Lighthouse Passport Days

 Discover Door County’s 11 lighthouses by land, air, and boat. Visitors will have access to unique excursions and exclusive access to lighthouses that aren’t typically open to the public, including Chambers Island, Plum Island and Sherwood Point lighthouses. A portion of proceeds will go to the Door County Maritime Museum & Lighthouse Preservation Society. 

Roofing of the Goats - Sister Bay, Wi

 Welcome the famous goats back to the roof of Al Johnson’s Swedish Restaurant with a parade! Watch the goat’s trip down Highway 42 and up onto the roof. This year’s Parade will be followed by the 11th Annual Goat Fest next door at Stabbur with live music and a Swedish Pancake-Eating Contest. 

Beer Festival - Sister Bay, Wi

 Celebrate father’s day weekend with craft beer, culinary artisans, and live music on the shores of Baileys Harbor. Sample over 150 beers from dozens of Door County, Wisconsin, Michigan and Midwest breweries, enjoy food from some of the best restaurants on the peninsula, and enjoy live music at the Maxwelton Braes grounds. The Peninsula Century Spring Classic bike ride takes place in conjunction with the festival. 

Fyr Bal - Ephraim, Wi

 Ephraim Fyr Bal festival is set for June 14. Festivities will include a yoga class at Anderson Dock, a pancake breakfast at Ephraim Village Hall and a pet parade. The highlight of the festival is the chieftain ceremony, fireworks and the lighting of the Fyr Bal pyr. 

WineFest- Baileys Harbor, Wi

 The Door County Wine Fest, located on the grounds of About Thyme Farm in Baileys Harbor, showcases the 10 wineries on the Door County Wine Trail. Tickets include unlimited tasting of up to 58 different kinds of wine. There will be food trucks and live music throughout the event, from 12pm – 4pm. 

Ellison Bay Day - Baileys Harbor, Wi

 Music, Classic Car Show, Art & Craft Vendors, Food, Sweets, Beer Tent, Ellison Bay Merchandise, Kids Activities

7:30 AM Beach Yoga
9AM - 4PM Festival
10AM Parade
11AM Best Minster Dog Show
12:30 - 3:30PM Music - The Cherry Tones 

7/4 - Egg Harbor

7/4 - Baileys Harbor

7/4 - Gills Rock

7/4 - Sturgeon Bay

7/4 - Washington Island

7/4 - Fish Creek

Lions Club - Brussels, Wi

  An annual, weekend-long festival held in Brussels, Wisconsin, celebrating the area’s rich Belgian heritage. 

Freedom Fest - Sister Bay, Wi

Fireworks at dusk!

Hairpin 5K - Fish Creek,  Wi

The Hairpin 5K Run/Walk is the longest-running 5K in Door County and a great July 4 tradition for runners and walkers of all ages.  The race starts at 8am and takes runners up the challenge of the Fish Creek hill at the start, followed by a winding, closed road course down Gibraltar Bluff Road before we head down the famous Hairpin hill. Then we finish with a beautiful homestretch through the canopy and past the beautiful homes on Cottage Row.

Friends of Gibraltar Schools (FOG) has hosted the Hairpin 5K Run/Walk as a fundraising event for over 30 years with the proceeds providing all of the funding each year for field trips and enrichment experiences for students in grades K-12 at Gibraltar Schools in Fish Creek, Wisconsin.  Your participation allows Friends of Gibraltar to continue providing excellent educational programs for Gibraltar Schools. 

Your registration includes a keepsake Hairpin shirt, post-race snacks and your place in a Fish Creek July 4th tradition!

Peninsula School of Art

 Watch artists from across the country paint Door County. Artists set up to paint in plein air in locations around the peninsula, where you can watch the process unfold and talk to painters. 

Liberty Grove Historical Society - Sister Bay, WI

 Antique tractor show and arts and crafts fair.
The LGHS Antique Tractor & Arts Festival
Liberty Grove Historical Society is continuing the “tradition” of the Antique Tractor & Arts Festival. A number of antique tractors will be displayed. Along with the tractors, a few of our historic buildings will open for a “peek-in.” Brochures available for self-guided walking tours. Hike the Fallow Field, fly your own kite near the Log House Museum, and be sure to take in the “Grandview” of Ellison Bay from the hill. 

