Festivals Provide Outdoor Fun
When you don’t know where to begin sightseeing on the Door Peninsula, head to a festival. Door County has some unique ones, but these kind of Peninsula parties provide opportunities to spend time outdoors in scenic areas while soaking up the local culture. (More...)
Events Calendar |
Long-Run Calendar |
APRIL 2010 |
MAY 2010 |
JUNE 2010 |
JULY 2010 |
AUGUST 2010
SEPTEMBER 2010 |
OCTOBER 2010 |
NOVEMBER 2010 |
DECEMBER 2010 |
2011 EVENTS |
APRIL 2010 |
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| EASTER EGG HUNT April 3 | • | Lakeside Park, Jacksonport. 11a.m.-noon. 920-823-2288 |
| BROWN TROUT TOURNAMENT April 16-18 | • | Baileys Harbor. Annual kick-off to the fishing season. 920-839-2366 |
| GROOVIN’ SISTERHOOD WEEKEND April 23-25 | • | various locations centered in Sturgeon Bay. A weekend event that caters to women embracing life, love and laughter through shopping, sharing and indulging! Registration information online at 800-301-6695 www.SturgeonBay.net |
MAY 2010 |
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| SHIPYARD TOURS May 1 | • | Sturgeon Bay. 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Tour and view the current projects of three facilities: Palmer Johnson, Great Lakes Yacht Services and Bay Shipbuilding Co. Tickets available at the gates on the day of the event |
| DOOR COUNTY HALF MARATHON AND NICOLET BAY 5K May 1 | • | Peninsula State Park, Fish Creek. 10 a.m. USATF-certified road course through scenic Peninsula State Park. $65 on race day. 920-421-1519 or www.doorcountyhalfmarathon.com |
| DINING AROUND THE DOOR May 2 | • | Gordon Lodge, Baileys Harbor. 5:30 p.m. Samplings from many of Door County’s finest restaurants. Silent Auction and music. All proceeds benefit the Door County YMCA. Call 920-743-4949 to purchase tickets. $40 per person |
| DOOR COUNTY SHOWCASE OF HOMES PARADE May 7-8 & 14-16 | • | various locations. Friday 4-7 p m.; Sat 11a.m.-4 p.m. Door County Home Builders Association presents a tour of homes built by members of the Association. The homes showcase many styles and new trends in building for 2010. $10. 920-743-6303 or www.dchba.org |
| WORK AND PLAY PARK DAY May 8 | • | Whitefish Dunes State Park, Jacksonport. 9 a.m.4 p.m. Whitefish Dunes encourages all to spend the whole day, morning or afternoon preparing the park for the summer season. Work projects include blue bird house preparation, trail work, litter pickup and much more. Children under 18 are welcome, but must work with a parent/adult. Lunch and snack provided. 920-823-2400 |
| DISCOVERY BIRD WALKS, May 8 | • | Ridges Sanctuary. Bird enthusiasts of all abilities, ages, and interest explore the great birding hot spots in the Baileys Harbor area. Meet at the Marshall cabin. 920-839-2802 or www.ridgessanctuary.org |
| BLOSSOM RUN May 8 | • | Egg Harbor. Boat launch park. 2 & 5 mile walk/run and 1 mile youth run. Race begins at 8:30 a.m. Register in advance or day of the run. 920-743-4949 or visit www.dcymca.com |
| GIRLFRIENDS GREAT EGGSCAPE May 13-16 | • | Egg Harbor. Art crawl, trolley tours, wine & cheese, shopping, comedy and much, much more. 920-868-3717 or www.eggharbordoorcounty.org |
| VILLAGE WIDE RUMMAGE SALE May 15 | • | Sister Bay. Individual sales throughout the village with guide map and coupons for restaurant specials. 920-854-2127 |
| DOOR COUNTY SCOTTIE DOG RALLY May 22 | • | Downtown Baileys Harbor. 11:30 a.m. parade. 10th annual Door County Scottie Rally. Nearly 200 Scottish Terriers from across North America. Complete with kilts and bagpipers. 920-493-5868 |
| SPRING FLING May 22 | • | Baileys Harbor Town Hall. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Spring arts and crafts fair on the front lawn of the town hall. 920-839-2366 |
