Winter Fun in Delaware Without Breaking the Bank

Winter doesn't have to be expensive. Delaware offers plenty of free and low-cost activities to enjoy the season. First, there are holiday lights. Lights for a Cure in Middletown is a great spot. It's a big home display with shows running through New Year's. The best part? Donations go to cancer research. Lewes Lights is another free option. It's a community light tour with a map available online. Sledding is another fun and free activity. Rockwood Park near Wilmington is a popular spot. So are Glasgow Park and Monkey Hill. These hills offer a thrilling ride down. Parades are also free and festive. The Wilmington Jaycees Christmas Parade is on Nov. 29. The Camden-Wyoming Parade is Dec. 6. Rehoboth Beach has its Hometown Christmas Parade on Dec. 1. For those who love nature, winter hikes are a great way to stay active. Battery Park Trail in New Castle offers nearly four miles of paved walking. Newark Reservoir Trail has a scenic loop around the reservoir. Hunn Nature Park in Dover features a walkway along the St. Jones River. Winter can be enjoyable without spending much. Delaware has something for everyone, from lights to sledding to parades and hikes.