Special Events
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Location: Lakeside Park
Dates: May 26 2012 - May 27 2012
http://www.jacksonport.net
Art Fair, fun run, great food, music, horse pull, parade and more. 920-823-2288.
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Location: Sunset Park
Dates: May 26 2012 - May 27 2012
http://www.sturgeonbay.net
10am-5pm. 14th annual juried multi-media art show, entertainment, childrens’ activities, food and beverages. 800-301-6695.
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Location: Martin Park
Dates: Jun 02 2012
http://www.sideporkfest.com
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, kids’ run and Wisconsin’s first 15k relay run. 920-724-1488.
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Location: All Parks
Dates: Jun 03 2012
http://www.dnr.state.wi.us/org/land/parks
The history of Gibraltar Township and Fish Creek is celebrated. Enjoy historic walking tours, Noble House tours, music, programs and events. 800-577-1880.
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Location: Downtown Sturgeon Bay
Dates: Jun 07 2012 - Jun 10 2012
http://www.steelbridgesongfest.org
International songwriter showcase. Three nights and a day with over 100 bands and soloists on 10 stages. 920-743-5605.
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Location: Village Wide
Dates: Jun 07 2012 - Jun 09 2012
http://www.fishcreekheritagedays.org
The history of Gibraltar Township and Fish Creek is celebrated. Enjoy historic walking tours, Noble House tours, music, programs and events. 800-577-1880.
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19th ANNUAL LIGHTHOUSE FESTIVAL
Location: County-wide
Dates: Jun 08 2012 - Jun 10 2012
http://www.dcmm.org
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 Keepers’ Kin Social. 920-743-5958.
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JUMPIN’ JUNE AND SISTER BAY CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION
Location: Downtown Sister Bay
Dates: Jun 09 2012
http://www.cometosisterbay.com
Children’s parade at 11:30am, historical activities, games and stories, Taste of Sister Bay, live music, bonfire in Waterfront Park at sunset. 920-854-2812.
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Location: Downtown Ephraim
Dates: Jun 15 2012 - Jun 17 2012
http://www.ephraim-doorcounty.com
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, childrens’ activities and crafts. 920-854-4989.
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WASHINGTON ISLAND CANOE AND KAYAK EVENT
Location: Washington Island
Dates: Jun 15 2012 - Jun 17 2012
http://www.washingtonislandcanoeandkayakevent.com
4th Annual event includes Marathon Race circumnavigating Washington Island (22 miles), Half Marathon Race, Guided Eco-Tour, Sea Kayak Symposium, Keynote Presentation, and Crossing Death’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.
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Location: County-wide
Dates: Jun 16 2012
http://www.ridefornature.com
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.
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Location: Community Park
Dates: 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.
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Location: County HWY CC
Dates: Jun 23 2012 - Jun 24 2012
http://www.littlesturgeonwi.com
Community wide rummage sale, arts and crafts, music, kids’ activities, food and refreshments. Parade at 11am on Sunday. 920-824-5222.
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Location: Lakeside Park
Dates: Jun 30 2012 - Jul 01 2012
http://www.jacksonport.net
Art fair, refreshments and family fun. 920-854-9372.
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Location: Monument Point Rd.
Dates: Jun 30 2012 - Jul 01 2012
http://www.doorcowirenaissance.com
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.
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ANNUAL FFA ALUMNI DAIRY BREAKFAST
Location: Cherryland Dairy
Dates: Jul 01 2012
6am-11:30am. Hosted by Mike and Jaime Henschel of the Cherryland Dairy. 4926 W. Townline Rd. north of Sturgeon Bay. 920-743-4956
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Location: Harbor View Park and Downtown
Dates: Jul 03 2012 - Jul 04 2012
http://www.eggharbordoorcounty.org
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.
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Location: Washington Island Ball Park
Dates: Jul 04 2012
http://www.washingtonisland-wi.com
Fireworks begin at dusk. 920-847-2179.
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FOURTH OF JULY HAIRPIN 5K RUN/WALK
Location: Old Gibraltar Town Hall
Dates: Jul 04 2012
http://www.hairpinrun.com
8:30am. Annual 5k run/walk up the Fish Creek Bluff and back down Cottage Row. Online registration available. 920-868-3284, ext. 205.
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Location: Sunset Park
Dates: Jul 04 2012
http://www.sturgeonbay.net
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.
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Location: Downtown Gills Rock
Dates: Jul 04 2012
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Food and live music start at 5pm. Boat regatta at 6:30pm in the harbor. Fireworks at dusk. 920-854-2972.