| DOOR COUNTY SHEPHERD’S MARKET May 22-23 | • | Northeastern Wisconsin’s oldest fiber event. Whitefish Bay Farm, 3831 Clark Lake Rd. (County WD/Cave Point Rd.) 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, 10-3 Sunday. 920-743-1560 |
| DOOR COUNTY FESTIVAL OF NATURE May 27-29 | • | Ridges Sanctuary, Baileys Harbor. The Ridges Sanctuary and five local conservation groups to offer guided field trips through some of Door County’s special natural areasmany not generally open to the public. Evening presentations, early morning bird walks. 920-839-2802 |
| STURGEON BAY FINE ART FAIR May 29-30 | • | Sunset Park, Sturgeon Bay. 10 a.m. -4 p.m. 12th annual juried multi-media art show. Entertainment, children’s activities, food and beverages along the water. 800-301-6695 |
| MAIFEST May 29-30 | • | Lakeside Park, Jacksonport. Art fair, fun run, great food, music, horse pull, parade and more. 920-823-2800 |
JUNE 2010 |
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| PADDLE FEST June 5 | • | Nicolet Beach in Peninsula State Park. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Demo new kayaks, no experience necessary, free admission. 920-854-7598 |
| STATE PARK OPEN HOUSE DAY June 6 | • | Countywide. Free admission to all state parks. Newport State Park, 920-854-2500, Peninsula State Park, 920-868-3258, Potawatomi State Park, 920-746-2890, Whitefish Dunes State Park, 920-823-2400 |
| HERITAGE DAYS June 7-14 | • | Fish Creek. Fish Creek’s Gibraltar Historical Association celebrates the history of Gibraltar Township & Fish Creek. Walking tours, music, Noble House tours, programs & events. 1-800-577-1880 or www.fishcreekinfo.com |
| STEEL BRIDGE SONGFEST June 10-13 | • | Downtown Sturgeon Bay. International songwriters showcase. Three nights and a day with over 100 bands and soloists on 10 stages. 920-743-5605 |
| DOOR COUNTY LIGHTHOUSE WALK FESTIVAL June 11-13 | • | Countywide. This popular event has now settled into June. Event has distinctive new look with assortment of excursions to mainland-accessible lights and boat trips to outlying lights to give the lighthouse enthusiast an assortment of experiences from which to choose. New islands to visit. 920-743-5958, www.dcmm.org |
| GOLFING WITH THE STARS, June 14 | • | Horseshoe Bay Golf Course, Fish Creek. Boys and Girls Club fundraiser. 11a.m. A Celebrity Golf Outing is the major fundraiser for Boys and Girls Club of Door County. The event is limited to 100 golfers and consists of 18 holes of golf, lunch, dinner and prizes. Four hole- in-one contests and a $10,000 putting contest. Prizes. 920-743-8705 |
| WASHINGTON ISLAND CANOE AND KAYAK EVENT June 17-20 | • | Washington Island. The 2nd annual Washington Island Canoe and Kayak Race, Expedition and Symposium. 877-942-5737 or www.washingtonislandcanoeandkayakevent.com |
| FYR BAL FESTIVAL June 18-20 | • | Ephraim. Festival re-creates traditions of early Norwegians celebrating Midsummer’s Eve. Enjoy live music, an arts and craft show, alpacas and llamas, a raffle, silent auction, regatta, children’s activities and crafts. 920-854-4989 |
| THE RIDGES RIDE FOR NATURE June 19 | • | Ridges Sanctuary, Baileys Harbor. 7:30 a.m-3 p.m. Bicycle the back roads of Door County. Sagwagon, rest stops, well-marked routes, nature notes, and a delicious pasta lunch. 920-839-2802 or www.ridgessanctuary.org |
| OLDE ELLISON BAY DAYS June 25-27 | • | Ellison Bay Community Park. Arts, crafts, food, fun, games and surprises for the whole family. Sponsored by the Ellison Bay Service Club. Parade at 11a.m. on Saturday. 920-854-5448 |
| PARADE OF PONDS June 26 | • | Various locations. 5th Annual. A self-guided tour of backyard water features benefitting Family Centers of Door County, Inc. 920-856-6595 |
