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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.