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Location: Downtown Baileys Harbor
Dates: Jul 04 2012
http://www.baileysharbor.com
Celebrate the Fourth with a parade at 10am, arts and crafts, live entertainment and childrens’ games. Fireworks at dusk. 920-839-2366.
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FISH CREEK SUMMER FESTIVAL AND FIREWORKS
Location: Downtown Fish Creek
Dates: Jul 07 2012
http://www.visitfishcreek.com
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.
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Location: Monument Point Rd.
Dates: Jul 07 2012 - Jul 08 2012
http://www.doorcowirenaissance.com
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.
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Location: Sister Bay, Ephraim and Baileys Harbor
Dates: Jul 11 2012 - Jul 15 2012
http://www.dcff.net
Celebrating ethnic folk dancing and music from many countries. Featuring dancing and music workshops, parties, comcerts, childrens’ program, fish boil dinner and much more. (No exhibitors). 920-421-2986 or 847-846-8139.
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RUTABAGA’S DOOR COUNTY SEA KAYAK SYMPOSIUM
Location: Rowleys Bay Resort
Dates: Jul 12 2012 - Jul 15 2012
http://www.everyonepaddles.com
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! You’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.
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Location: Washington Island Art & Nature Center
Dates: Jul 14 2012
http://www.washingtonisland-wi.org
Sponsored by the Art and Nature Center. 920-847-2179.
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JAZZ ON JEFFERSON STREET FESTIVAL
Location: Jefferson St.
Dates: Jul 14 2012
http://www.sturgeonbay.net
1pm-8pm. This celebration along Jefferson Street features live music, strolling entertainers, childrens’ activities, food and beverages up and down the street. along with special events in the shops. 800-301-6695.
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Location: Brussels Town Park
Dates: Jul 14 2012 - Jul 15 2012
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Excitement and fun for all ages. Includes a tractor pull on Saturday, Big Dawg softball tournament, fireman’s challenge, country and polka music. Saturday noon to midnight, Sunday 10am-5pm. 920-825-1450.
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38th ANNUAL DOOR COUNTY ANTIQUE SHOW AND SALE
Location: Gibraltar High School
Dates: Jul 19 2012 - Jul 21 2012
http://www.visitfishcreek.com
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.
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Location: Murphy Park
Dates: Jul 21 2012 - Jul 22 2012
http://www.doorcountytriathlon.com
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.
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Location: Throughout Door County
Dates: Jul 21 2012 - Jul 29 2012
http://www.kdsalmon.com
Participating ports include Sturgeon Bay, Baileys Harbor, Washington Island, Algoma and Kewaunee. More than $40,000 in cash and prizes. 920-883-9792.
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Location: County-wide
Dates: Jul 23 2012 - Jul 28 2012
http://www.peninsulaschoolofart.com
A combination of free and ticketed events. Artists have 6 days to paint Door County. Collector’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.
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Location: Inner Harbor of Sturgeon Bay
Dates: Jul 27 2012 - Jul 29 2012
http://www.sbrow.com
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.
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Location: Downtown Carlsville
Dates: Jul 28 2012
http://www.carlsvilledoorcounty.com
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.
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Location: Five Homes and Gardens
Dates: Jul 31 2012
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9am5pm. Stroll through a showcase of five homes and gerdens. Benefitting the Ministry Door County Medical Center Auxiliary. 920-746-1071.
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Location: John Miles County Park
Dates: Aug 01 2012 - Aug 05 2012
http://www.doorcounty.org/fair/index.htm
Carnival rides, food stands, 4-H animal barns, grandstand events, kids and family tents. 920-746-2261.
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Location: Lakeside Park
Dates: Aug 04 2012
http://www.jacksonport.net
Historical display, fine arts and crafts, food, music, family fun and more. 920-823-2316.
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Location: Washington Island
Dates: Aug 04 2012
http://www.washingtonisland-wi.com
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.
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CLASSIC AND WOODEN BOAT FESTIVAL
Location: Door County Maritime Museum
Dates: Aug 04 2012 - Aug 05 2012
http://www.dcmm.org
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.
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WASHINGTON ISLAND MUSIC FESTIVAL
Location: Trueblood Performing Arts Center
Dates: Aug 06 2012 - Aug 17 2012
http://www.washingtonislandmusicfestival.com
A series of concerts led by Artistic Director Stephen Colburn, principal oboist of the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra. 920-847-3434.