| LITTLE STURGEON DAYS June 26-27 | • | Little Sturgeon Bay. Community wide rummage sale, arts and crafts, music, kids’ activities, food, and refreshments. 920-824-5222 or www.littlesturgeonwi.com |
| RENAISSANCE FANTASY FAIRE June 26-27 | • | Monument Point Rd, Carlsville. 10a.m.-6 p.m. Cheer your champion knight at the Joust Arena. Feast like a king with the Royals. Delight in the antics of street performers, belly dancers and musicians. This charity fundraiser is a sure bet for family entertainment. $9-$12. 920-973-8233 |
JULY 2010 |
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| RIDGES FAMILY DISCOVERY NIGHT July 1 | • | Baileys Harbor Town Hall. 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m. The Ridges Sanctuary invites kids and adults to explore nature with lots of hands-on and hands-in activities. 920-839-2802 |
| DOOR COUNTY BREEZE WINDSURFING REGATTA July 2-4 | • | Ephraim. 920-833-6470 or www26.brinkster.com/dcbreeze |
| FFA ALUMNI DAIRY BREAKFAST July 3 | • | Geisel Farm, Brauer Rd, in Valmy. 6 a.m.-11:30 a.m. 920-743-4859 |
| ART ON THE QUIET SIDE July 3-4 | • | Lakeside Park, Jacksonport. Arts & craft fair, refreshments, family fun. 920-854-9372 |
| FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION July 3-4 | • | Harborview Park, Egg Harbor. Food and refreshments starting at 2 p.m. with the Mango Brothers Band playing at 5p.m. and fireworks at dusk on July 3rd. Parade at 1:30 p.m. on the 4th. 920-868-3717 |
| BIRCH CREEK FREE FAMILY CONCERT July 3 | • | Birch Creek Music Performance Center, Egg Harbor. 1-2:30 p.m. 920-868-3763 |
| RENAISSANCE FANTASY FAIRE July 3-4 | • | Monument Point Rd, Carlsville. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. See skillful demonstrations of time honored arts, crafts & armored combat. This charity fundraiser is a sure bet for family entertainment. $9-$12. 920-973-8233 |
| PANCAKE BREAKFAST July 4 | • | Washington Island Firehouse. Sponsored by the Washington Island Fire Dept. 920-847-2179. |
| FOURTH OF JULY FIREWORKS ON WASHINGTON ISLAND July 4 | • | Washington Island Ball Park. Fireworks begin at dusk. 920-847-2179 |
| FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION IN BAILEYS HARBOR July 4 | • | Arts, crafts, live entertainment, children’s games, fireworks at dusk. Parade at 10 a.m. 920-839-2366 |
| FISH CREEK INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION July 4 | • | . Spectacular display of fireworks at dusk. 800-577-1880 |
| GILLS ROCK CELEBRATES July 4 | • | . Food and live music start at 5 p.m. Boat regatta at 6:30 p.m. in the harbor. Fireworks at dusk. 920-854-2972 |
| STURGEON BAY CELEBRATES! July 4 | • | Sunset Park 7 p.m. Enjoy an old-fashioned ice cream social, Peninsula Symphonic Band performance at 8 p.m. followed by fireworks. 800-301-6695 |
| HAIRPIN RUN, FISH CREEK July 4 | • | . Registration at 7:30 a.m. at the old Gibraltar Town Hall. 5k-10k. 920-868-2316 or e-mail: hairpin.runwalk@gibraltar.k12.wi.us |
| DOOR COUNTY FOLK FESTIVAL July 7-11 | • | Ephraim, Sister Bay & Baileys Harbor. Celebrating ethnic folk dancing and music from many countries with dancing and music workshops, parties, concerts, children’s program and much more. 773-463-2288, 920-421-2986 or www.dcff.net |
| 8TH ANNUAL GARDEN WALK IN SISTER BAY July 8 | • | Various locations. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Benefiting the Sister Bay Historical Society. 920-854-5257 or www.sisterbayhistory.org |
| BELGIAN DAYS July 10-11 | • | Brussels Town Park. Includes a tractor pull on Saturday, Big Dawg softball tournament, firemen’s challenge, country and polka music. Saturday noon to midnight. Parade 10 a.m. Sunday. 920-825-1450 |
