Full Calendar

Nov
12
to Nov 15

Pretzelmania

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Pretzelmania takes over Thompson Island Brewing November 12–15 with giant pretzels, pretzel paninis, hot dog burnt ends, onion rings, and more.

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Nov
26

Rylie's Smile Thanksgiving 5K

Rylie’s Smile Turkey Escape 5K at Thompson Island Brewing

Thanksgiving Morning – Thursday, November 26, 2026
Packet Pick-Up Celebration – Wednesday, November 25, 2026
📍 Thompson Island Brewing Company | 30133 Veterans Way, Rehoboth Beach, DE

Join us Thanksgiving morning at Thompson Island Brewing Company for the Rylie’s Smile Turkey Escape 5K, benefiting the Rylie’s Smile Foundation, a Delaware nonprofit supporting children with serious medical conditions.

Start your holiday with a great cause and a festive run through Rehoboth Beach. Enjoy community spirit, good times, and Thompson Island beer as we celebrate Rylie’s incredible mission to help families and children in need.

Packet Pick-Up Celebration

Wednesday, November 25 | 4:00–7:00 PM

Kick off Thanksgiving weekend early at Thompson Island with our Packet Pick-Up Celebration. Stop by to grab your race packet, enjoy live music from Catch The Drift, and get into the pre-race spirit with fellow runners and supporters.

The evening will also feature a silent auction, plus plenty of Thompson Island beer, food, and good times before race day.

Race Day

Thursday, November 26, 2026

Race Day Schedule

Register Here

8:00 AM – Day-of registration and packet pick-up open
8:45 AM – Free Kiddie K for ages 9 and under
All Kiddie K participants receive a medal and goodies
9:00 AM – 5K and 1-Miler begin

Awards & Prizes

Overall winners, Masters winners, and the largest fundraising group will receive turkey-themed trophies and gift cards from The Lighthouse in Dewey Beach.

First-, second-, and third-place finishers in each age category will receive Turkey medals.

Turkey Costume Contest

Come dressed to impress for the annual Turkey Costume Contest. Judges Ernie Lopez and Pete Schwartzkopf will select the top three costumes, and each winner will take home a pie.

Post-Race Celebration

Race winners who cannot stay for the post-race party can pick up their Thanksgiving-themed trophies and medals at the Race Result Kiosk.

Post-race refreshments will be provided by Ladies Auxiliary #17, with complimentary beer and seltzers for guests 21 and over.

About Rylie’s Smile Foundation

Founded in 2015 by Rylie Maedler, the Rylie’s Smile Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to helping families of children with severe or terminal medical diagnoses. The foundation provides monthly assistance to more than 75 families and advocates for safer, less-toxic treatment options for pediatric patients.

Learn more at RyliesSmileFoundation.org.

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Dec
6

Cookie Decorating

Decorate holiday cookies at Thompson Island Brewing on December 6. A family-friendly Christmas activity in Rehoboth Beach near Tanger Outlets and Schellville.

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Dec
13

Deck the Canvas

Deck the Canvas at Thompson Island Brewing on December 13 for a family-friendly holiday painting class near Tanger Outlets and Schellville.

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Breakfast with Santa
Dec
20

Breakfast with Santa

Join Thompson Island Brewing for Breakfast with Santa in Rehoboth Beach on December 20. Holiday breakfast, photos with Santa and festive family fun near Schellville.

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Nov
8

Dine & Donate: Parkinson’s Education and Support Group

Dine & Donate: Parkinson’s Education and Support Group

November 8, 2026
📍 Thompson Island Brewing Company – Rehoboth Beach, Delaware

Join Thompson Island Brewing Company for a Dine & Donate supporting the Parkinson’s Education and Support Group of Sussex County. We’ll donate a portion of the day’s sales back to the organization.

The Parkinson’s Education and Support Group of Sussex County is a local nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of people with Parkinson’s disease and their families through education, exercise, and support throughout Sussex County, Delaware. The group offers educational programs, discussion groups, support resources, and wellness opportunities for people living with Parkinson’s, care partners, and families.

Stop by for food, World Class Beer, and good times while helping support local Parkinson’s education, resources, and community care in Sussex County.