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Location: Door Community Auditorium
Dates: Aug 07 2012 - Aug 25 2012
http://www.musicfestival.com
60th Season. A professional symphony orchestra presenting nine concerts in three weeks. Opens under the baton of Victor Yampolsky. 920-854-4060.
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Location: Madison Avenue
Dates: Aug 11 2012
http://www.sturgeonbay.net
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.
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DOOR COUNTY FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS
Location: Waterfront Park
Dates: Aug 11 2012
http://www.cometosisterbay.com
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.
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VALMY THRESHEREE AND ANTIQUE MACHINERY SHOW
Location: Northeast Wisconsin Antique Power Assoc. Grounds
Dates: Aug 17 2012 - Aug 19 2012
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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.
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Location: Community Center
Dates: Aug 18 2012
http://www.washingtonisland-wi.org
Craft booths, food booths, exhibits and bingo. 920-847-2179.
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LABOR DAY WEEKEND RUN AND DUATHLON
Location: Northern Door YMCA
Dates: Sep 01 2012
http://www.doorcountyymca.org
This annual event includes a 5k run/walk, 1/4 mile childrens’ run and a duathlon with a 2 mile run and 12 mile bike. 920-868-3660.
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Location: Sister Bay Marina
Dates: Sep 01 2012
http://www.cometosisterbay.com
Pancake breakfast, food and beverage booths, live music and dancing under the big tent, childrens’ boat building, craft tent, championship Waterboard Warriors ski show and fireworks. 920-854-4118.
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Location: Shopf’s Hilltop Dairy
Dates: Sep 08 2012
http://www.sunshinehouseinc.org
9am-4pm.Events feature a walk through the 20-acre Corn Maze, childrens’ 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.
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Location: County-wide
Dates: Sep 09 2012
http://www.doorcountycentury.com
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.
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Location: Baileys Harbor Town Hall
Dates: Sep 15 2012
http://www.baileysharbor.com
9am-4pm. Arts and crafts, entertainment, food. 920-839-2366.
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Location: Former St. Mary’s Church
Dates: Sep 16 2012
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11am-5pm. Old time celebration of the harvest. Authentic Belgian food, historical presentation, live music. 920-825-7864.
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HARVEST FESTIVAL AND HARVEST MOON CELEBRATION
Location: City-Wide
Dates: Sep 22 2012
http://www.sturgeonbay.net
9am-11pm.Celebration of Autumn featuring craft and car shows, food booths, music and entertainment, plus childrens’ activities. Preview the decorated Street Art before the live auction at 6pm. Followed by the Harvest Moon Celebration including a live band. 800-301-6695.
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Location: Hands On Art Studio
Dates: Oct 06 2012
http://www.handsonartstudio.com
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.
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Location: Fine Line Design Gallery and Sculpture Garden
Dates: Oct 06 2012 - Oct 07 2012
http://www.finelinedesignsgallery.com
On Ephraim’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.
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Location: County-wide
Dates: Oct 20 2012
http://www.fall50.com
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.
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Location: Throughout the Village
Dates: Oct 26 2012 - Oct 28 2012
http://www.visitfishcreek.com
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.
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Location: Downtown
Dates: Nov 16 2012 - Nov 18 2012
http://www.sturgeonbay.net
This kick off to the holiday season starts with a tree-lighting on Friday night featuring childrens’ entertainer Randy Peterson. The Santa Parade is on Saturday at 10am followed by childrens’ activities and hay rides. Don’t miss photos and brunch with Santa on Sunday morning. 920-301-6695.
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Location: Downtown
Dates: Nov 22 2012
http://www.jacksonport.net
Dowtown Jacksonport. Parade starts at noon. 920-559-0586.
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Location: Downtown
Dates: Nov 23 2012 - Nov 24 2012
http://www.cometosisterbay.com
Tree lighting at Waterfront Park, St. Nick, music, art fair in the Village Hall. 920-854-2812.
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Location: Village-wide
Dates: Nov 23 2012 - Nov 24 2012
http://www.eggharbordoorcounty.org
An exciting winter weekend including breakfast with Santa, tree lighting, caroling, horse drawn carriage rides, Children’s Elf Hunt & Mistle Dough Contest and more. 820-868-3717.
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Location: Ephraim Village Hall
Dates: Dec 01 2012
http://www.ephraim-doorcounty.com
Visit Santa’s little helpers at the live reindeer display. Childrens’ 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.
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Location: Gibraltar Town Hall
Dates: Dec 28 2012 - Dec 31 2012
http://www.folkloretheatre.com
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.
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