| ART IN THE PARK July 10 | • | Washington Island Art & Nature Center. Sponsored by the Art and Nature Center. 920-847-2179 |
| JEFFERSON STREET FESTIVAL July 10 | • | Along Jefferson Street, Sturgeon Bay. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Live music, strolling entertainers, children’s activities, food and beverages. 800-301-6695 |
| AMISH QUILT SHOW & SALE July 15-18 | • | Sister Bay Village Hall. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. 920-823-2288 |
| BIRCH CREEK FREE FAMILY CONCERT July 17 | • | Birch Creek Music Performance Center, Egg Harbor. 1-2:30 p.m. 920-868-3763 |
| FLY-IN FISH BOIL July 17 | • | Washington Island Airport. Sponsored by the Lions Club. 920-847-2179 |
| DOOR COUNTY TRIATHLON July 17-18 | • | Murphy Park, Egg Harbor. Event offers Sprint (1/4 mile swim, 18 mile bike, 3.1 mile run) and Half Iron (1.2 mile swim, 56 mile bike, 13.1 mile run) distances. Advance registration required. Saturday and Sunday 8 a.m. 920-606-2458 |
| KIDS’ TRIATHLON July 17 | • | Door County YMCA, Sturgeon Bay. In conjunction with the Door County Triathlon. Intermediate triathlon for boys and girls ages 4-14. 920-743-4949 |
| ARTS & CRAFTS/ANTIQUE TRACTOR & FARM IMPLEMENT SHOW, July 17-18 | • | Artwork, handcrafted treasures, jewelry, photography and more. Artist demos and tractor parade. Perennial plant sale. 1800 log home tours. Fundraiser for the Liberty Grove Historical Society. Food and beverages. 920-839-5022 |
| MUSIC AT LAKESIDE PARK July 17, 24 & 31 | • | Lakeside Park, Jacksonport. 3 p.m.-4:30 p.m. 920-823-2288 |
| OPEN HOUSE: THE GARDEN DOOR July 17 | • | Peninsular Research Station Sturgeon Bay. 1-4 p.m. Tour the educational garden maintained by the Door County Master Gardeners and the UW Research Station staff. Refreshments will be served. 920-746-7952 |
| PLEIN AIR FESTIVAL July 19-24 | • | Countywide. A combination of free and ticketed events. Artists have 6 days to paint Door County on canvas. Collector’s Preview party and Gala Auction on Friday, July 23 at the Peninsula School of Art. Watch over 100 artists paint during the Dockside Quick-Paint competition in Clark Park, Fish Creek July 24. Painting begins at 9 a.m. 920-868-3455 |
| OLD FASHIONED ICE CREAM SOCIAL July 20 | • | Corner of the Past/Old Anderson House Museum, Sister Bay. 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Sundaes and a variety of delicious homemade cakes in the unique setting of the Koessel Barn and surrounding farm yard. 920-854-5257 |
| DOOR COUNTY ANTIQUE SHOW & SALE July 22-24 | • | Gibraltar High School, Fish Creek. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 36th Annual Door County Antique Show. Sponsored by the Sister Bay Lions Club to benefit Leader Dog for the Blind. Featuring 35 professional dealers plus crystal and china repair on site. Admission is $5, under 16 free, good for all 3 days. 715-355-5144 |
| REC RUN-10K RUN/5K AND 2K WALK/RUN July 24 | • | Rec Center on Washington Island. 10 a.m. Registration 8:30 a.m. Pre-registration $20. 920-847-2179 |
| K/D SALMON TOURNAMENT July 24August 1 | • | Multiple Locations. 28th Annual. Participating ports include Sturgeon Bay, Baileys Harbor, Washington Island, Algoma and Kewaunee. More than $40,000 in cash and prizes. $25 for entire tournament, $13 for one day. 920-883-9792 |
| SOUTHERN DOOR FIRE DEPARTMENT PICNIC July 26-27 | • | Forestville Fire Station County Rd. J and Hwy 42. Co-ed softball tournament, motorcycle ride, live entertainment, parade, kids’ activities, silent auction, cash prize raffle, food and beverages. Parade on Sunday at 11 a.m |
| 50TH ANNUAL HOUSE AND GARDEN WALK July 27 | • | Countywide. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Stroll through a showcase of five homes and gardens in the county. Benefiting the Door County Memorial Hospital Auxiliary. $25. 920-746-1071 |
