ANNUAL ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE
Location: Downtown
From: Mar 17 2012

11am. Sturgeon Bay will be green for a day. Bring your clan and join the parade. Information: 800-301-6695....Read More

DOOR COUNTY HOME AND GARDEN SHOW
Location: Stone Harbor Resort and Conference Center
From: Mar 24 2012 - Mar 25 2012

Saturday 10am-6pm, Sunday 10am-4pm. Over 30 booths showcasing builders, electronics, interior decorating, landscaping, appliances, banking, cabinets, ponds, window treatments, flooring and numerous home seminars throughout the day. 920-743-6303....Read More

SHIPYARD TOURS
Location: Three Shipyards
From: May 05 2012

Tour and view current projects at three shipyards. Tickets available at the gates on the day of the event. 920-746-8460....Read More

BLOSSOM RUN
Location: Egg Harbor Boat Launch Park
From: May 12 2012

8:30am. This low-key, fun, family-oriented event has a 5 mile run, 2 mile walk-run and a 1 mile youth fun run. Door prizes and great camaraderie make this a great way to kick off the summer season. 920-743-4949....Read More

GIRLFRIENDS GREAT EGGSCAPE
Location: Village-wide in Egg Harbor
From: May 17 2012 - May 20 2012

Escape for the whole weekend and relax. Relate and release! A getaway weekend with a trolley tour, workshops, exercise classes, art & wine crawl, shopping, pajama pizza party and much, much more. 920-868-3717....Read More

DOOR COUNTY FESTIVAL OF NATURE
Location: Ridges Santuary
From: May 18 2012 - May 19 2012

The Ridges and five local conservation groups offer guided field trips through some of Door CountyÂ’s unique and beautiful natual areas, many not generally open to the public. Pre-registration for field trips required. Keynote presentation open to the public May 18th at 7pm. 920-839-2802....Read More

12TH ANNUAL SCOTTIE DOG RALLY
Location: Downtown Baileys Harbor
From: May 19 2012

Nearly 200 Scottish Terriers come together and strut their scottitude. Complete with kilts and bagpipers. Parade at 11:30am. 920-493-5878....Read More

SPRING FLING
Location: Baileys Harbor Town Hall
From: May 19 2012

9am-4pm. Celebrate with a Spring Arts & Crafts Fair on the front lawn of the Town Hall. 920-839-2366....Read More

DOOR COUNTY SHEPHERD’S MARKET
Location: Woodwalk Gallery
From: May 19 2012 - May 20 2012

10am-4pm. New location, at the Woodwalk Gallery, 6746 County Rd. G, in Egg Harbor. 18th Annual Fiber Art and Art-to-Wear Sale! Featuring fleeces, yarns, rovings, unique knit, woven and felted products, equipment, baskets and other fiber related accessories from local artists. 920-743-1560....Read More

MAIFEST
Location: Lakeside Park
From: May 26 2012 - May 27 2012

Art Fair, fun run, great food, music, horse pull, parade and more. 920-868-2068....Read More

STURGEON BAY FINE ART FAIR
Location: Sunset Park
From: May 26 2012 - May 27 2012

10am-5pm. 14th annual juried multi-media art show, entertainment, childrensÂ’ activities, food and beverages. 800-301-6695....Read More

SIDE PORK FEST
Location: Martin Park
From: Jun 02 2012

All day festival will feature a variety of local bands, food and entertainment zones for kids and adults. Many varieties of side pork. Other events include a 5k run, kidsÂ’ run and WisconsinÂ’s first 15k relay run. 920-724-1488....Read More

STATE PARK OPEN HOUSE DAY
Location: All Parks
From: Jun 03 2012

The history of Gibraltar Township and Fish Creek is celebrated. Enjoy historic walking tours, Noble House tours, music, programs and events. 800-577-1880. ...Read More

STEEL BRIDGE SONGFEST
Location: Downtown Sturgeon Bay
From: Jun 07 2012 - Jun 10 2012

International songwriter showcase. Three nights and a day with over 100 bands and soloists on 10 stages. 920-743-5605....Read More

HERITAGE DAYS
Location: Village Wide
From: Jun 07 2012 - Jun 09 2012

The history of Gibraltar Township and Fish Creek is celebrated. Enjoy historic walking tours, Noble House tours, music, programs and events. 800-577-1880....Read More

19th ANNUAL LIGHTHOUSE FESTIVAL
Location: County-wide
From: Jun 08 2012 - Jun 10 2012

Self-guided tour of mainland lighthouses with an assortment of boat trips to outlying lights to give the enthusiast an assortment of experiences from which to choose. Preceded by Friday evening KeepersÂ’ Kin Social. 920-743-5958....Read More

