Originally established as a Methodist Episcopal Church retreat, Rehoboth Beach has since acquired the honorific of Nation's Summer Capital. Every summer, thousands of pleasure seekers make their way to Rehoboth Beach to enjoy the sand and surf with activities ranging from strolling along the boardwalk to taking in a free concert at the Bandstand. There are a number of boat charters available here, attributable to the popularity of sport fishing in the area. Away from the ocean, there is a convention center, many shopping opportunities and a host of accommodations for visitors to explore. After summer is over, fun can still be found in Rehoboth Beach. The Sea Witch Halloween Festival and Fiddler's Convention in late October and the Rehoboth Beach Independent Film Festival in November are just two of the annual events that draws visitors to Rehoboth during the off season.