Door County, Wis. (November 6, 2026) – From blossoming cherry trees to generations of family-owned orchards, fruit growing has played an important role in shaping Door County’s history, economy, and identity. The Door County Historical Society (DCHS) will explore this rich agricultural heritage during its final Dine & Discover program on Monday, November 23, 2026, featuring […]
Black Violin Returns to DCA Main Stage November 18
Fish Creek, Wis. (November 6, 2026) – On November 18 at 7 p.m., Black Violin will return to the Door County Auditorium (DCA) Main Stage. They will also perform a matinee for Door County students. For nearly two decades, the two-time Grammy-nominated duo Black Violin has been merging string arrangements with modern beats and building bridges […]
Belgian Heritage Center to Host Two Mosaic Glass Workshops
Create colorful glass art at a family-friendly workshop on November 27 and a festive, adults-only holiday workshop on December 5. Brussels, Wis. (November 2, 2026) – The Belgian Heritage Center invites the community to get creative with glass at two upcoming mosaic workshops led by Gary Chaudoir of Chaudoir Glass Studio in Sister Bay. Chaudoir’s popular […]
Peninsula Pet of the Week: Sasha
Sasha is 7 years old, weighs 13 pounds, and is available for adoption at the Wisconsin Humane Society Door County Campus. Sasha loves being the center of attention whenever she’s in the mood for affection or treats. Then after lots of pets and head scratches, she’s content to wander off in search of the perfect […]
Door County Christmas Movie Trail Returns with New Locations, Prizes and Weekly Giveaways
Door County, Wis. (November 2, 2026) – Destination Door County is excited to announce the return of the Door County Christmas Movie Trail Pass, a free, mobile-based experience that invites visitors to explore filming locations from the holiday movie A Cherry Pie Christmas. Returning for its second year, the trail features new locations, prizes and […]
Holiday Harvest Market at the Door County Sandbox & Gala
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (November 2, 2026) – Visitors looking for an indoor seasonal outing can combine holiday shopping, lunch and a little turkey-calling fun at the Holiday Harvest Market at the Door County Sandbox & Gala on Saturday, November 7. The market takes place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 1023 Egg Harbor Road in […]
Mushrooms at Work
As autumn leaves settle onto the forest floor and cooler temperatures arrive, mushrooms begin appearing throughout the woods. Their colors, shapes, and unexpected locations often spark curiosity, but mushrooms are much more than seasonal decorations. They are signs that an important process is taking place beneath our feet. Fall is one of the best times […]
A Little History Behind Halloween
Did you know that Halloween has roots stretching back more than 2,000 years? The holiday traces its origins in part to Samhain (pronounced “SOW-in”), an ancient Celtic festival marking the end of the harvest season and the beginning of winter. People believed this was a time when the boundary between the living and the spirit […]
Rooted in History: How Orchards Shaped Door County
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (November 2, 2026) – Cherries and apples have long been part of Door County’s identity, but how did fruit growing become one of the peninsula’s most recognizable industries? Join the Door County Historical Society on Monday, November 23, for our final Dine & Discover program of 2026, as we explore the fascinating history […]
Plum Bottom Gallery Unveils Its First-Ever Holiday Catalog, Celebrating Art, Craftsmanship, and the Season of Giving
Egg Harbor, Wis. (October 30, 2026) — Plum Bottom Gallery is delighted to announce the release of its first-ever holiday-themed catalog, offering art collectors and holiday shoppers an inspiring collection of original artwork, handcrafted jewelry, sculpture, glass, ceramics, and distinctive gifts just in time for the holiday season. As Plum Bottom Gallery celebrates its 20th season, […]