JUMPIN’ JUNE AND SISTER BAY CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION
Location: Downtown Sister Bay
From: Jun 09 2012

10am-5pm. The show features 35 professional dealers plus crystal and china repair on site. Sponsored by Sister Bay Lions Club to benefit the Leader Dog for the Blind Program. 715-355-5144. ...Read More

WASHINGTON ISLAND CANOE AND KAYAK EVENT
Location: Washington Island
From: Jun 15 2012 - Jun 17 2012

4th Annual event includes Marathon Race circumnavigating Washington Island (22 miles), Half Marathon Race, Guided Eco-Tour, Sea Kayak Symposium, Keynote Presentation, and Crossing DeathÂ’s Door Expedition. New and expert paddlers welcome. The weekend offers events of excitement, challenge and education. Learn from the best, enjoy natural history of these waters. Retrace ancient water routes of Native Americans, Voyageurs, Explorers and generations of Island commercial fishermen and sailors....Read More

FYR BAL FESTIVAL
Location: Downtown Ephraim
From: Jun 15 2012 - Jun 17 2012

The village explodes with summer excitement as the festival re-creates traditions of early Norwegians celebrating midsummer. Live music, art and craft show, alpacas and llamas, raffle, silent auction, regatta, childrensÂ’ activities and crafts. 920-854-4989....Read More

RIDGES RIDE FOR NATURE
Location: County-wide
From: Jun 16 2012

Bicycle the back roads of Door County and support the education programs of the Ridges Sanctuary. Sagwagon, rest stops, well-marked routes and a delicious pasta lunch. Register online or call 920-839-2802....Read More

OLDE ELLISON BAY DAYS
Location: Community Park
From: Jun 22 2012 - Jun 24 2012

This year’s festival will include a pie baking contest, talent show, Grand Parade, arts & craft fair, live music, BBQ and picnic-style food and refreshments, and activities ranging from childrens’ games to our signature slow-bike race and water golf shoot-out from the Ellison Bay Park pier. 920-854-5448....Read More

LITTLE STURGEON DAYS
Location: County HWY CC
From: Jun 23 2012 - Jun 24 2012

Community wide rummage sale, arts and crafts, music, kidsÂ’ activities, food and refreshments. Parade at 11am on Sunday. 920-854-5222....Read More

ART FAIR ON THE SCENIC SIDE
Location: Lakeside Park
From: Jun 30 2012 - Jul 01 2012

Art fair, refreshments and family fun. 920-854-9372....Read More

RENAISSANCE FANTASY FAIRE
Location: Monument Point Rd.
From: Jun 30 2012 - Jul 01 2012

10am-6pm. Dragons, dreams and daring deeds! 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. See skillful demonstrations of time-honored arts and crafts. 920-973-8233....Read More

ANNUAL FFA ALUMNI DAIRY BREAKFAST
Location: Geisel Farm
From: Jul 01 2012

6am-11:30am. 920-743-4859....Read More

INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION
Location: Harbor View Park and Downtown
From: Jul 03 2012 - Jul 04 2012

Too much fun for just one day, the holiday starts on the 3rd of July with live music, family fun and fireworks over Green Bay at dusk. On the 4th, celebrate with a parade at 1:30pm through village streets. 920-868-3717....Read More

FOURTH OF JULY FIREWORKS
Location: Washington Island Ball Park
From: Jul 04 2012

Fireworks begin at dusk. 920-847-2179....Read More

FOURTH OF JULY HAIRPIN 5K RUN/WALK
Location: Old Gibraltar Town Hall
From: Jul 04 2012

8:30am. Annual 5k run/walk up the Fish Creek Bluff and back down Cottage Row. Online registration available. 920-868-3284, ext. 205....Read More

STURGEON BAY CELEBRATES
Location: Sunset Park
From: Jul 04 2012

Enjoy an old fashioned ice cream social, Peninsula Symphonic Band performance at 8pm followed by fireworks at dusk. Ice Cream Social also available at Otumba Park on the West Side of Sturgeon Bay. 7pm. 800-301-6695....Read More

GILLS ROCK CELEBRATES
Location: Downtown Gills Rock
From: Jul 04 2012

Food and live music start at 5pm. Boat regatta at 6:30pm in the harbor. Fireworks at dusk. 920-854-2972....Read More

FOURTH OFJULY CELEBRATION
Location: Downtown Baileys Harbor
From: Jul 04 2012

Celebrate the Fourth with a parade at 10am, arts and crafts, live entertainment and childrensÂ’ games. Fireworks at dusk. 920-839-2366....Read More

