Belle Shoal at Millville by the Sea

Millville in Sussex County, Delaware offers a beautiful combination of outdoor recreation and connected community. The town’s motto, “A beautiful way of life,” describes what Millville residents experience throughout the year on the Delmarva Peninsula. It’s just four miles from Bethany Beach and 30 miles from Salisbury, Maryland. D.R. Horton has a range of homes for sale in Millville, DE, with spacious open floorplans and smart home technology.

Why live in Millville, Delaware?

Millville is a year-round community with local shops and attractions, and its location in Sussex County means residents are never far from other small towns or the Delaware coast.It’s easy to enjoy the ocean and the beach without the summer crowds. It also offers great parks and other amenities.

Getting around from Millville is simple. Delaware Route 26 runs through the middle of town and leads directly to Bethany Beach, Ocean View, and Dagsboro. U.S. Route 9, which is about 13 miles north, connects to Georgetown and Lewes, and also leads to the Cape May–Lewes Ferry for trips to New Jersey. For air travel, Salisbury–Ocean City–Wicomico Regional Airport is about 30 miles away and offers flights to connecting airports.

Community life in Millville, Delaware

Millville, DE offers a variety of seasonal and holiday events that unite the community. Spring opens with the Easter Egg Hunt at Evans Park in Millville, an annual community tradition with sessions for different age groups and a dedicated time for children with special needs. The summertime Concert in the Park series at Evans Park brings Millville residents together as they enjoy free outdoor performances by local bands, with food trucks and other activities. Bethany Beach hosts its own Concert Series with free weekly performances at the bandstand featuring a range of musical acts. Fourth of July celebrations in Bethany Beach include a downtown parade, bandstand performances, and a fireworks display over the beach. Millville Family Fun Day connects residents at Evans Park with games, activities, and food. Millville's Music Bingo at Evans Park uses clips of music instead of numbers to play bingo.

Fall’s Bankstoberfest takes place at the Millville Fire Department Station 1 with live music, food, games with prizes, a costume contest, and local and international beer offerings. The Trail of Treats at Evans Park is a Halloween-themed event with trick-or-treating. Winter festivities begin with Millville's Yuletide Festival at Town Hall, which includes a traditional holiday market, Christmas tree lighting ceremony, and local crafts and food vendors. The Bethany-Fenwick area hosts the Fire & Ice Festival with ice sculpture tours, carving demonstrations, warming bonfires, and a competitive chili cookoff.

The town events are not limited to seasonal celebrations; there are plenty of fun gatherings and fascinating tours to enjoy. The Millville Town Events Committee organizes arts and music events at the Evans Park Community Center, including concerts, art workshops, and seasonal performances that showcase local talent. Just six miles from Millville in Selbyville, the Freeman Arts Pavilion serves as an outdoor performing arts venue offering concerts, theater productions, and arts education programs with opportunities for community members to volunteer. The Mispillion Art League provides art classes, exhibits, and community projects throughout Sussex County. The Ocean View Historical Society preserves and shares the history of the Ocean View/Millville area through exhibits, tours, and educational events that connect residents with local heritage.

Millville and the Sussex County area have several farms and farmers' markets where residents can buy fresh, locally grown produce and specialty foods. The Millville Farmers Market brings together area farmers and food producers each season. Residents can also visit the Bethany Beach Farmers Market and the Farmers Market at Sea Colony, within a short drive, to find seasonal produce and goods from these and other local farms.

Outdoor fun in Millville, DE and Sussex County

In town, Evans Park features a nautical-themed playground with inclusive play structures, making it appealing to children of all ages and abilities. There are three dedicated outdoor pickleball courts with permanent nets and lighting, a walking and jogging path with outdoor fitness stations, and a large indoor community center that hosts educational programs and community events. The park also includes picnic areas, a challenge obstacle course, swings with adaptive seating, and a pavilion for concerts and gatherings, providing a welcoming space for families and residents to stay active and connect.

The Millville Parks & Recreation Department offers a variety of youth and adult sports leagues, fitness classes, and outdoor events at Evans Park, giving residents multiple options for physical activity. Evans Park Community Center serves as a central gathering place for year-round recreational programs, fitness classes, and community events for all ages.

Outdoor recreation is not limited to local parks; the nearby beaches and state parks offer a wide range of outdoor activities. Bethany Beach is just a four-mile drive, and York Beach, just a bit further down the strip of sand on Fenwick Island, is less than six miles away. Millville residents have several excellent beaches that can be reached by bike, making a day at the beach easy and enjoyable.

Holts Landing State Park, about three miles away and easily reached by bike, offers various outdoor activities along the Indian River Bay. The park is known for its fishing, crabbing, clamming, boating opportunities, and hiking trails like the Seahawk Trail, which is popular for birdwatching. Holts Landing also features picnic areas with grills, a playground, horseshoe pits, a kayak launch, and Delaware’s only open crabbing pier on the Inland Bays. Some of the best fishing near Millville can be found at the park, from the dock, shoreline, or by boat on Indian River Bay. Popular catches here include bluefish, perch, flounder, and sea trout. The park’s scenic location and variety of amenities make it a favorite for both locals and visitors seeking a day outdoors.

Fenwick Island State Park, about six miles away, and Delaware Seashore State Park, about nine miles away, provide miles of ocean and bay shoreline, guarded beaches, campgrounds, and swimming, surfing, and fishing opportunities. Delaware Seashore State Park is especially popular for its marina, boat ramps, and water sports, while Fenwick Island State Park is known for its quieter beaches and natural beauty.

Bike riding in Millville and Sussex County includes various safe and scenic options. The area features over 33 trails covering over 90 miles, many of which are suitable for casual riders and experienced cyclists. The Junction & Breakwater Trail and the Georgetown-Lewes Trail are two of the most popular multi-use paths in the region, offering wide, well-maintained surfaces and connections between towns like Lewes, Rehoboth Beach, and Georgetown. These trails provide a mix of boardwalks through dunes, shaded forest stretches, and scenic views of coastal wetlands, all with minimal interaction with vehicle traffic. Millville's proximity to parks, beaches, recreational areas, and natural areas enables residents to enjoy the outdoors and stay active all year long.

Businesses and economics in Millville, Delaware

Millville’s economy is supported by tourism, healthcare, retail, and construction, with local businesses thriving alongside major regional employers in nearby Bethany Beach, Rehoboth Beach, and Millsboro. Beebe Healthcare, which operates a network of hospitals and clinics, is among the largest single employers serving Millville and the surrounding Sussex County area. The Indian River School District also plays a significant role in education and community growth, providing jobs for teachers, support staff, and administrators across multiple schools.

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