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University of Delaware - Newark Campus
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University of Delaware - Newark Campus

18 Amstel Ave, Newark, DE 19716

Hours

Hours not posted

Cost
Free
Typical visit
2 hr
Stroller friendlyBathroomsNo changing tableShadeNot fencedFood on siteParking usually fine

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Public programs: exhibitions, performances, family events. Parking in lots off Amstel Ave.

Family Logistics

Free admissionStroller friendlyBathroomsFood on siteShaded

Admission

Free admission

General campus access is free. Fees apply for specific events, performances, or attractions (e.g., athletic games, some camps). Children 5 and under may receive free admission to some events.

Hours

Hours vary by department, building, and event. General visitor services (e.g., Admissions Office) typically Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm.

Seasonal hours

The university hosts various summer camps for children and events like Parents and Family Weekend in the fall and Ag Day in April.

Parking

Visitor parking requires a permit or payment via Passport Mobile Pay. Hourly and daily parking are available in various lots and garages, including Trabant Parking Garage and Perkins Student Center Garage. Free parking is generally not available on campus.

Upcoming Events

Eliana Tucker - Degree Recital, Flute

Fri, Oct 23 at 8:00 PM

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Eliana Tucker performs a degree recital featuring flute music in Gore Recital Hall on the University of Delaware Newark Campus. The event is part of a formal music performance series, likely including classical or contemporary repertoire.

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UD CHORALE: A Child Said... Songs of Innocence and Wisdom

Sat, Oct 24 at 8:00 PM

$15 event fee — venue admission is free

The UD Chorale and Concord High School Chorale present a concert featuring songs of innocence and wisdom drawn from children's music around the world. The program highlights the emotional depth and universal themes found in music created by or about children, performed by two acclaimed choral groups. Attendees will experience a curated selection of vocal pieces that reflect wonder, simplicity, and insight.

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UD CHORALE & UNIVERSITY SINGERS: A Child Said... Songs of Innocence and Wisdom

Sun, Oct 25 at 3:00 PM

$15 event fee — venue admission is free

The UD Chorale and University Singers perform a program centered on songs of innocence and wisdom, drawing from global traditions and child-inspired lyrics. The concert features choral music that reflects wonder and insight, presented by two acclaimed collegiate ensembles. Attendees will experience a curated selection of pieces that highlight the poetic and emotional depth found in music for and about children.

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Amstel Jazz, Faculty Ensemble

Mon, Oct 26 at 8:00 PM

Free
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An evening of jazz performed by the University of Delaware Faculty Ensemble, featuring live instrumental music in a formal concert setting. Attendees will experience a curated program of jazz pieces in a dedicated performance hall.

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An evening of instrumental music performed by the Zephyria Wind Quintet, a graduate ensemble-in-residence at the University of Delaware. The performance takes place in the Roselle Center for the Arts, Gore Recital Hall, and features a curated program of classical wind ensemble works.

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Families will explore rare books, manuscripts, and archival materials that reveal how monsters, fear, and forbidden knowledge have been preserved in texts. Attendees can participate in vampire trivia, craft a monster-themed bookplate, and view displays on haunted books, magic, and Gothic figures. Costumes are encouraged, and light refreshments will be served.

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UD Symphony Orchestra

Fri, Oct 30 at 8:00 PM

$15 event fee — venue admission is free All ages
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The UD Symphony Orchestra performs a live concert featuring classical and contemporary pieces, offering families a chance to experience professional orchestral music in a university setting. Attendees can expect a formal performance with seated audience members, typically lasting about an hour.

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The Prometheus String Quartet, a graduate ensemble-in-residence at the University of Delaware, performs chamber music that highlights individual artistry and collaborative musicianship. The concert features works from the classical repertoire, offering a refined musical experience for audiences of all ages.

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Horn and Tuba-Euphonium Ensembles

Mon, Nov 2 at 8:00 PM

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Families may attend an evening performance featuring the Horn and Tuba-Euphonium Ensembles, presented in a formal concert setting at the Roselle Center for the Arts. The event includes musical selections performed by student musicians in a structured recital environment.

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Ternion Brass, Faculty Ensemble

Wed, Nov 4 at 8:00 PM

Free
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An evening of brass music performed by the University of Delaware Faculty Ensemble. The concert features a curated program of brass repertoire, likely including classical and contemporary works. Attendees can expect a formal musical performance in a dedicated arts venue.

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Our Town

Nov 6 · Nov 7

This undergraduate theatre production presents a dramatized version of Thornton Wilder's classic play, exploring themes of community, time, and everyday life through a stylized stage performance. The performance takes place in Mitchell Hall on the University of Delaware Newark campus.

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Calidore String Quartet featuring Noélia Archambeault de Hernández, soprano

Mon, Nov 9 at 5:30 PM

$15 event fee — venue admission is free

Families will experience a live chamber music performance featuring the Calidore String Quartet and soprano Noélia Archambeault de Hernández, performing works by Beethoven, Caroline Shaw, Samuel Adams, and Mark-Anthony Turnage. The concert includes contemporary compositions and classical repertoire, presented in a formal recital setting.

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Calidore String Quartet

Mon, Nov 9 at 5:30 PM

$15 event fee — venue admission is free
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The Calidore String Quartet performs a concert featuring selections from their 2026–2027 season. Attendees will experience live classical music in a formal recital setting, likely including a variety of pieces for string quartet. The performance takes place in the Gore Recital Hall at the University of Delaware's Newark campus.

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UD Symphonic Band

Sun, Nov 15 at 3:00 PM

The UD Symphonic Band performs concert band repertoire, including transcriptions and original wind band works, featuring a group of 60–70 student instrumentalists. The performance includes a range of musical styles and is presented in a formal concert setting.

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Mixed Chamber Ensembles I

Sun, Nov 15 at 5:30 PM

Students from the UD School of Music perform a variety of works for small instrumental ensembles. The program features chamber music, often highlighting intricate interplay between instruments.

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Mixed Chamber Ensembles II

Sun, Nov 15 at 8:00 PM

Students from the UD School of Music perform a variety of works for small instrumental ensembles. The program features chamber music, typically involving a few musicians playing together in a collaborative setting.

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UD Jazz Combos

Mon, Nov 16 at 8:00 PM

Families will enjoy a live jazz performance in a formal concert setting at Gore Recital Hall on the University of Delaware campus. The evening features jazz ensembles from the university, offering a musical experience that may appeal to older children and teens who appreciate instrumental music.

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UD Chamber Orchestra & UD Dance

Wed, Nov 18 at 8:00 PM

$6 event fee — venue admission is free

Families will experience a performance featuring the University of Delaware Chamber Orchestra and Dance department, combining orchestral music with dance. The event is likely to include a variety of musical pieces and choreographed dance segments, presented in a formal performance setting.

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Chamber Music Collective

Thu, Nov 19 at 8:00 PM

The Chamber Music Collective, composed of graduate students in the Master of Chamber Music program at the University of Delaware, presents a performance featuring a diverse selection of chamber works, including newly commissioned pieces created in collaboration with the university's music composition program. Attendees will experience a curated program of classical music performed by advanced student musicians.

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