FISH CREEK SUMMER FESTIVAL AND FIREWORKS
Location: Downtown Fish Creek
From: Jul 07 2012

An event celebrating the independence of our country in a picturesque setting on the bay. Many fun-filled events including music by Big Mouth and the Power Tool Horns, family games, food and drink. Fireworks at 10pm. 800-577-1880....Read More

RENAISSANCE FANTASY FAIRE
Location: Monument Point Rd.
From: Jul 07 2012 - Jul 08 2012

10am-6pm. Dragons, dreams and daring deeds! 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. See skillful demonstrations of time-honored arts and crafts. 920-973-8233....Read More

DOOR COUNTY FOLK FESTIVAL
Location: Sister Bay, Ephraim and Baileys Harbor
From: Jul 11 2012 - Jul 15 2012

Celebrating ethnic folk dancing and music from many countries. Featuring dancing and music workshops, parties, comcerts, childrensÂ’ program, fish boil dinner and much more. (No exhibitors). 920-421-2986 or 847-846-8139....Read More

RUTABAGA’S DOOR COUNTY SEA KAYAK SYMPOSIUM
Location: Rowleys Bay Resort
From: Jul 12 2012 - Jul 15 2012

Whether you are an experienced kayaker or just beginning, the Door County Sea Kayak Symposium is a weekend of fun, growth and learning for everyone! YouÂ’ll find a wide range of activities to choose from, including on-water classes for all skill levels, on-land workshops, brown bag lunch seminars, paddle tours, naturalist-led paddles and youth programs. We invite you to join us! For more information and to register see www.everyonepaddles.com or call 800-472-3353....Read More

ART IN THE PARK
Location: Washington Island Art & Nature Center
From: Jul 14 2012

Sponsored by the Art and Nature Center. 920-847-2179....Read More

JAZZ ON JEFFERSON STREET FESTIVAL
Location: Jefferson St.
From: Jul 14 2012

1pm-8pm. This celebration along Jefferson Street features live music, strolling entertainers, childrensÂ’ activities, food and beverages up and down the street. along with special events in the shops. 800-301-6695....Read More

BELGIAN DAYS
Location: Brussels Town Park
From: Jul 14 2012 - Jul 15 2012

Excitement and fun for all ages. Includes a tractor pull on Saturday, Big Dawg softball tournament, firemanÂ’s challenge, country and polka music. Saturday noon to midnight, Sunday 10am-5pm. 920-825-1450....Read More

38th ANNUAL DOOR COUNTY ANTIQUE SHOW AND SALE
Location: Gibraltar High School
From: Jul 19 2012 - Jul 21 2012

10am-5pm. The show features 35 professional dealers plus crystal and china repair on site. Sponsored by Sister Bay Lions Club to benefit the Leader Dog for the Blind Program. 715-355-5144....Read More

DOOR COUNTY TRIATHLON
Location: Murphy Park
From: Jul 21 2012 - Jul 22 2012

8am. One of the most popular and scenic triathlons in the Midwest. Sprint (1/4 mile swim, 18 mile bike, 3.1 mile run) on Saturday, Half-Iron (1.2 mile swim, 56 mile bike, 13.1 mile run) on Sunday. Advance registration required. 920-606-2458....Read More

K/D SALMON TOURNAMENT
Location: Throughout Door County
From: Jul 21 2012 - Jul 29 2012

Participating ports include Sturgeon Bay, Baileys Harbor, Washington Island, Algoma and Kewaunee. More than $40,000 in cash and prizes. 920-883-9792....Read More

PLEIN AIR FESTIVAL
Location: County-wide
From: Jul 23 2012 - Jul 28 2012

A combination of free and ticketed events. Artists have 6 days to paint Door County. CollectorÂ’s preview party and Gala Auction, July 22. Watch over 100 artists paint during the Dockside Quick-Paint Competition in Clark Park, July 23. Painting begins at 9am. 920-868-3455....Read More

STURGEON BAY MARITIME REGATTA
Location: Inner Harbor of Sturgeon Bay
From: Jul 27 2012 - Jul 29 2012

The Sturgeon Bay Maritime Regatta will be held in the City of Sturgeon Bay, WI from July 27, 2012 to July 29, 2012. The Regatta will be the kickoff event for a weeklong festival known as the Sturgeon Bay Maritime Week: A Salute to The United States Coast Guard. Visit www.sbrow.com for full details....Read More