| SALE THRU THE AVENUES SIDEWALK SALE July 29 | • | Citywide Sturgeon Bay. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Sale is loaded with bargains, live entertainment, food and beverages and more. 800-301-6695 |
| SAND SCULPTURE CONTEST July 31 | • | Whitefish Dunes State Park. 11a.m.-3 p.m. Prizes in three categories. Come and be creative in the sun and in the sand! Contact park for rules. State park vehicle sticker required. 920-823-2400 |
| 9TH ANNUAL CARLSVILLE DAY July 31 | • | . Parade at 10 a.m. Food, live music, arts & craft vendors, free trolley rides and tons of family fun. 920-743-2228 |
| DOOR COUNTY BLUEGRASS CAMP KICKOFF CONCERT July 31 | • | Third Avenue Playhouse, Sturgeon Bay. 920-743-1760 or www.thirdavenueplayhouse.com |
AUGUST 2010 |
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| DOOR COUNTY FAIR, Aug. 4-8 | • | John Myles County Park, Sturgeon Bay. Carnival rides, food stands, 4-H animal barns, Grandstand events, kids and family tents. Starts Wednesday, 5 p.m. 920-746-2261 |
| SCANDINAVIAN FESTIVAL Aug. 6 | • | Washington Island. Scandinavian Fest Kaffe and Stavkirke Open House at Trinity Lutheran Church, Scandinavian Brunch at Bethel Church, Scandinavian dance festival in the evening and Scandinavian worship service at Trinity Lutheran Church. 920-847-2179 |
| CHERRY FEST Aug. 7 | • | Lakeside Park, Jacksonport. Historical display, fine arts and crafts, food, music, family fun and more. 920-823-2316 |
| 2OTH ANNUAL CLASSIC WOODEN BOAT FESTIVAL Aug. 7-8 | • | Door County Maritime Museum, Sturgeon Bay. 10 a.m.4 p.m. Dozens of vintage vessels on display including the 149 ft. tug John Purves. Demonstrations and popular two-day Sikaflex quick and dirty boat building contest. Entertainment, raffle, plein air event, maritime author session. 920-743-5958 |
| CAMP TAIGA Aug. 9 | • | Ridges Sanctuary. 9 a.m.noon. Learn about animals and plants that live here through hikes, cooperative games, and nature art. (Entering grades 1-2) Registration required. 920-839-2802 |
| WASHINGTON ISLAND FAIR Aug. 14 | • | Community Center. Craft booths, food booths, exhibits and Bingo. 920-847-2179 |
| DOOR COUNTY FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS Aug. 14 | • | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Waterfront Park in Sister Bay. Day-long festival featuring artists’ demonstrations, live music, cultural tours, culinary delights, children’s activities, narrated trolley tours of Sister Bay and Anderson Museum and Corner of the Past. 920-854-2127 (thru May), 920-854-2812 (after May) |
| EGG HARBOR MARINA GRAND OPENING Aug. 14 | • | . The new Egg Harbor Marina officially opens with a celebration of our new facility including music, refreshments, educational elements and many water recreation-related events. 920-868-3717 |
| UNDER THE BIG TOP Aug. 19 | • | Washington Island School Grounds. 7:30 p.m. Island musicians under the direction of Julian Hagen and Cindra Hokkanen. 920-847-3434 |
| STURGEON BAY OFFSHORE CHALLENGE Aug. 20-22 | • | Sawyer Park, Sturgeon Bay. 6 a.m.-1 p.m. 6th Annual Salmon & Trout fishing tournament. Ladies and children on Friday. Pro/Am Division on Saturday and Sunday. Many additional awards and prizes. 920-585-3726 |
| VALMY THRESHEREE Aug. 20-22 | • | . Club Grounds. Friday night 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday starting at 8 a.m. 920-743-4859 |
| WEST FEST Aug. 21 | • | Sturgeon Bay’s Madison Avenue. 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. Celebrate a Wild West Day with a craft show, chili cook-off, at high noon, live entertainment, plus food and beverages. 800-301-6695 |
