Women's+ FEST 2025

Since its inception as a Women’s Conference and Weekend back in 2001, the CAMP Rehoboth Women’s+ FEST has become a bona fide, beloved annual event in Rehoboth Beach. It offers a whole lot of fun, some sensational entertainment, awesome workshops, and lots of sports—it’s one of the best events on the East Coast for women, both trans and cis, nonbinary folks, and those that live on the spectrum of the feminine spirit.

FEST is short for Fun, Entertainment, Spring, Tradition, and we’ve got all four in abundance! 

Check below to purchase your FEST Pass and event tickets today! 

CHECK THE FEST SCHEDULE HERE! 

FEST Passes - Two Options in 2025

FEST Pass - $120 - This year's FEST Pass will include general admission to the Be Steadwell / Gwen La Roka shows at the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center (RBCC), admission to the Saturday night FEST Premier Dance featuring GirlsRoom & DJ Peggy Castle, and a commemorative FEST t-shirt with custom artwork by Laura Jednorski. All other ticketed events must be purchased a la carte. 

FEST Pass Plus - $300 - Introducing the FEST Pass Plus! This ticket is good for two (2) FEST Passes, granting admission to Preferred Seating for the Be Steadwell / Gwen La Roka shows at the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center, plus two (2) admissions to the Saturday night FEST Premier Dance featuring GirlsRoom & DJ Peggy Castle, and two (2) commemorative FEST t-shirts with custom artwork by Laura Jednorski. All other ticketed events must be purchased a la carte. 

A La Carte Tickets and Event Descriptions

Be Steadwell headline show with Gwen La Roka / Live Auction - $75 - Friday, Apr. 11 at 7PM - General Admission to the Friday FEST Entertainment and Auction. Women’s+ FEST is excited to bring two powerhouse talents to Rehoboth Beach this year. 

Opening this year's Friday event is the comedic stand-up stylings of rising star Gwen La Roka. She is now the first Latina from Chicago to make her comedy special debut on HBO Max. Come witness her honest comedic approach, meshed with her physical humor and her innate ability to have crowds from all ages & backgrounds laughing at life together. Now more than ever, we need to feel connected in our humanness.

The night will include a Live Auction that will offer a little something for everyone, from a spectacular Olivia Greek Isles Luxury Cruise to one of a kind Women's+ FEST artwork, just to name a few.

The evening will culminate with a stellar performance by the talented Be Steadwell and her band from Washington, DC. Be's original music features earnest lyricism, and affirming queer content. Be composes songs on stage using looping, vocal layering and beat boxing. Be's goal as a musician is to make other Black girls, introverts and weirdos feel seen and loved. Her music is raw, sensual, powerful, original and honest.

This ticket grants admission to General Admission seating.

FEST Premier Dance - $40 - Saturday, Apr. 12, 7PM - All are welcome at Saturday night’s premier dance where music and dance have always been a FEST highlight. GirlsRoom and DJ Peggy Castle will keep the energy going throughout the night. 

GirlsRoom is a local all-female rock-and-roll band, consisting of drummer Jill Brady, formerly of The Girlfriends, vocalist Barbara Phillips, bassist Terri Brady, and guitarists Lois McDuffee and Glenda Diem. Between the band’s rocking sounds and DJ Peggy Castle’s dynamic setlist, everyone will be up and out on the floor. The fun takes over the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center. This ticket is also included in the FEST Pass or the FEST Pass Plus. There will be a cash bar.

This event will have limited seating which will be on a first come first served basis. If you have accessibility needs, please contact: accessibility@camprehoboth.org. 

Georgette Krenkel Welcome Dance - $20 - Thursday, Apr. 10 at 7PM - Celebrate the kickoff of Women’s+ FEST during the Georgette Krenkel Welcome Dance, where there is “Room for All.” The fun takes over the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center from 7:00 - 10:00 PM. DJ Peggy Castle will be spinning favorites from every era. Attendees will have the chance to mingle, connect, and reconnect with friends old and new. There will be a cash bar. 

This event will have limited seating which will be on a first come first served basis. If you have accessibility needs, please contact: accessibility@camprehoboth.org.

Friday Mingo (Music Bingo) - $20 - Friday, Apr. 11 at 11AM - Join us at Aqua Bar & Grill on Baltimore Ave for a fun-filled music bingo event featuring hits from the 2000s! Dress in your best 2000s-inspired outfit and enjoy delicious food and drinks available for purchase as you play for the chance to win exciting prizes. Don't miss out on this nostalgic afternoon of music, bingo, and great company.

