Heavy hitter Mike Epps , Almost Queen invasion, OC Airshow soars, movie on the beach

Labor Day weekend is almost here, but don't take your foot off the gas on summer fun just yet.

Imagine getting to see some really fun events without having to leave Delaware this weekend. We've got the scoop to help you make the most of what's left.

Hi there, I'm Andre Lamar , your plug for finding your can't-miss entertainment in the First State. Welcome to the latest DO Delaware newsletter , where you’ll discover cool events that will be on tap this weekend, and beyond.

Comedian Mike Epps is 'Ready to Sell Out' in Dover

Heavy hitter comedian Mike Epps has had anything but a quiet year. He recently dropped his Netflix comedy special, "Mike Epps: Ready to Sell Out" where he keeps it real as he jokes about bad personal hygiene, waging war against work husbands, and failing at infidelity.

Starring in the sitcom "The Upshaws" — Epps' most notable acting role is arguably the silly character Day-Day from the "Friday" franchise.

At the top of this year Epps was buzzing extra loud after getting into an online beef with Shannon Sharpe, host of the "Club Shay Shay" podcast. The internet drama quickly resolved a couple days later with Sharpe tweeting a photo of both men smiling and shaking hands.

Bally’s Dover Casino Resort (1131 N. Dupont Highway, Dover) from 9-11 p.m. Friday, Aug. 23. Tickets are $75. For more info, visit casinos.ballys.com/dover or call (800) 711-5882.

Almost Queen will rock you in Dewey Beach

From the four-part harmonies to their musical interludes, the tribute band Almost Queen aims to deliver a royal concert experience that would make Freddie Mercury smile. Prepare to hear your favorite Queen hits like "Bohemian Rhapsody" to "Don't Stop Me Now." Joining this show are special guests 4 Peace of Mind, a tribute to Foreigner and Boston.

Bottle & Cork (1807 Highway One, Dewey Beach) at 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 23. Tickets are $35 at door. Visit bottleandcork.com or call (302) 227-7272.

Ocean City Air Show soars just past Sussex County

This festival is just over the southern Delaware border in Ocean City, Maryland, but it's a spectacular event in which all sorts of aerial performers wow spectators on the beach and boardwalk below.

Beachfront, Ocean City, Maryland and gates open at 9 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 24, and Sunday, Aug. 25. Tickets start at $29.75. Visit ocairshow.com.

Free family movie outdoors at Bethany Beach

You and your little ones can hang out on the beach in front of a big screen and go on a musical adventure with a singing reptilian for the free screening of "Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile." The film, starring pop star Shawn Mendes as the singing voice of Lyle, is based on the beloved children's book about a croc that lives in the Big Apple. Feel free to bring chairs and blankets for this event.

Bethany Beach Bandstand (Boardwalk, Bethany Beach) at dusk on Monday, Aug. 26. Free event.  Visit townofbethanybeach.com or call (302) 539-8011.

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