| TUG FEST Aug. 21 | • | Door County Maritime Museum, Sturgeon Bay. The third annual event held in conjunction with West Fest Celebration. Hosted by the Maritime Museum and centered on the museum’s Tug, John Purves. Tours of the tug and children’s activities. 920-743-5958 |
| CANDLELIGHT BEACH WALK Aug. 21 | • | Whitefish Dunes State Park. 7:30 p.m.- 9:30 p.m. Stroll for one mile on the shore. Part of the walk is handicapped accessible. State park vehicle sticker required. 920-823-2400 |
| DOOR COUNTY MARITIME MUSEUM FISH BOIL Aug. 22 | • | Door County Maritime Museum-Gills Rock. Classic Door County Fish Boil presented by J&M Fisheries of Gills Rock to benefit the museum. 920-743-5958 |
SEPTEMBER 2010 |
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| LABOR DAY WEEKEND RUN & DUATHLON Sept. 4 | • | Fish Creek YMCA. 5k run/walk, quarter-mile children’s run and duathlon, with a 2-mile run/12-mile bike. In addition to the races, there will be door prizes, free use of the aquatic center, refreshments and fun. 920-868-3660 |
| MARINA FEST Sept. 4 | • | Sister Bay Marina. Pancake breakfast, food & beverage booths, live music and dancing under the big tent, children’s boat building and craft tent, Championship Waterboard Warriors Ski Show, fireworks at dusk. (Nov-May) 920-854-2127 or (Jun-Oct) 920-854-2812 |
| WILDERNESS DAY Sept. 5 | • | Newport State Park. A day of hikes and programs to celebrate Wisconsin’s only formally designated Wilderness State Park. 920-854-2500 |
| JAZZ ON JEFFERSON Sept. 11 | • | Sturgeon Bay’s Jefferson Street. 1-8 p.m. Live jazz on Jefferson Street featuring special events in the stores plus food and beverages. 800-301-6695 |
| TASTE OF THE DOOR Sept. 11 | • | Peninsular Research Station, Sturgeon Bay. 1-4 p.m. Many samples will be available throughout the afternoon. A Pesto Festo Contest will also be held with visitors tasting and judging the entries.920-746-9026 |
| CORN FEST Sept. 11 | • | Schopf’s Hilltop Dairy, Carlsville. 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. Events feature a walk through the 20 acre Corn Maze, children’s games, bakery items, food, raffle and silent auction, plus corn and pie eating contests. Proceeds from the event benefit Sunshine House, Inc. Maze. 920-743-7943, ext 204 |
| DOOR COUNTY CENTURY RIDE WEEKEND Sept. 12 | • | Countywide. Ride offers cyclists routes of 30 miles, 62 miles, 76 miles and 100 miles. Well-stocked food/fluid rest stations, and a post ride barbecue. Saturday, noon-8 p.m. Packet pickup and Bike Expo at Sevastopol School, Sunday 7-10 a.m. Ongoing packet pickup, open ride start, breakfast items sold in school lobby. Noon-8 p.m. 920-606-2458 |
| BELGIAN KERMISS CELEBRATION Sept. 12 | • | Camp Wabansi, 1242 Bayshore Rd. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Old time celebration of the harvest known as the Kermiss. Authentic Belgian food for sale: trippe, booyah and Belgian pies. Belgian history display, card tournament, live music, and children’s activities. 920-856-1651 |
| HARVEST FESTIVAL AND HARVEST MOON CELEBRATION Sept. 18 | • | Sturgeon Bay. Citywide celebration of autumn’s bounty featuring an arts and craft show, car show, food booths, music and entertainment plus children’s activities. The day concludes with a Harvest Moon celebration from 5 to 9 p.m. 800-302-6695 |
| OLD WORLD CRAFT FAIR Sept. 18 | • | Jefferson Street, Sturgeon Bay. 10 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. Featuring only handcrafted items from original artists. Knitting, spinning, fiber arts, jewelry, weaving, felting, pottery, quilting and much more. 920-743-3172 or e-mail: pbahelliott@charter.net |
| AUTUMN FEST Sept. 18 | • | Downtown Baileys Harbor. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Arts & crafts, entertainment, food. 920-839-2366 |