CARLSVILLE DAY
Location: Downtown Carlsville
From: Jul 28 2012

Parade, food, live music, art and craft vendors, free trolley rides, and tons of family fun at Dairy View Country Store, Door County Coffee and Tea, Door Peninsula Winery and Pet Expressions. Parade at 10am. 920-743-2228....Read More

ANNUAL HOUSE AND GARDEN WALK
Location: Five Homes and Gardens
From: Jul 31 2012

9am5pm. Stroll through a showcase of five homes and gerdens. Benefitting the Ministry Door County Medical Center Auxiliary. 920-746-1071....Read More

DOOR COUNTY FAIR
Location: John Miles County Park
From: Aug 01 2012 - Aug 05 2012

11am-5pm. Celebrate a Wild West day along Sturgeon Bay’s Madison Avenue with a craft show, chili cook-off, gold rush giveaway, live entertainment, food and beverages.800-301-6695. ...Read More

SCANDINAVIAN FESTIVAL
Location: Washington Island
From: Aug 04 2012

Scandinavian Kaffe and Stavkirke open house at Trinity Lutheran Church, Scandinavian brunch at Bethel Church, dance festival in the evening and Scandinavian worship service at Trinity Lutheran Church. 920-847-2179....Read More

CLASSIC AND WOODEN BOAT FESTIVAL
Location: Door County Maritime Museum
From: Aug 04 2012 - Aug 05 2012

Features dozens of vintage vessels on display including the 149-ft. tug John Purves and the Tall Ship, the Denis Sullivan. Demonstrations and popular 2-day Sikaflex quick and dirty boat building contest. Entertainment, raffle, “Paint the Bay” Plein Art event, maritime author sessions and’childrens’ activities. 920-743-5958....Read More

CHERRY FEST
Location: Lakeside Park
From: Aug 04 2012

Historical display, fine arts and crafts, food, music, family fun and more. 920-823-2316....Read More

WASHINGTON ISLAND MUSIC FESTIVAL
Location: Trueblood Performing Arts Center
From: Aug 06 2012 - Aug 17 2012

A series of concerts led by Artistic Director Stephen Colburn, principal oboist of the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra. 920-847-3434....Read More

PENINSULA MUSIC FESTIVAL
Location: Door Community Auditorium
From: Aug 07 2012 - Aug 25 2012

60th Season. A professional symphony orchestra presenting nine concerts in three weeks. Opens under the baton of Victor Yampolsky. 920-854-4060....Read More

WEST FEST
Location: Madison Avenue
From: Aug 11 2012

11am-5pm. Celebrate a Wild West day along Sturgeon BayÂ’s Madison Avenue with a craft show, chili cook-off, gold rush giveaway, live entertainment, food and beverages.800-301-6695....Read More

DOOR COUNTY FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS
Location: Waterfront Park
From: Aug 11 2012

10am-5pm. Day long festival featuring artists’ demonstrations, live music, cultural tours, culinary delights, childrens’ activities, and narrated trolley tours of Sister Bay, Anderson House Museum/Corner of the Past. 920-854-2812....Read More

VALMY THRESHEREE AND ANTIQUE MACHINERY SHOW
Location: Northeast Wisconsin Antique Power Assoc. Grounds
From: Aug 17 2012 - Aug 19 2012

Horse and tractor pull, entertainment, games, arts and crafts, great music, food and refreshments. 5505 Country View Rd., off Hwy 57. Friday night open at 6pm. 920-743-4859....Read More

WASHINGTON ISLAND FAIR
Location: Community Center
From: Aug 18 2012

Craft booths, food booths, exhibits and bingo. 920-847-2179....Read More

LABOR DAY WEEKEND RUN AND DUATHLON
Location: Northern Door YMCA
From: Sep 01 2012

This annual event includes a 5k run/walk, 1/4 mile childrensÂ’ run and a duathlon with a 2 mile run and 12 mile bike. 920-868-3660....Read More

MARINA FESTIVAL
Location: Sister Bay Marina
From: Sep 01 2012

Pancake breakfast, food and beverage booths, live music and dancing under the big tent, childrensÂ’ boat building, craft tent, championship Waterboard Warriors ski show and fireworks. 920-854-4118....Read More

CORN FEST
Location: Shopf’s Hilltop Dairy
From: Sep 08 2012

9am-4pm.Events feature a walk through the 20-acre Corn Maze, childrensÂ’ games, bakery items, food, raffle and silent acution, plus corn eating, pie eating and a corniest joke contest. Maze, $10 for adults, $5 for children ages 5-11. Children 5 and under free. Proceeds benefit Sunshine House, Inc. 920-743-7943....Read More