Singles Dance - $20 - Friday, Apr. 11 at 4PM - Dance and party with other FEST singles to the afternoon sounds by DJ Peggy Castle. Location: Aqua Bar & Grill. Cost is $20 (does not include food/drink). All are welcome.

Tret Fure - $25 - Friday, Apr. 11 at 4:30PM -  CAMP Rehoboth Women's + FEST is proud to welcome back Tret Fure to perform at this year's event. Tret is a prolific artist in the contemporary singer-songwriter arena and is a veteran of the Women's Music scene.  Come see a legend in action. There will be a cash bar. 

Drag Brunch - $40 - Saturday, Apr. 12 at 10AM - Join us for an unforgettable event at the Kiwi's Tiki Hut & Kove featuring the sensational Ms. Continental 2024, Zhané Dawlingz Wiley, along with an impressive lineup of talent including Amethyst Diamond, Alizee LaDiamond, and Princess Escade. Enjoy dazzling performances that span all decades, plus a breakfast buffet. Drinks will be available for purchase. Don't miss the chance to snag merchandise from these fabulous queens before and after the show!

Saturday Mingo (Music Bingo) - $20 - Saturday, Apr. 12 at 11AM - Join us at Aqua on Baltimore Ave for an exciting morning of music bingo celebrating Women in Music History! Enjoy a fantastic selection of songs while competing for prizes, all in a lively atmosphere. Delicious food and drinks will be available for purchase. Don’t miss this fun-filled event!

Speaker Series: Colonel Grethe Cammermeyer with Maj. Gen. Tammy Smith - $15 - Saturday, Apr. 12 at 9:30 AM - Join Major General Tammy Smith in a conversation with Col. Margarethe Cammermeyer, RN, Ph.D. (Ret.). Col. Cammermeyer is the highest ranking officer to challenge the military’s anti-gay regulation in Federal Court, won a historic decision which was followed by the implementation of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell.” Col. Cammermeyer interweaves her own life experiences with the legal and political struggles which contributed to social justice for gays and lesbians serving in the military and for same sex couples to marry —  also addressing the current challenges with the rising anti-gay and anti-diversity sentiment and policies. Her autobiography Serving in Silence was made into an Emmy Award-winning NBC television movie in which she was portrayed by Glenn Close. It was executive produced by Barbra Streisand.

Poppy Champlin - $25 - Saturday, April 12 at 1PM - CAMP Rehoboth Women's+ FEST favorite quick witted veteran comedian Poppy Champlin is back again this year.  Come witness the comedian, producer, teacher, funny person that is Poppy Champlin!  A tour de force that can't be missed at the Sands Ballroom. There will be a cash bar.  

Christine Havrilla - $25 - Saturday, Apr. 12 at 4PM - Christine Havrilla, a self-taught musician, is known for bringing her "well-built, catchy, smart tunes" (Upstage Magazine), to audiences everywhere, touring nationally as a solo act as well as with Gypsy Fuzz.
She's a powerhouse full of soul and passion. Don’t miss this performance at the Sands Ballroom on Saturday of Women’s+ FEST. There will be a cash bar. 

Sip N Mingle for Singles - $20 - Saturday, Apr. 12 at 5PM - Sip ‘n mingle with other singles at CAMP Rehoboth. Sip complimentary wine, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages as you mingle with other FEST singles. Participate in a “puzzle piece” activity to encourage mingling. 

Women's + FEST Farewell Social - $40 - Sunday, Apr. 13 at 12PM - One of FEST's most popular events is back and bigger than ever at the Sands Ballroom. Come bid 2025 Women's + FEST adieu with friends old and new. Share one last event featuring the musical chops of Women's+ FEST veterans Mama's Black Sheep, Christine Havrilla and special guest Regina Sayles. Light hors d'oeuvres are included; there will be a cash bar. 

Mama's Black Sheep  
Mama’s Black Sheep is the soulful collaboration of singer-songwriters Ashland Miller (guitar/vocals) and Laura Cerulli (drums/vocals). Together, this duo creates a blend of hit worthy originals and covers with a unique spin. Each song allows you to travel with time, whether you’re swinging to Country, Rocking to Pop, Grooving to Soul, or swaying to the Blues; there’s always something to move your body and stir your soul!

