The changing season makes October an ideal time to explore the outdoors and observe these natural phenomena firsthand. Crossroads at Big Creek offers several opportunities for community members to connect with nature throughout the month. Winnie-Pooh-Looza, a month-long countywide celebration of A.A. Milne’s beloved bear presented by Friends of Door County Libraries continues throughout October. […]
Ephraim’s Pumpkin Walk Lights Up the Village with Fall Festivities
Ephraim, Wis. (October 12, 2026) – The Ephraim Business Council and Ephraim Historical Foundation announce the return of Ephraim’s annual Pumpkin Walk from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm on Saturday, October 31. This fun-filled fall event brings residents and visitors together to celebrate the season. Set in the historic village of Ephraim, the Pumpkin Walk […]
“Curious George: The Golden Meatball” Musical at DCA
Fish Creek, Wis. (October 12, 2026) – 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 of books, film, and television. Specifically designed for young audiences, this show tells the story of All You-Can-Eat […]
Thrills & Chills in Sturgeon Bay 2026
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (October 12, 2026) – Destination Sturgeon Bay invites you and your family to enjoy a day of spooky Halloween fun on Saturday, October 31st! Thrills & Chills, sponsored by Quantum Technologies, will include kid friendly, Halloween themed activities throughout the walkable east and west waterfronts in Historic Downtown Sturgeon Bay. The Spook-tacular Sturgeon […]
Peninsula Pet of the Week: Starburst
Starburst is 9 years old, weighs 19 pounds, and is available for adoption at the Wisconsin Humane Society Door County Campus. Starburst may be a little shy when you first meet him, but give him some time and a few tasty treats, and his sweet personality begins to shine. Once he feels comfortable, he turns […]
Sister Bay Celebrates 80th Annual Fall Fest October 16–18
Sister Bay, Wis. (October 8, 2026) – The tradition continues as Sister Bay welcomes visitors and community members to the 80th Annual Fall Fest, taking place October 16–18, 2026. For three days, the community will come together to celebrate the season with live music, local food and drinks, family activities, arts and crafts, and some of […]
Frosty Mornings Offer a Window into Nature’s Hidden Science
As crisp autumn mornings arrive in Door County, many residents will begin to notice a familiar seasonal sight: delicate ice crystals sparkling across lawns, leaves, and windshields. While beautiful, frost is also a fascinating example of science at work. Frost forms when surfaces near the ground become cold enough for moisture to freeze into tiny […]
Baileys Harbor Hosts Spooktacular Halloween Celebration on October 31
Baileys Harbor, Wis. (October 8, 2026) – As the busy season winds down, Baileys Harbor is bringing neighbors, families and visitors together for its Spooktacular Halloween Celebration on Saturday, October 31, 2026. Festivities will take place from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Baileys Harbor Town Hall, 2392 County Road F, with additional activities at the library […]
Al Johnson’s to Ring in New Year with First-Ever New Year’s Eve Goat Drop
Sister Bay, Wis. (October 8, 2026) – There’s a new goat tradition coming to Sister Bay. Al Johnson’s Swedish Restaurant & Butik will ring in 2027 with the inaugural Al Johnson’s New Year’s Eve Goat Drop, a new celebration on the grounds of the Stabbur Beer Garden in downtown Sister Bay. The highlight of the evening […]
Hoots, Hikes and Hundred Acre Wood
As autumn settles across Door County, the days grow shorter, the nights get cooler, and a different cast of wildlife begins to emerge. For those who take the time to slow down and listen, fall offers an opportunity to experience one of the preserve’s most fascinating residents: the Great Horned Owl. On crisp autumn evenings, […]