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Oct
25

Wizarding Week - Wand Making

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Lower Case Blues Live at Thompson Island Brewing
Oct
14
Live Music

Lower Case Blues Live at Thompson Island Brewing

Lower Case Blues Live at Thompson Island Brewing

Lower Case Blues

Wednesday, October 14, 2026 | 6:30–8:30 PM
📍 Thompson Island Brewing Company – Rehoboth Beach, Delaware
🎟️ Free Event

Join us for live music at Thompson Island Brewing Company featuring Lower Case Blues, bringing a high-energy mix of blues, rock, funk, and jam music to Rehoboth Beach.This free performance is part of the Rehoboth Beach Jazz Festival and brings an energetic night of live music to Thompson Island.

Spend Thursday evening enjoying live music, house-brewed beer, great food, and good times at the Delaware beaches. The show is free, so grab a table and settle in for an evening in the Beer Garden.

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Oct
14
to Oct 18

7th Birthday Celebration

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Thompson Island 7th Birthday Celebration

October 14–18, 2026
📍 Thompson Island Brewing Company – Rehoboth Beach, Delaware

We’re turning 7! Join us for a full weekend celebrating Thompson Island Brewing with birthday food specials, limited beer releases, a special anniversary beer dinner, live music, brewery tours, and a flight featuring some of the beers that have helped define Thompson Island over the years.

Come raise a glass to seven years of great beer, great food, and good times in Rehoboth Beach.

Weekend at a Glance

Wednesday, October 14

Thursday, October 15

Sunday, October 18

  • Brewmaster’s Brewery Tours | 11:30 AM & 12:30 PM

All Weekend Long

Birthday Food Features

Birthday Cake

Coconut Shrimp

Sloppy Joe Egg Rolls

Birria Crunch Wrap

Smoked Bologna Ruben

Thia Spiced Salmon 

Thompson Island Classics Flight | $10

Featuring:

  • Thompson Island IPA

  • No Bad Days

  • Wave Check

  • Once Around the Sun 2026

Thursday, October 15

Once Around the Sun 2026 Bottle Release

Our annual barrel-aged Imperial Stout returns for Thompson Island’s birthday weekend.

This year’s Once Around the Sun spent six months aging in a peated Scotch whisky barrel, developing layers of oak, rich chocolate, dark fruit, and earthy smokiness.

Available in bottles while supplies last.

7th Anniversary Beer Dinner | 6:00 PM

Celebrate seven years of Thompson Island with a special four-course beer dinner from Sous Chef Shannon Zabel, featuring seasonal dishes paired with Thompson Island beers.

Advance tickets required.

Sunday, October 18

Brewmaster’s Brewery Tours

Go behind the scenes with Brewmaster Jimmy Valm for a guided brewery tour and tasting.

Tour Times:
11:30 AM
12:30 PM

Tickets: $10 per person

Includes:

  • Guided brewery tour

  • Thompson Island Classics Flight

  • Sample directly from the fermenter

Tours are limited to 12 guests per session.

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Stone Jack Ballers Live at Thompson Island Brewing
Oct
8
Live Music

Stone Jack Ballers Live at Thompson Island Brewing

Stone Jack Ballers Live at Thompson Island Brewing

Stone Jack Ballers

Thursday, October 8, 2026 | 6:30–8:30 PM
📍 Thompson Island Brewing Company – Rehoboth Beach, Delaware
🎟️ Free Event

Join us for live music in the Beer Garden at Thompson Island Brewing Company featuring Stone Jack Ballers, Delaware’s premier jam band.

Spend Thursday evening enjoying jam-band favorites, house-brewed beer, great food, and good times in Rehoboth Beach. Grab a table and settle in for an evening of live music during one of the Delaware beaches’ biggest music weekends.

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Robin & The Hoods Live at Thompson Island Brewing
Oct
1
Live Music

Robin & The Hoods Live at Thompson Island Brewing

Robin & The Hoods Live at Thompson Island Brewing

Robin and the Hoods

Thursday, October 1, 2026 | 6:30–8:30 PM
📍 Thompson Island Brewing Company – Rehoboth Beach, Delaware
🎟️ Free Event

Join us for live music in the Beer Garden at Thompson Island Brewing Company featuring Robin & The Hoods, a classic rock band performing oldies, favorites, and new wave rock from the 1960s through the 1990s.

Spend Thursday evening enjoying familiar songs, house-brewed beer, great food, and good times in Rehoboth Beach. The show is free, so grab a table and settle in for an evening of live music at the Delaware beaches.

