Are you ready to fall in love with Dover all over again? Whether you’re a longtime local or just discovering the charm of our downtown, the Dover 25 in 25 Challenge is your invitation to explore, enjoy, and share the best of what our city has to offer.

This fun and easy challenge is all about making memories, supporting local businesses, and scoring some amazing prizes along the way!

What’s the Challenge?

The Dover 25 in 25 Challenge invites you to visit 25 downtown Dover businesses in the year 2025. From cozy coffee shops and trendy boutiques to unique museums, historic locations and mouthwatering restaurants, there’s so much to see and do!

Your mission? Share your journey on social media, and you could win prizes donated by our fantastic local businesses!

How to Participate:

Step 1: Visit a downtown Dover museum, business, historical marker, or attraction.
Grab a latte, explore Dover’s unique history, browse the racks, indulge in a spa day, or grab lunch with friends—whatever suits your vibe!

Step 2: Take a photo at the location.
It could be a selfie with your favorite dish, a snap of a unique space in Dover, or a group pic with friends.

Step 3: Share your photo on Facebook or Instagram.

• On Facebook, make sure your share type is set to Public so we can see it!

• On Instagram, if your account is private, switch over to Facebook for this post to ensure it’s set to Public.

Step 4: Tag the business in your post, tag Visit Downtown Dover, and include the hashtag #DOVER25IN25.
Each post is an entry into our prize drawing!

What Can You Win?

By participating in the challenge, you’ll be entered to win some seriously cool prizes from local businesses. Think gift cards, unique products, and experiences that showcase the best of Dover. Winners will be drawn and announced live on social media, so keep an eye out—you could be our next lucky winner!

Need Some Ideas?

Here’s a little inspiration to get you started:

• Sip on a perfectly brewed coffee at your favorite café.

• Walk the Dover Community Trail and snap a scenic view.

• Visit a museum and share a shot of your favorite exhibit.

• Try on a stunning piece of jewelry at a downtown shop.

• Snap a selfie with your brunch crew at a local restaurant.

• Explore a boutique and show off your new find.

Every visit is a chance to discover something new and support the experiences that make Dover amazing.

Let’s Get Started!

The Dover 25 in 25 Challenge is your perfect excuse to get out, explore, and share your love for our vibrant downtown. So grab your phone, gather your friends, and start snapping those photos. We can’t wait to see your posts lighting up #DOVER25IN25!

Follow along and join the fun!
Tag us in your posts and keep up with the action on our social media channels. Let’s make this challenge a celebration of all the incredible things Dover has to offer.