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Councilwoman Leticia Bracey announces return of Wilmington Play Streets for summer 2026
Summary
Councilwoman at Large Leticia Bracey announced the return of Wilmington Play Streets for summer 2026, saying neighborhood events will be held Tuesdays from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. through Aug. 25 and will conclude with a citywide finale at Rodney Square. All events are free.
Councilwoman at Large Leticia Bracey announced the return of Wilmington Play Streets for summer 2026, saying the program will run Tuesdays from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. through Aug. 25 and will culminate in a grand finale at Rodney Square.
"I am honored to announce the return of Wilmington Play Streets for summer 2026," Bracey said, framing the program as part of the legacy of the late Councilwoman Rashema J. Dixon. Bracey said Play Streets grew from Dixon's belief that "every child deserved a safe place to play," and that the city program reflects that vision.
Bracey described a lineup of free neighborhood activities — games, music, fitness classes, entertainment, food and outdoor movie nights — designed to give families a safe place to gather. "These evenings are about children laughing outside, building stronger relationships, neighbors reconnecting, and reminding one another that community matters," she said.
Bracey thanked Mayor John Carney; the city of Wilmington Department of Parks and Recreation and its director, Dr. Melody Phillips; the Rashema J. Dixon Foundation; and the Wilmington City Council for partnering to make the program possible. She encouraged residents to participate, whether by bringing children, volunteering time or attending to meet neighbors.
Logistics announced by Bracey state that Play Streets will run from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. every Tuesday from now through Aug. 25, with the finale taking place at Rodney Square featuring a movie night, music, games, fitness activities, food and entertainment for the entire city. "All events are free and open to the public," she said.
The announcement did not include additional operational details such as a full neighborhood schedule, permit or road-closure information, funding breakdowns or volunteer registration procedures. Those details were not specified in the remarks.
Bracey closed by urging residents to celebrate their neighborhoods and support one another during the summer program. "We look forward to seeing you at Play Streets," she said.
