Music & Nightlife
in Door County
Plenty of Live Music & Evening Entertainment
From outdoor music series, festivals, and seasonal events to live music venues, orchestral performances, musical theater, and even open-mic nights, the local music scene in Door County is alive and well. No matter what your musical preference, you’re sure to find a live performance that speaks to your soul.
Live Music & Concerts
Spring, fall, and winter all offer live music experiences, but summer is when Door County’s music scene is most active.
Between festivals, events, outdoor concerts, orchestral and symphonic performances, and even farmers markets, there’s a venue or musical style for everyone, on just about any night of the week.
Check out this overview of summertime concerts, festivals, and events where you can hear some great live music.
Summertime Concerts in the Park
Concerts in the Park are a beloved summer tradition in communities across the peninsula. Find family-friendly musical performances from a wide variety of bands and genres any night of the week. If you don’t see a community’s current music schedule, be sure to check their website as they become available early- to mid-spring.
Ephraim
Mondays, 6 p.m.
Fish Creek
Fridays, 5 p.m.
Sister Bay
Wednesdays, 6 p.m.
Sturgeon Bay
Wednesdays, 7 p.m.
Egg Harbor
Thursdays, 5 p.m.
Baileys Harbor
Final Friday of Month, 5 p.m.
Nightlife in Door County
Need to kill before or after showtime? Grab an al fresco dinner, head to a bar or tavern, visit a new brewery or winery, see a drive-in movie, catch the sunset, or take a sunset sailboat tour to round out your night.
Events & Entertainment in Door County
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Curious George: The Golden Meatball
Baileys Harbor, Fish Creek WI
On Tuesday, October 20, at 1:30 p.m., Door County Auditorium (DCA) will host a student matinee performance of Curious George: The Golden Meatball. This brand-new musical is all about Curious George, star…
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The Firekeeper: A Contemporary Ballet
Baileys Harbor, Fish Creek WI
Inspired by tales such as Rumplestilskin, Little Match Girl, The Giver, and Rite of Spring, this contemporary story ballet depicts a chilling technological dystopia, and the spirits of rebellion that come from…
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Open Mic Karaoke
The Blue Ox, Baileys Harbor WI
Open Mic Karaoke every Wednesday at 9pm until bar closes! Sing your favorite songs and enjoy a night full of music and fun at The Blue Ox!
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RED – a play about Mark Rothko
Rogue Theater, Sturgeon Bay WI
Fall makes way for drama RED, by John Logan. A compelling account of one of the great artists of the twentieth century, Red is a searing portrait of an artist’s ambition and…
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Live music at Peach Barn Brewing
Peach Barn Farmhouse & Brewery, Sister Bay WI
Join us for Live Music at Peach Barn Brewing!
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Live Music at Brygga Plates & Pours
Brygga Plates & Pours, Sturgeon Bay WI
Join us for Live Music tonight at 7:00pm – 10:00pm at Brygga Plates & Pours!
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Greg Zelek in Concert
Saint Peter's Lutheran Church, Forestville WI
Internationally acclaimed organist Greg Zelek comes to St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Forestville for a free community concert on Friday, October 23 at 7:00 p.m. Zelek, one of America’s leading young concert…
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Eric Lewis, Josh Harty to Perform at DCA’s Cramer Exchange
Baileys Harbor, Fish Creek WI
On Friday, October 23, at 7 p.m., longtime Door County favorite musician Eric Lewis and acclaimed Wisconsin songwriter Josh Harty will team up to perform at The Cramer Exchange, the new performance…
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80’s Party Featuring DJ Curly Cue
Cherry Lanes Arcade Bar, Sturgeon Bay WI
80s Night: Back to the Future Edition! We’re hitting 88 mph and traveling straight back to the 80s! Join us for a night of retro fun, movie vibes, and nostalgia.
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Live Music at Door Peninsula Winery: Overburden
Door Peninsula Winery, Carlsville WI
Rocking since 2006 playing rock hits from the 80s, 90s and 2000s.
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Live Music: Dani Maus
Thirsty Cow Taphouse, The, Baileys Harbor WI
Join us at The Thirsty Cow Taphouse for live music with: Dani Maus
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Last Karaoke Night – Costume party theme at the Blue Ox!
The Blue Ox, Baileys Harbor WI
Join us Wednesday 10/28 for our last Karaoke night! Don’t forget to wear your costumes! 9pm until bar closes! Sing your favorite songs and enjoy a night full of music and fun…
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