The Ladybug Shop: Milfords Bug and Bud Festival

Preparations are now underway for the Milford’s Fifth Annual Bug & Bud Festival. Mark your calendar and make plans to join in the fun.

Milford's Third Annual Bug & Bud Festival was a great success. Check out our 2006 photo gallery, 2005 photo gallery or the 2004 photo gallery to re-live some of the fun.

Planning has already begun for next year's Festival. Mark your calendar!

Date: Saturday, April 26, 2008, 9AM - 4PM (rain or shine)

Purpose: To celebrate Arbor Day and the 33nd Anniversary of the Ladybug becoming Delaware's Official State Bug.

Organizers: Milford Parks & Recreation and Downtown Milford Inc. with the assistance of the Delaware Music School, Milford New Century Club, Delaware Red Cross, Milford Garden Club, Mispillion Art Center Initiative, Milford Library (Friends of the Library), LadyBug Shop, Wilmington Trust, Patron Sponsor: David Kenton, Coldwell Banker Commercial Supporting Sponsor: I.G. Burton.

Location: Memorial Park South and throughout downtown Milford and along the Mispillion Riverwalk. This event is designed primarily for the youth of our community. Thus we urge teachers and leaders of local schools and youth organizations to encourage children to actively participate in the Festival.

Schedule of Events (MS Word)
Ladybug and Tree Costume Ideas (MS Word)
Delaware State Bug Story (MS Word)

If you would like to assist in planning for the Festival or need additional information about it, please contact Mary Betts (Milford Parks & Recreation) at 422-1104 or Beth Durham (Downtown Milford Inc.) at 839-1180.