DOOR COUNTY CENTURY RIDE
Location: County-wide
From: Sep 09 2012

Ride offers cyclists 30 mile, 62 mile, 76 mile and 100 mile routes. Well stocked food and fluid station with a post ride barbeque. 920-606-2458....Read More

AUTUMN FEST
Location: Baileys Harbor Town Hall
From: Sep 15 2012

9am-4pm. Arts and crafts, entertainment, food. 920-839-2366....Read More

BELGIAN KERMISS CELEBRATION
Location: Former St. Mary’s Church
From: Sep 16 2012

11am-5pm. Old time celebration of the harvest. Authentic Belgian food, historical presentation, live music. 920-825-7864....Read More

HARVEST FESTIVAL AND HARVEST MOON CELEBRATION
Location: City-Wide
From: Sep 22 2012

9am-11pm.Celebration of Autumn featuring craft and car shows, food booths, music and entertainment, plus childrensÂ’ activities. Preview the decorated Street Art before the ive auction at 6pm. Followed by the Harvest Moon Celebration including a live band. 800-301-6695....Read More

ART DAY FOR ANIMALS
Location: Hands On Art Studio
From: Oct 06 2012

10am-6pm. Hay rides, hay house, a haunted treasure hunt, pumpkin painting, scarecrow making, games and prizes. To benefit the Door County Humane Society. 920-868-9311....Read More

PUMPKIN PATCH FESTIVAL
Location: Village-wide
From: Oct 06 2012 - Oct 07 2012

Fall colors and family fun. One of Door County’s largest festivals! Entertainment, arts & crafts, rides, live music and lots of treats to eat. Restaurants are open and street vendors offer brats, roasted corn, caramel apple sundaes, chili, turkey legs and more. 920-868-3717....Read More

TOWNLINE ART FAIR
Location: Fine Line Design Gallery and Sculpture Garden
From: Oct 06 2012 - Oct 07 2012

On EphraimÂ’s north end. Come and enjoy the display and sale of visual arts and fine crafts. Featuring over 80 professional juried artists from across the Midwest. 10am-5pm Saturday and 10am-4pm Sunday. 920-854-4343....Read More

DOOR COUNTY FALL 50
Location: County-wide
From: Oct 20 2012

Gills Rock to Sturgeon Bay. Described as “the most scenic distance run in the Midwest,” this point to point 50-mile run offers a challenge to solo or teams of 2-5 runners. Showcases the western shoreline of Door County during peak fall color. It ends with at party at sunset. 920-606-2458....Read More

JACK O LANTERN DAYS
Location: Throughout the Village
From: Oct 26 2012 - Oct 28 2012

Join us for a spooktacular good time! Hauting Halloween Parade, decorations throughout town, discount coupons at participating merchants, Trick or Treating, Ghost Tour trolley rides, House in Mourning at Historic Noble House, costume parties. Spook it up in Fish Creek! 800-577-1880....Read More

CHRISTMAS BY THE BAY
Location: Downtown
From: Nov 16 2012 - Nov 18 2012

This kick off to the holiday season starts with a tree-lighting on Friday night featuring childrensÂ’ entertainer Randy Peterson. The Santa Parade is on Saturday at 10am followed by childrensÂ’ activities and hay rides. DonÂ’t miss photos and brunch with Santa on Sunday morning. 920-301-6695....Read More

THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE
Location: Downtown
From: Nov 22 2012

Dowtown Jacksonport. Parade starts at noon. 920-559-0586....Read More

CAPTURE THE SPIRIT
Location: Downtown
From: Nov 23 2012 - Nov 24 2012

Tree lighting at Waterfront Park, St. Nick, music, art fair in the Village Hall. 920-854-2812....Read More

HOLLY DAYS
Location: Village-wide
From: Nov 23 2012 - Nov 24 2012

An exciting winter weekend including breakfast with Santa, tree lighting, caroling, horse drawn carriage rides, ChildrenÂ’s Elf Hunt & Mistle Dough Contest and more. 820-868-3717....Read More

CHRISTMAS IN THE VILLAGE
Location: Ephraim Village Hall
From: Dec 01 2012

Visit SantaÂ’s little helpers at the live reindeer display. ChildrensÂ’ activities and crafts in the village hall, holiday open houses and a Christmas tree lighting ceremony at Harborside Park. Call for more details 920-854-4989....Read More

HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS CONCERT
Location: Gibraltar Town Hall
From: Dec 28 2012 - Dec 31 2012

4pm and 7pm. Songs of the season with Doc Heide, Eric Lewis and Holly Feldman. Plus favorites from AFT concerts and a good old-fashioned sing-along. Call the AFT office for more information. 920-854-6117....Read More