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CAMP Rehoboth celebrates Women’s Fest

Comedian Mina Hartong co-headlined the silver anniversary of CAMP Rehoboth Women’s Fest at Rehoboth Beach Convention Center. DAN COOK PHOTOS
Dan Cook
April 17, 2026

CAMP Rehoboth celebrated the silver anniversary of Women’s Fest April 9-12. For 25 years, Women’s Fest has brought fun, entertainment and tradition to all those on the spectrum of the feminine spirit.

Headlining the event were comedian Mina Hartong and singer Yoli Mayor. Friday night’s performance entertained a sold-out crowd at the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center.

Hartong is a comedian storyteller who had the audience howling with her lesbian humor. She is the founder of Lez Out Loud. She calls herself the “fun lesbian aunt you always wanted.”

Mayor has been dubbed the Cuban Adele by Downtown Magazine. She has mastered a fusion of sounds as multicultural as her hometown. 

A live auction was presented between Friday night acts with a guest auctioneer appearance by Lorne Crawford.

The weekend also featured sports tournaments, a vendor expo, dances and community partner events at local venues.

CAMP Rehoboth will continue to celebrate the Women’s Fest anniversary with programs and events throughout the year. Proceeds from Women’s Fest benefit CAMP Rehoboth, the largest LGBTQ+ community center in Delaware.

 

Comedian Mina Hartong.
Comedian Mina Hartong.
Comedian Mina Hartong.
Yoli Mayor, dubbed Cuban Adele by Downtown Magazine, entertains the sold-out crowd Friday night.
Yoli Mayor entertains the crowd Friday night.
Yoli Mayor sings at Women’s Fest.
Yoli Mayor brought the crowd to their feet.
Enjoying the meet-and-greet are (l-r) Alli Brennan, CAMP Rehoboth Executive Director Robin Brennan, singer Yoli Mayor and comedian Mina Hartong.
Having a conversation at the meet-and-greet are Joe Vescio, left, and Michelle "Shady P" Manfredi.
Having a libation at the meet-and-greet are Mari Blackburn, left, and Chris Lay.
CAMP Rehoboth founder Murray Archabald stands with his painting that was auctioned off at the event.
At the meet-and-greet are (l-r) comedian Mina Hartong, Teri Seaton, CAMP Rehoboth founder Murray Archibald and Leslie Ledogar.
CAMP Rehoboth volunteer Linda Kemp, right, gets a hug from singer Yoli Mayor.
Leslie Ledogar, left, and Nancy Hewish enjoy the meet-and-greet.
Having a great time are (l-r) Michael Beigay, Mike Tyler and Ken Currier.
Being the queen of the evening is comedian/writer Fay Jacobs. She acted as emcee for the event.
Lorne Crawford handles the auctioneer duties at the event.
Enjoying the meet-and-greet are (l-r) singer Yoli Mayor, Leslie Ledogar, Joe Vescio, Mike Tyler, Robin Brennan, Ken Currier and Alli Brennan.
Getting a picture at the meet-and-greet are (l-r) Polly Donaldson, comedian Mina Hartong and Mignon Crawford.
Awaiting the crowd are (l-r) singer Yoli Mayor, Christa Marks and CAMP Rehoboth Communications Manager Matty Brown.
CAMP Rehoboth Communications Manager Matty Brown, right, takes a winning bid from Suzanne Krupa.
Comedian and writer Fay Jacobs emcees the event.
CAMP Rehoboth Board of Directors President Leslie Ledogar welcomes the crowd to the event and introduces the new Executive Director, Dr. Robin Brennan.
New CAMP Rehoboth Executive Director Dr. Robin Brennan speaks to the crowd at the event.
DJ Peggy Castle headlined the FEST Premiere Dance on Saturday, April 11. Photo courtesy of G. Michael Beigay.

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Dan has worked for the Cape Gazette for more than 30 years as a photographer and reporter, covering high school sports and happenings around eastern Sussex County. He won a photography award from the National Newspaper Association, and numerous awards from the Maryland, Delaware, D.C. Press Association. A Delaware native, Dan graduated from Cape in 1972 and returned as a teacher and coach in the 1980s. He retired from the classroom in 2016. He was inducted into Cape High’s Legends Stadium in 2016. In his spare time, Dan enjoys spending time with his wife, two sons, grandchildren and dogs. 

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