. 29 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Independence Hall & Grounds, 23767 Samuel Adams Circle, Millsboro
Cost: Tickets are $95 and can be purchased online at https://www.sodelfest.com/.

Rehoboth Beach Jazz Festival

What: The 29th annual showcase of national and international jazz musicians in coastal Sussex County. 
When: Oct. 11-14
Where: The jazz festival operates in several venues throughout Rehoboth Beach, Dewey Beach and Lewes. 
Cost: Ticket prices vary and some events are free. To purchase tickets online and for a schedule and a venue list, visit http://www.rehobothjazz.com/.

Apple-Scrapple Festival

What: A Delaware classic, the 27th annual fest will feature music, dancing, artisans and a mayoral scrapple toss. Several species of fried food will likely be wafting in the air.
When: Oct. 12 from 4 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. and Oct. 13 from 9 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Where: Downtown Bridgeville. Two separate fields, one for main parking and one for handicapped parking, are located on Main Street.

Sea Witch Festival

What: The 29th annual festival will include two parades, fiddlers and family fun. As always, Sea Witch is a great opportunity to step out of the stuffy office suit and unleash your inner weird. Don't forget to dress up the dog.
When: Oct. 26-28.
Where: Downtown Rehoboth Beach

Virginia

Chincoteague Oyster Festival

What: The 46th annual opportunity for Virginia-bound seafood lovers to enjoy the fruits of the sea.
When: Oct. 6. Gates open at 10 a.m. and seafood is served from noon to 4 p.m.
Where: Tom's Cove Park, 8128 Beebe Road, Chincoteague
Cost: The $45 ticket gives you access to all things clam (on the half shell, steamed, single fried, fritters and as chowder), shrimp cocktail, a salad bar, boardwalk fries, hushpuppies, hot dogs, water and soft drinks. Beer may be purchased separately. Kids under five are free.