What time does Dewey Beach Open?

Rehoboth Beach and Dewey Beach are open from 5 a.m. to 1 a.m. Lewes is open from 6 a.m. to midnight. Fenwick Island is open 24 hours.



Dewey Beach, Delaware, is a public beach and is technically "open" 24 hours a day for walking and enjoying the view. However, in 2026, the specific "operational" hours for the beach are governed by local ordinances and safety regulations. Lifeguards from the Dewey Beach Patrol are typically on duty from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM during the summer season (Memorial Day through Labor Day). Swimming is strongly discouraged when lifeguards are not present. Regarding parking, meters are in effect from 10:00 AM to 2:00 AM daily, though there are "free parking" windows on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday evenings after 5:00 PM. For those interested in the famous nightlife, the town’s bars and restaurants usually open for lunch around 11:00 AM and remain active until the mandatory 1:00 AM or 2:00 AM closing times. If you are looking to secure a prime spot on the sand, there is no official "opening" gate, but most families begin to arrive around 9:00 AM to beat the midday heat and the rush for parking spots.

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Summer season rules are in effect May 15-September 15. 1. The Town of Dewey Beach has a beach curfew. No persons shall be on the beach between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m. during the summer season.

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Yes it is a free beach. You have to pay for parking if you are not staying at one of the hotels or rentals. It is $15 for a day pass and there are some hourly. After 5 it is free Monday-Wednesday.

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Are alcoholic beverages allowed on the beach? During the summer season from May 15th - September 15th, alcohol consumption is NOT permitted on the beach. During the off season from September 16th - May 14th, you may have alcoholic beverages on the beach. Glass bottles are always prohibited.

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Located on the Delaware Shores, the Rehoboth Beach & Dewey Beach Resort Area is known for its award-winning boardwalk, awesome hotels, specialty stores, amusements, beautiful homes, tax-free shopping and some of the finest restaurants anywhere.

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Excellent, clean, pet friendly beach in a beautiful setting. Not crowded like Ocean City or Rehobeth beach. Close to geat parks, Lewes and centrally located, only 1 hour from Assateague Island park.

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Curfew For Minors Enforcing the Town Curfew Code for Minors: Anyone under the age of 18, and not coming or going from work, who is in any public space between 11pm to 5am the following day, or 12 midnight to 5am Friday and Saturday, will be in violation of the town's curfew code and may be issued a summons and fined ...

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No sleeping in cars, on any street within the City, on or under the boardwalk, or on benches. No drinking or open containers of alcoholic beverages on beach, boardwalk, or public streets within the city limits. No open fires on the beach. It is illegal for dogs to run at large at any time.

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Located within the City limits, Rehoboth Beach has it all. Stroll the mile-long boardwalk, relax on the beach, swim in the Atlantic, and visit the exquisite local shops and restaurants. There is no beach fee-use of the beach is free.

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