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Sep
30
Dine & Donate

Dine & Donate: Rehoboth Beach Volunteer Fire Company

Dine & Donate: Rehoboth Beach Volunteer Fire Company

September 30, 2026
📍 Thompson Island Brewing Company – Rehoboth Beach, Delaware

Join Thompson Island Brewing Company for a Dine & Donate supporting the Rehoboth Beach Volunteer Fire Company. We’ll donate a portion of the day’s sales back to the organization.

The Rehoboth Beach Volunteer Fire Company has served the Rehoboth Beach community for generations, providing emergency response, fire protection, rescue services, and support for residents, businesses, and visitors throughout the area.

The day will also include the release of Ladder 86, a special Thompson Island beer brewed to support the Fire Company.

Stop by for food, World Class Beer, and good times while helping support the volunteers who help keep the Rehoboth Beach community safe.

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Robbie LaBlanc Live at Thompson Island Brewing
Sep
24
Live Music

Robbie LaBlanc Live at Thompson Island Brewing

Robbie LaBlanc Live at Thompson Island Brewing

Thursday, September 24, 2026 | 6:30–8:30 PM
📍 Thompson Island Brewing Company – Rehoboth Beach, Delaware
🎟️ Free Event

Join us for live music in the Beer Garden at Thompson Island Brewing Company featuring Robbie LaBlanc, a vocalist and acoustic guitarist bringing a laid-back mix of live music to Rehoboth Beach.

Spend Thursday evening enjoying acoustic music, house-brewed beer, great food, and good times at the Delaware beaches. The show is free, so grab a table and settle in for an evening in the Beer Garden.

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Angelee Live at Thompson Island Brewing
Sep
17
Live Music

Angelee Live at Thompson Island Brewing

Angelee Live at Thompson Island Brewing

Thursday, September 17, 2026 | 6:30–8:30 PM
📍 Thompson Island Brewing Company – Rehoboth Beach, Delaware
🎟️ Free Event

Join us for live music in the Beer Garden at Thompson Island Brewing Company featuring Angelee, a Philadelphia-born singer-songwriter known for his clear, powerful voice and thoughtful original music. His internationally recognized song “Blue” was inspired by his annual travels to Greece.

Spend Thursday evening enjoying singer-songwriter music, house-brewed beer, great food, and good times in Rehoboth Beach. The show is free, so grab a table and settle in for an evening of live music at the Delaware beaches.

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ThompsonFest Oktoberfest Beer Dinner
Sep
17
Oktoberfest

ThompsonFest Oktoberfest Beer Dinner

Kick off ThompsonFest 2026 with a 4-course Oktoberfest Beer Dinner at Thompson Island Brewing Company in Rehoboth Beach. This Bavarian-inspired dinner from Chef Raul and the Thompson Island team will feature expertly paired courses with Thompson Island beer. The full menu is coming soon.

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The Gone Boys Live at Thompson Island Brewing
Sep
10
Live Music

The Gone Boys Live at Thompson Island Brewing

The Gone Boys Live at Thompson Island Brewing

The Gone Boys at Thompson Island

Thursday, September 10, 2026 | 6:30–8:30 PM
📍 Thompson Island Brewing Company – Rehoboth Beach, Delaware
🎟️ Free Event

Join us for live music in the Beer Garden at Thompson Island Brewing Company featuring The Gone Boys.

Spend Thursday evening enjoying acoustic roots rock, house-brewed beer, great food, and good times in Rehoboth Beach. The show is free, so grab a table, order your favorite Thompson Island beer, and settle in for an evening of live music at the Delaware beaches.

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Lower Case Blues Live at Thompson Island Brewing
Sep
3
Live Music

Lower Case Blues Live at Thompson Island Brewing

Lower Case Blues Live at Thompson Island Brewing

Lower Case Blues at Thompson Island Brewing

Thursday, September 3, 2026 | 6:30–8:30 PM
📍 Thompson Island Brewing Company – Rehoboth Beach, Delaware
🎟️ Free Event

Join us for live music in the Beer Garden at Thompson Island Brewing Company featuring Lower Case Blues.

Spend Thursday evening enjoying blues-inspired live music, house-brewed beer, great food, and good times in Rehoboth Beach. The show is free, so grab a table, order your favorite Thompson Island beer, and settle in for an evening of live music at the Delaware beaches.

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