Jacksonport Historical Society - Jacksonport, WI

Door County Maritime Museum - Sturgeon Bay, Wi

As one of 34 official U.S. Coast Guard Cities — and the only one in Wisconsin! — Sturgeon Bay celebrates each year with a week filled with events, ceremonies, visiting ships and fun! 

Mid-week, the County will salute the Coast Guard and servicemembers – active and veteran – of all branches of the military during the City’s Concert in the Park. Coast Guard personnel can sail around the Bay during the Yacht Club’s sailing adventures on Thursday. Then we wrap up the week with a picnic for active duty, reserve and retired USCG and their families.

During the week, visiting USCG and training ships will host FREE to the public Deck Tours! Check DCMM’s Facebook page for ship arrival times and Deck Tour times.

Shanty Days - Algoma, Wi

Festival of Fine Arts - Sister Bay, Wi

 Festival features artwork and live demonstrations by Wisconsin artists along with hands-on art activities for all ages and a free raffle for artwork donated by participating artists 

Door County Fair - Sturgeon Bay,  Wi

 Welcome to the Door County Fair – a tradition spanning over 150 years, promising an unforgettable experience for the entire family! Join us for five days of excitement, entertainment, and community spirit. 

Valmy Thresheree - Valmy, Wi

 Join us for demonstrations, entertainment, food and refreshments! 

Sister Bay Marina - Sister Bay, Wi

 Highlights of the Sister Bay Marina Fest are a vintage boat show and performance by Jerry Voelker and the Jolly Gents Saturday, September 2 at the Sister Bay Marina. This Labor Day celebration includes live music at the Marina, a kids carnival and boatbuilding, and a food court at the Sister Bay Village hall pavilion. 

Top of the Thumb Gift Shop - Gills Rock, Wi

 Highlights of the Sister Bay Marina Fest are a vintage boat show and performance by Jerry Voelker and the Jolly Gents Saturday, September 2 at the Sister Bay Marina. This Labor Day celebration includes live music at the Marina, a kids carnival and boatbuilding, and a food court at the Sister Bay Village hall pavilion. 

Evergreen Mini Golf - Gills Rock, Wi

 Highlights of the Sister Bay Marina Fest are a vintage boat show and performance by Jerry Voelker and the Jolly Gents Saturday, September 2 at the Sister Bay Marina. This Labor Day celebration includes live music at the Marina, a kids carnival and boatbuilding, and a food court at the Sister Bay Village hall pavilion. 

Stella Maris Catholic Church - Gills Rock, Wi

  EVERY STEP MATTERS! WALK WITH US!? Mark your calendars and register today at https://act.alz.org/DoorCounty? Join us for a day filled with hope and unity. We look forward to coming together and celebrating a shared vision for a brighter future. Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026 Time: 8:30am Event Opens 9:30am Opening Ceremony 10:00am Walk Location: Stella Maris Catholic Church, 4012 WI-42, Fish Creek, WI 54212 1 Unified Door County with 3 Community Walk to End Alzheimer's Options for 2026! Washington Island on 8/29/26 Sturgeon Bay on 9/12/26 (in partnership with Sunflower Fest!) Fish Creek on 9/19/26 -Register at act.alz.org/doorcounty to show your support, then attend whichever Community Walk Date and Location works for you or attend all 3! 

Destination Sturgeon Bay - Gills Rock, Wi

   Join Destination Sturgeon Bay in welcoming the season of autumn with Sturgeon Bay’s Annual Harvest Fest on Saturday, September 19. On Saturday, Sturgeon Bay’s Harvest Fest will take over 3rd Avenue in celebration of the fall season ahead! Features include craft fair, food vendors, in-store specials, and live music. Third Avenue will be closed from Jefferson Street to Pennsylvania Street. The official “Tapping of the Oktoberfest Firkin” by Mayor Ward will take place at noon outside of Starboard Brewing Company at 151 N. 3rd Ave. The fun continues at 1 pm with a Stein Holding Contest – entry is $10. Following that, kids can join in the fun with a Root Beer Holding Contest at 2 pm, and then the Beer Puppeteer will take the stage at 3 pm. Harvest Fest Schedules – Coming Soon! 

Website - Baileys Harbor, Wi

    Live music, food and drinks, arts & crafts, and a Classic Auto & Motorcycle Show. For more information, visit baileysharbor.com. 

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Sturgeon Bay

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