The Sea Witch Festival is an annual event held in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. It is a celebration of all things sea witch, combining elements of fantasy, folklore, and coastal charm. The festival invites people of all ages to immerse themselves in the mystical world of sea witches and indulge in a weekend filled with enchantment and excitement. In 2024, the Sea Witch Festival promises to be the biggest and most captivating event yet. The organizers have planned an array of activities that will capture the hearts and imaginations of festival-goers. Attendees can look forward to a wide range of fun-filled events, including parades, live performances, and interactive exhibits.
Festival employs FHWA accepted barricades for crowd safety and control
On Oct. 23, the Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce (CC) will host the 26 th Annual Sea Witch Halloween and Fiddler’s Festival. The festival features three full days of events. Among several choices, attendees can enjoy trick-or-treating and haunted bonfires on Friday, the Fiddler Festival and Costume Parade on Saturday, and a 5K Race/Walk and Scarecrow Building on Sunday. Live music is featured throughout the entire festival. Saturday’s Costume Parade is one of the highlights of the festival. The parade route begins at the Rehoboth Beach Convention Hall and continues along Rehoboth Avenue, a major east-west route. Marching bands and floats, staged just down the street, will merge with the costumed walkers on Rehoboth Avenue and complete the parade route together.
The CC has historically deployed “bicycle rack-style” crowd-control barricades along the parade route to protect and guide pedestrians. However, the Delaware Department of Transportation recently had informed event producers around the state that they must deploy crashworthy pedestrian barricades on public rights-of-way—and the reason is quite simple. The Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), which has the force and effect of law, specifies in Section 6F.63 Standard the use of crashworthy devices.
As a result, the Rehoboth CC would not rent the “bicycle rack-style” barricades for the 2015 Sea Witch Festival. This type of barricade has not been crash-tested under either NCHRP-350 or AASHTO MASH crash-test procedures, and the FHWA has issued no acceptance letters for this type of barricade. Consequently, in its search for crashworthy devices, the CC contacted Plastic Safety Systems (PSS) to discuss SafetyWall, an ADA-compliant pedestrian longitudinal channelizer and barricade.
SafetyWall was successfully tested as a longitudinal channelizer under MASH Test Level 3 procedures, and the FHWA issued acceptance letter WZ-315 to PSS in May 2012 confirming that SafetyWall “meets the crash test and evaluation criteria” of MASH.
In addition to its crashworthiness, SafetyWall complies with MUTCD standards and ADA guidelines as a pedestrian, longitudinal channelizer by providing three forms of guidance to pedestrians at a public event:
· Continuous guidance: SafetyWall is an interlocking device, with no gaps between units, providing safe, continuous guidance;
· Hand-trailing guidance: Pedestrians with limited vision can trail a hand along the smooth, continuous upper surface; and
· Cane-ready guidance: Pedestrians with limited vision can tap a walking cane against the lower surface, which is free of any gaps that might trap the cane.
Finally, SafetyWall is obstacle-free. It has no protrusions or intrusions into the walkway, such as barricade feet or bases that could trip pedestrians.
Early in the conversation with the Rehoboth CC, PSS discovered that a turn-key, barricade rental service was required. PSS then brought Dimensional Products Inc. (DPI), of Reisterstown, Md., into the conversation with the Rehoboth CC. DPI is a PSS distributor and preferred dealer of the RoadQuake Temporary Portable Rumble Strip Safety System.
DPI will provide some 4,800 linear ft of SafetyWall for the Sea Witch Festival. Deployment will begin on Friday night, Oct. 23 rd , the night before the parade. DPI will then remove the units immediately after the parade, which will end around 1 pm on Saturday, Oct. 24 th . The results of this installation will appear in a subsequent Roads & Bridges Case Study, scheduled for Nov. 6, 2015.
Sea Witch Halloween And Fiddlers Festival
Sea Witch Halloween And Fiddlers Festival is a 3 day event being held from 26th October to the 28th October 2018 at the Rehoboth & Dewey Beach Resort Area in Rehoboth Beach, United States Of America. This event showcases products like grain, rice, flour, sugar, vegetable oil and other commodities; fresh meat, frozen meat, sausages, canned meat, etc etc. in the Consumer & Carnivals, Food & Beverage industries.
Attendees can look forward to a wide range of fun-filled events, including parades, live performances, and interactive exhibits. One of the highlights of the festival is the sea witch parade, where participants dress up as sea witches and march through the streets of Rehoboth Beach. The colorful costumes, elaborate makeup, and eye-catching props create a spectacle that is both mesmerizing and magical.
Highlights
The parade is the perfect opportunity for individuals and groups to showcase their creativity and embrace the spirit of the festival. Throughout the weekend, visitors can enjoy live performances by talented musicians, dancers, and entertainers. The festival stages will be alive with the sounds of traditional sea shanties, lively folk music, and captivating storytelling. These performances will transport attendees to a world of wonder and leave them with lasting memories. In addition to the parades and performances, there will be interactive exhibits where attendees can learn about the folklore and mythology surrounding sea witches. From educational displays to hands-on activities, these exhibits will be both educational and entertaining for participants of all ages. The Sea Witch Festival also provides an opportunity to explore the coastal beauty of Rehoboth Beach. Festival-goers can take a stroll along the picturesque boardwalk, visit local shops and restaurants, and soak up the sun on the sandy shores. The festival brings together the magic of sea witches with the natural charm of the beach town, creating an unforgettable experience for everyone. Whether you are a fan of folklore, a lover of the sea, or simply looking for a weekend of fun, the Sea Witch Festival is an event you won't want to miss. The 2024 edition promises to be an enchanting celebration of all things sea witch, offering a blend of entertainment, education, and coastal beauty. Join us for a weekend of magic and make memories that will last a lifetime..
Reviews for "Journey into the Deep: Dive into Sea Witch Festival 2024"
1. Emma - 1/5 stars - I was so disappointed with the Sea Witch Festival 2024. The whole event felt poorly organized and lackluster. The advertised "sea witch" performances were nothing more than a few people in cheap costumes dancing around on a small stage. The food vendors were limited and overpriced, with nothing unique or exciting to offer. The worst part was the overcrowding. The venue was clearly not equipped to handle the number of attendees, resulting in long lines for everything and a constant feeling of being squished in a crowd. Overall, it was a major letdown and I wouldn't recommend attending this festival.
2. Mark - 2/5 stars - The Sea Witch Festival 2024 had potential, but it fell short in many aspects. The main issue was the lack of activities and entertainment options. Apart from a small stage for performances, there was little else to do at the festival. The organizers also failed to provide clear directions or signage, making it difficult to navigate through the event. Additionally, the ticket prices were quite steep for what was essentially a few hours of mediocre entertainment. I had high hopes for this festival, but I left feeling underwhelmed and unsatisfied.
3. Sarah - 1/5 stars - I regret attending the Sea Witch Festival 2024. The entire experience was disorganized and chaos. The lines for attractions were ridiculously long, and there was a lot of confusion about where to go or what to do. The festival grounds were poorly laid out, with limited seating areas and inadequate restroom facilities. On top of that, many of the advertised activities were either canceled or severely delayed. It was clear that the festival was not well-planned or executed, making it a waste of time and money. I would advise others to avoid this event if they're looking for a fun and enjoyable experience.