| RIDGES RECYCLE EXTRAVAGANZA-FLEA MARKET Sept. 18 | • | Ridges Sanctuary, Baileys Harbor. 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Clean out the attic and set up a booth or donate items to benefit The Ridges Sanctuary. Call to reserve a spot or donate items. 920-839-2802 |
| INSIDE/OUTSIDE SALE Sept. 24-26 | • | Fish Creek. Visitors will experience Autumn with special treats and delights. Events begin on Friday and continue through Sunday. 800-577-1880 |
OCTOBER 2010 |
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| RUN WILD 2010 Oct. 2 | • | Potawatomi State Park, Sturgeon Bay. 10k run, 3- mile walk/run, 1/3-mile Smokey Bear Run and 2/3-mile Park Ranger run. Registration at 8-9:30 a.m., 10 a.m. 10k run and 3 mile walk/run, 11:15 a.m. Smokey Bear Run. Refreshments, door prizes, and trophies. 920-743-6866 |
| TAPWORKS PRESENTS: TUESDAYS WITH MORRIE Oct. 7-14 | • | Third Avenue Playhouse, Sturgeon Bay. Thursday-Saturday 7:30 p.m., Sunday 2 p.m. 920-743-1760 |
| AUTUMN QUILT SHOW AND SALE Oct. 7 | • | Sister Bay Village Hall. 9 a.m.-5p.m. daily. 920-823-2288 |
| SPOOKTACULAR HIKE Oct. 9 | • | Peninsula State Park, Fish Creek. 5-7:30 p.m. Self-guided hike. One-mile candlelit trail fun for all ages. Refreshments. State park vehicle sticker required. 920-868-3258 |
| TOWNLINE ART FAIR Oct. 9 | • | Fine Line Designs Gallery and Sculpture Garden, Ephraim. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. The 37th Annual Townline Art Fair is hosted by Fine Line Designs and Sculpture Garden on Ephraim’s north end. Visual arts and fine crafts. Featuring over 80 professional juried artists from across the Midwest. 920-854-4343 |
| PUMPKIN PATCH FESTIVAL Oct. 9-10 | • | Egg Harbor. Arts and crafts, rides for the kids, scarecrow and pumpkin decorations, free concerts and much, much more. 920-868-3717 |
| FALL FUN FEST AND CIDER PRESSING PARTY Oct. 10 | • | Washington Island Farm Museum. 920-847-2179 or www.washingtonislandchamber.com |
| FALL FESTIVA Oct. 15-17 | • | Sister Bay. Parade, arts & crafts, food booths, live music, ping pong ball drop. Parade Saturday at 11 a.m. (Nov-May) 920-854-2127 (Jun-Oct) 920-854-2812 |
| DOOR COUNTY FALL 50 Oct. 23 | • | Gills Rock to Sturgeon Bay. 50-mile run offers a challenge to solo and teams of 2-5 runners. It ends with a party at Sunset Park with free beer & pizza. Pre-registration required. 920-606-2458 |
| HOLIDAYS AND HOLLY NIGHTS Oct. 29-Dec. 19 | • | Countywide. Celebrate Door County’s autumn beauty, rich maritime heritage and unique shopping opportunities. 1-800-527-3529 |
| JACK O’LANTERN JAMBOREE Oct. 30-Nov. 1 | • | Fish Creek. Jack O’Lantern Jamboree will feature pumpkins of all shapes and sizes throughout the village during Halloween weekend. Festivities will include trick or treating, a pet parade and costume contest. 920-868-2316 |
| CHILDREN’S HALLOWEEN PARTY Oct. 31 | • | Baileys Harbor Town Hall. 5:30-7:30, p.m. Games, treats, costume contest. 920-839-2366 |
NOVEMBER 2010 |
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| SOUTHERN DOOR BOOSTER CLUB ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR Nov. 7 | • | Southern Door Middle School. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. 30th Annual Door County’s largest craft show under one roof. $2. 920-825-7330 |
| CHRISTMAS BY THE BAY Nov. 19-21 | • | Downtown Sturgeon Bay. Starts with tree lighting Friday night. Parade 10 a.m. Saturday, followed by Children’s activities, hay rides and trolley rides and brunch with Santa Sunday morning. 800-301-6695 |
| ANNUAL ART FAIR Nov. 21-24TH | • | Door County YMCA. 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. Displays of fine art, bid on silent auction items and enjoy a fabulous spread of food including baked goods, soups, sandwiches and more, while supporting the Door County YMCA Youth in Government Program. 920-743-4949 |
| THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE Nov. 25 | • | Jacksonport. Noon. 920-823-2075 |
| CAPTURE THE SPIRIT Nov. 27 | • | Sister Bay. Tree lighting at Waterfront Park, St. Nick, music, art fair in the Village Hall. (Nov-May) 920-854-2127 (Jun-Oct) 920-854-2812 |
| HOLIDAY HOME TOUR Nov. 26-27 | • | Northern Door County. Friday 4-8 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tour five homes festively decorated for the holidays to benefit Northern Door Children’s Center and Gibraltar Area Schools. Visit the Bake Shoppe at the historic church (Sat. only). Each stop has a special surprise. Tickets: $20, available on-line after Oct. 1 or at the homes during the event. 920-854-4244 |
| EGG HARBOR HOLLY DAYS Nov. 26-27 | • | Egg Harbor. Old- time caroling, breakfast with Santa, horse drawn wagon rides, Christmas tree lighting and elf hunt for the kids. 920-868-3717 |
DECEMBER 2010 |
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| NATURE OF ROMANCE Dec. 1-March 31 | • | Countywide. Dozens of romance packages are offered including cozy lodging, scrumptious food and cozy extras. Details can be found at www.doorcounty.com. or 800-527-3259 |
| CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING Dec. 4 | • | Baileys Harbor. Town Hall in Baileys Harbor. 920-839-2366 |
| CHRISTMAS IN THE VILLAGE OF EPHRAIM Dec. 4 | • | Ephraim. Children’s activities and crafts, holiday open houses and a Christmas tree lighting ceremony at Harborside Park. 920-854-4989 |
| DOOR CANCER’S HOLIDAY HOMES TOUR Dec. 4 | • | Various Homes. 10:30 a.m.4 p.m. Tour five homes, proceeds benefit Door CANcer. $25. 920-743-8492 |
| STURGEON BAY B&B WALK Dec. 5 | • | Sturgeon Bay. 1:30 p.m.- 5 p.m. Visit various historic Inns and B&Bs decorated for the holidays. Information 920-743-4200 |
| THE RIDGES NATURAL CHRISTMAS Dec. 11 | • | Ridges Sanctuary, Baileys Harbor. 3-5 p.m. The log cabins at the Ridges Sanctuary are decorated with natural materials and open to residents and visitors. Make a fresh Christmas wreath, nature crafts, or natural decorations. Take a winter hike in the sanctuary and enjoy luminaries lining the boardwalk from the upper window of the range light. 920-839-2802 |
2011 EVENTS |
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| POLAR BEAR PLUNGE Jan. 1 | • | Jacksonport. Hundreds of winter enthusiasts brave the chilly temperatures of Lake Michigan for a New Year’s Day dip. Noon. |
| NEW YEAR’S DAY PARADE Jan. 1 | • | Egg Harbor. Annual procession through the center of the village. 1 p.m |
| FRIDAY GUIDED SHOESHOE HIKES Jan. 7 thru February | • | Ridges Sanctuary, Baileys Harbor. 1p.m. These hikes with a Ridges naturalist cover the cultural and natural history of the ridges and swales in their “off season.” Some snowshoes available for hike participants. Call ahead to reserve. 920-839-2802 |
| CANDLELIGHT SKIS Jan.-Feb | • | Various state parks. Saturday evening skis on level candlelit trails. For details call : Newport State Park, 920-854-2500, Peninsula State Park, 920-868-3258, Whitefish Dunes State Park, 920-823-2400 |
| FISH CREEK WINTER FESTIVAL Feb. 4-6 | • | Fish Creek. Annual celebration of winter fun featuring a goofy parade, free trolley rides, Kites Over the Bay, the Door County Idol, dog sled rides, live music, horse-drawn sleigh rides, family-friendly games and activities, great food, raffle prizes and so much more. 920-868-2316 |
| FIRE & ICE 2011 Feb. 12-13 | • | Sturgeon Bay. Novice and professional carvers will turn massive blocks of snow and ice into works of art throughout the city of Sturgeon Bay. Dinner dance at Stone Harbor Resort. 920-743-6246. |