Christine Havrilla
Christine, a self-taught musician, is known for bringing her "well-built, catchy, smart tunes" (Upstage Magazine), to audiences everywhere, touring nationally as a solo act as well as with Gypsy Fuzz. She's a powerhouse full of soul and passion. 

Regina Sayles
In constant search of truth on her musical journey, Regina Sayles’ acoustic-driven melodies connect you to the everyday human condition. As a vocal chameleon, Regina sings to the center of life’s heart strings.

FEST Sports 2025

Evie Simmons Memorial Golf Tournament

Thursday, April 10. Start time: 9 a.m.
Location: The Rookery South Golf Course

Assemble your own foursome or join a random draw. Please arrive early for check-in. The $140 per-person fee includes continental breakfast. This is an 18-hole tournament with a shotgun start. Light lunch will follow play. 

Maximum order limit: a maximum order of four spots (one foursome) for the golf tournament is in place; orders that exceed four spots for the golf tournament will be refunded. To select more than one spot, hit the "Add Another Ticket" button. 

Pickleball Doubles Tournament

Powered by Selkirk Pro S1

Selkirk is the Premier sponsor for this pickleball tournament 

Friday, April 11, 7:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Location: Dave Marshall Tennis Center, 1600 Pennsylvania Ave, Lewes
1 ticket per team - Cost $66.

Only one person, the Captain, should purchase the ticket for the team. Before clicking "Add to Cart," please provide the requested information (name, email and cell #) for both Captain and teammate. Please be sure not to duplicate contact information. Captains are responsible for sharing event communications with the teammate. Captain must choose team flight skill A, B, or C:
    A- 3.6 and above
    B - 3.0-3.5
    C - 2.9 and below.

Captain may only register one team. Players who register multiple teams will be refunded for additional orders.

Disclosure: Tournament Committee will re-assign skill levels as necessary to balance flights.
Please note that this event overlaps with the 9-Hole Golf Scramble and the Bowling Tournament. If you wish to participate in the Pickleball Doubles Tournament, do not register for those events. 

G. Linda Rikard 9-Hole Golf Memorial Tournament 

Friday, April 11, with shotgun start at 9 a.m.
Location: The American Classic Golf Club. 18485 Bethpage Dr, Lewes, DE 19958.

Cost is $75 per person, and includes a light breakfast at 7:30 a.m. Shotgun start at 9 a.m. Advanced registration required.

Maximum order limit: a maximum order of four spots (one foursome) for the golf scramble is in place; orders that exceed four spots for the golf scramble will be refunded. To select more than one spot, hit the "Add Another Ticket" button. 

Please note that this event overlaps with the Pickleball Doubles Tournament and the Bowling Tournament. If you wish to participate in the 9-Hole Golf Scramble, do not register for those events. 

Bowling Tournament

Friday, April 11 at 11 a.m.
Location: Lefty’s Alley and Eats, 36450 Plaza Blvd, Lewes, 19958

Purchase individual registration for $30, or add four tickets as a team for $120. To select more than one spot, hit the "Add Another Ticket" button. 

Please note that this event overlaps with the 9-Hole Golf Tournament and the Pickleball Doubles Tournament. If you wish to participate in the Bowling Tournament, do not register for those events. 

Par 3 Golf Gournament

Saturday, April 12, 9 a.m.
Location: Midway Par 3 Golf, 34578 Pinnacle Rd, Lewes, 19958

Cost is $30 per golfer. Register individually or with a partner. This is an 18-hole event, with teams of two people. Registration is required. To select more than one spot, hit the "Add Another Ticket" button. 

This is a WALKING course only. Pull carts are available, but in limited quantities. 

Cornhole Doubles Tournament

Sat., Apr. 12 at 10 a.m.
Location: Epworth United Methodist Church, 19285 Holland Glade Rd, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971

Double elimination. Prizes for winning team and runner-up. 

Maximum order limit: Purchase ONE $50 ticket for a two-member team. Must register as a duo.

Refund Policy: Tickets are non-refundable. If you can't make it, be sweet and give it to a friend. 

Accessibility Notice: CAMP Rehoboth’s Women’s+ FEST strives to create and maintain an inclusive and accessible environment that empowers for all. If you or your companion have any needs related to accessibility, please email Accessiblity@camprehoboth.org no later than March 27, 2025 to ensure needs may be met.