RV Rentals at Apple-Scrapple Festival
Every October, Bridgeville, DE celebrates its unique East Coast agriculture with the Apple-Scrapple Festival. The festival started in 1992 and is spread out around large portions of the town of Bridgeville with food samplings, rides, games, crafts, and much more. If you love crisp fall apples, the porky goodness of scrapple, and small-town culture, the Apple-Scrapple Festival is an ideal RV vacation event.
The Apple-Scrapple Festival is held every year in October, though specific dates for 2025 are TBA.
ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT
The Apple-Scrapple Festival offers a variety of activities and entertainment that cater to visitors of all ages. From exciting competitions to unique local experiences, Bridgeville comes alive with fun during this annual event.
Car enthusiasts can enjoy the classic car show as spectators or participants showcasing their antique cars or custom hot rods. For a taste of local agriculture, visit T.S. Smith & Sons' apple farm, where you can take tours, enjoy wagon rides, and sample their fresh, locally grown apples.
One of the festival's signature events is the Scrapple Sling competition. Alternatively, you can marvel at the skills displayed in the Ladies' Iron Skillet Toss and the Kids' Apple Toss, while foodies will appreciate the Rapa Scrapple recipe contest.
Near the center of town, St. Mary's Episcopal Church offers a cozy and welcoming atmosphere with its homemade chili lunch, bake sale, and impressive quilt display. After grabbing something to eat, don't miss the annual trade show along Bridgeville's charming downtown streets, where local businesses and artisans present their one-of-a-kind wares.
ON-SITE AMENITIES
The Apple-Scrapple Festival has everything you might need, including:
• Fresh produce, apple cider donuts, and breakfast sandwiches at the Orchard Point Market
• Health & Safety Fair with services such as flu shots and first aid
• Festival T-shirts for sale
• Food court with vendors selling burgers and hotdogs, BBQ sandwiches, and ice cream
LOCATION
The Apple-Scrapple Festival is held all across Bridgeville in Sussex County, DE. Events and Activities happen throughout the entire town, meaning there's no set address for this event. The Bridgeville Town Hall at 101 North Main Street, is a good reference point for GPS directions. All vehicle traffic must follow the direction of the traffic control representatives once they reach the Bridgeville area.
LINEUP
The 2025 lineup for the Apple-Scrapple Festival will be announced later this year. For the latest updates, visit the official event page.
RVING AT THE EVENT
If you're planning to take your RVshare rental to the Apple-Scrapple Festival, there are camping options nearby. Given the decentralized nature of the festival with many venues to visit, there aren't RV accommodations at the event itself.
• Holly Lake Campsites is located close by in Millsboro. This is a great place to set up a base camp while enjoying the Apple-Scrapple Festival. There are sites with 30 and 50-amp full hookups, a camp store, a restaurant, and a pool. It is also only 9 miles from Delaware's iconic beaches on the Atlantic Ocean.
• G&R Campground, located about 10 miles northeast in Houston, is the perfect spot for a low-key and relaxing vacation. This campground offers full-hook-up RV sites with picnic tables, and a dump station is available. You will also find a camp store, game garden, and pool when you visit.
• Homestead Campground in Georgetown is 15 miles east of Bridgeville. It has roomy RV sites with modern hookups, a Wi-Fi lounge, and a game room with over 60 arcade games. While visiting, you can also enjoy two pools (one is adults only), a fishing pond, and games like cornhole. Homestead Campground is also pet-friendly and features two dog parks.
WHERE TO STAY
While Bridgeville itself is a small town, nearby Seaford offers great lodging options for those attending the Apple-Scrapple Festival and looking for a change of pace from the RV parks.
If you prefer the reliability of familiar accommodations, you'll find well-known chain hotels such as the Hampton Inn, Comfort Suites, and Tru by Hilton. Keep in mind that these hotels tend to fill up quickly during the festival, so it's wise to book your stay well in advance. Alternatively, nearby bed and breakfast inns provide a cozy atmosphere, perfect for relaxing after a day of festivities.
HOW TO GET THERE
Reaching Bridgeville for the Apple-Scrapple Festival is straightforward.
From the north
Take US Route 1 South toward Dover, DE. Exit onto Route 13 South and follow it directly to Bridgeville.
From the south
Travel along Route 13 North until you reach Bridgeville.
From the east
Head west on Route 18 toward Bridgeville. At the intersection of Routes 13 and 404, continue straight into Bridgeville.
From the west
Take Route 50 East across the Chesapeake Bay Bridge. Continue on Route 50 East until you see signs for Route 404 East near Wye Mills. Turn left onto Route 404 East and follow it across the Delaware and Maryland border. Route 404 East leads directly to Bridgeville.
PARKING
When you travel to Bridgeville for the Apple-Scrapple Festival, you'll see plenty of helpful signs and personnel directing you to the two main parking fields along Main Street, one for general parking and one for those with visibly displayed handicapped placards.
Street parking is available on Friday night as the festival kicks off with the food court, carnival, and live entertainment. On Saturday, parking is managed by DELDOT and the local fire and police departments, who will direct traffic to the designated parking fields.
TICKETS & PRICING
Most of the fun you can have at the Apple-Scrapple Festival is entirely free. While specific events, like the antique car show, require a fee to enter your vehicle, the only thing that requires tickets during the festival is the carnival. Of course, you'll need to pay for any food, beverages, and crafts you want to purchase during the event.
WRAP UP
If you're seeking a unique RV getaway that combines the charm of small-town events with outdoor fun, the Apple-Scrapple Festival is an ideal destination. To ensure you make the most of your trip, be sure to explore our guides on packing essentials and planning tips before you hit the road.
Please note, this is not the official source of the event information. While we try to be as comprehensive as possible, some details may have changed since the time this article was written. Please confirm final details with the official event page .
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