EVENTS AT MAKERS

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LOOKING FOR THINGS TO DO IN WILMINGTON, DELAWARE? MAKERS ALLEY IS YOUR GO-to beer garden for live entertainment, weekly events, and seasonal pop-ups in the heart of downtown wilmington. from live music to trivia nights to interactive experiences and craft beer events, there’s always something happening.

join us for live & local, our live music series presented by the queen theater, featuring local artists every saturday throughout the summer. test your knowledge at trivia night, sing along at music bingo, or explore our rotating events like brewery tap takeovers, beer tastings and pairings, paint nights, and more.

throughout the year, makers alley hosts some of wilmington’s most popular seasonal events and pop-ups including oktoberfest celebrations, halloween and holiday themed pop-up bars, and more. whether you’re meeting friends for drinks or planning a night out, our indoor-outdoor beer garden offers one of the best event experiences in wilmington delaware.

live & local: the detours
Aug
1

live & local: the detours

Join us for Live & Local featuring The Detours on Saturday, August 1 from 6–9 PM!

Known for bringing classic vinyl favorites to audiences across Delaware and the Philadelphia area, The Detours feature Tim Hein, Dan Bartnik, Ron Lassiter, and Brian Erskine performing the timeless hits that keep everyone singing along.

Spend your Saturday evening enjoying live music, craft beer, cocktails, and delicious food in Wilmington's favorite indoor-outdoor beer garden. Bring your friends, grab a table, and enjoy a night filled with great tunes and great company.

PLUS: Take advantage of 3-hours of FREE parking at the Midtown Park garage. Located at 840 Orange Street, all you have to do is register your car with AirGarage and ask a Makers Alley team member for the QR code to validate.

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Match Day Kickoff Event
Jun
12

Match Day Kickoff Event

Join Makers Alley for their Match Day Kick Off Event! The evening will feature drink specials including $5 Michelob Ultra drafts, $6 Stella Artois drafts, and $6 NÜTRL Vodka Seltzers while fans gather to celebrate the start of a month of international soccer competition. Guests can also put their skills to the test in a shuffleboard competition with prizes awarded throughout the event. Whether stopping in for the drinks, the games, or the matchday atmosphere, Makers Alley is the place to kick off the excitement.

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Our Night Out
May
21

Our Night Out

Our Night Out returns to Makers Alley on May 21 at 6 PM for an inclusive LGBTQ+ community gathering focused on connection, conversation, and fun.

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May
2
to May 5

Cinco de Makers

Cinco de Makers brings festive food and drink specials to the beer garden with street tacos, Mexican beers, makeritas, flavored margs, and palomas.

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Rainbow Records Record Store Day Pre-Party
Apr
15

Rainbow Records Record Store Day Pre-Party

Join us for a record store day pre-party! rainbow records will be stopping by the beer garden with their iconic record bus offering over 1,500 records for sale. plus we will be hosting live performances by lowercase roses and redbirds.

free to attend for all ages!

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cookies on tap: girl scout cookie & craft beer pairing event
Mar
19

cookies on tap: girl scout cookie & craft beer pairing event

Cookies on Tap brings together craft beer and classic Girl Scout cookies for a one-night tasting event at Makers Alley. Each ticket includes six curated cookie and beer pairings featuring IPAs, pilsners, porters, and stouts. Sip and snack your way through the tasting in Wilmington’s only indoor-outdoor beer garden. It’s the perfect excuse to gather friends and try something new.

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Music Bingo
Mar
12

Music Bingo

Music Bingo is back at Makers Alley! Join us in Wilmington, Delaware’s best beer garden for a night of music, drinks, and friendly competition.

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