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Find AA Meetings in Delaware

Find AA Meetings in Delaware
•Sourced from official Delaware AA intergroups
Delaware's AA community includes 287 meetings across 38 cities, held daily at churches, community centers, and online. Whether you're looking for a meeting near you, a specific format, or an online or Zoom option anywhere in Delaware, this directory lists local AA groups that are open to newcomers and people at every stage of recovery.
Delaware is small enough that the entire state's meeting calendar coordinates closely, with networks anchored by Wilmington in the north, Dover in the middle, and the beach communities to the south. The directory lists meetings in all 3 counties.
Online AA Meetings in DE
On-line Dawn Patrol
Zoom ID: 854 991 48139 Password: 563826
Meeting in person and ZOOM. Discussion of any AA topic Meeting ID: 348 680 922 Password: 394291
Bethany Early Birds Group
Rarely have we seen a person fail who has thoroughly followed our path...
Rehoboth Womens Discussion Group
Rotates between Big Book, Step (Step study) & Traditions each week. Last Thursday is for anniversary celebrants of the month.
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We are: * a completely online meeting. * available Monday through Saturday at noon. * an open discussion meeting with discussion topics from AA Conference Approved Literature in addition to literature approved by group conscience. * open to...
Daily Reflections Online Group
Meeting Times Across Delaware Near You
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AA Meetings in Delaware by the Numbers
Across Delaware, the 287 listed AA groups are concentrated in Wilmington (83 meetings), Lewes (26), and Newark (21), with active groups in 38 cities in total. Tuesday is the busiest day for meetings, and evening (5–9 PM) sessions are the most common. About 24% of groups (70) offer an online or hybrid option.
Largest AA communities in Delaware
- 1.Wilmington83 meetings
- 2.Lewes26 meetings
- 3.Newark21 meetings
- 4.Bethany Beach18 meetings
- 5.Dover14 meetings
- 6.Rehoboth Beach12 meetings
- 7.Sussex County12 meetings
- 8.Seaford11 meetings
- 9.Georgetown9 meetings
- 10.Millsboro7 meetings
When AA groups meet in Delaware
- Sunday46
- Monday60
- Tuesday64
- Wednesday63
- Thursday58
- Friday62
- Saturday48
Meetings per day of the week across Delaware. Tuesday has the most scheduled groups.
What members read between meetings
A.A.'s own literature does most of the heavy lifting between meetings in Delaware. These are the books most often spotted on a member's bookshelf, with a short note on what each one is for. Each card is tagged with its language.
The book Bill W. and Dr. Bob wrote first, in 1939. Most members pick up a copy in their first week or two and keep it close.
Look on AmazonBill W.'s longer essays on each Step and each Tradition. The usual companion read once the Big Book starts to feel familiar.
Look on AmazonLiving Sober
EnglishA short, practical book about the day-to-day of staying sober. Often the one a sponsor suggests in the first month.
Look on AmazonDaily Reflections
EnglishOne short A.A. reading for each day of the year, with a thought to carry into it. Members often keep a copy on the kitchen counter.
Look on AmazonAs Bill Sees It
EnglishBrief passages from A.A.'s co-founder, arranged by topic. Some groups read one aloud at the top of every meeting.
Look on AmazonAbout AA in Delaware
Wilmington and New Castle County
Wilmington Area Intergroup serves New Castle County, including the city itself, Newark (near UD), and the suburbs of Greenville and Hockessin. The downtown and Trolley Square neighborhoods have established meeting calendars. The Philadelphia-commuter influence shapes weekday meeting schedules. Spanish-language meetings have a notable presence in the Wilmington area.
Dover, Kent County, and Central Delaware
Dover, the state capital, has weekday meetings serving state-government workers plus established neighborhood groups. Smyrna and Milford anchor smaller meeting clusters. Dover Air Force Base adds military families to nearby meetings. The Central Delaware meeting calendar coordinates closely with both the north and south.
Sussex County: Rehoboth, Lewes, and the beaches
Rehoboth Beach has a year-round meeting calendar that expands substantially during the summer season. The LGBTQ+ AA presence in Rehoboth is long-running and well-known regionally. Lewes, Bethany Beach, Fenwick Island, Ocean View, and the inland Sussex County communities (Georgetown, Seaford, Laurel) round out the southern Delaware meeting calendar.
Getting to a meeting in Delaware
DART First State runs bus service across all three counties plus paratransit. SEPTA Regional Rail serves Wilmington and Newark. Amtrak's Northeast Corridor stops at Wilmington. Outside those, driving is the standard option.
Finding AA Meetings in Delaware
Alcoholics Anonymous is active across 38 cities in Delaware, with 287 meetings listed in this directory. Meetings run mornings, evenings, and weekends, and formats range from open discussions to step study groups, so most people can find something that fits their schedule and where they are in recovery.
Meeting Types Available in Delaware
AA meetings in Delaware run in several formats, each suited to a different kind of participation. With 287 meetings listed, here is what you can expect to find:
Open Meetings
Open to the public. Family members, friends, and anyone curious about A.A. are welcome to attend. No membership or personal connection to alcohol problems is required.
Closed Meetings
For people who have a desire to stop drinking. These meetings are private, and what is shared stays within the room.
Speaker Meetings
A member shares their story of "experience, strength, and hope." These meetings can be grounding for newcomers who want to hear how others have navigated recovery.
Step Study Groups
Groups that work through the 12 Steps together. Found in Wilmington and across Delaware, these meetings focus on applying A.A. principles in practical terms.
Major Cities with AA Support in Delaware
Wilmington, Delaware's most active AA community, hosts 83 meetings. Other major cities include Lewes, Newark, Bethany Beach, and more, each running multiple meetings per week.
Getting to AA Meetings in Delaware
Whether you're traveling to Delaware for the first time or a longtime resident seeking support, understanding your transportation options can help you access the AA meetings you need. Below is comprehensive information about reaching meetings across the state.
Planning Your Journey to AA Meetings
When traveling to Alcoholics Anonymous meetings in Delaware, call ahead to confirm meeting times, verify the address, and get directions. Many AA groups warmly welcome newcomers, first-timers, and out-of-town visitors. If lack of transportation is preventing you from attending meetings, reach out to local AA groups via the AA hotline—many members volunteer to give free rides to people in early recovery, or can connect you with Zoom meetings and online AA meetings.