DOOR COUNTY NEWSWIRE
Alpine Resort Opens for 2026 Season on the Shoreline
Egg Harbor, Wis. (September 25, 2025) – The Alpine Resort has executed a lease extension on the waterfront location of the resort for 2026 and will continue to operate as it has this year. The resort is now accepting bookings […]
Read MoreCAMPGrass Music Festival Debuts, Bringing Bluegrass and Community to Sister Bay
Sister Bay, Wis. (Sept. 23, 2025) – Get ready to tap your toes and stomp your feet! CAMP Door County RV Resort & Campground is proud to announce the inaugural CAMPGrass Music Festival is set to take place on Saturday, […]
Read MoreThe California Honeydrops Bring “Retro Soul” to DCA
Fish Creek, Wis. (Sept. 22, 2025) – On Saturday, September 27, at 7 p.m., Door Community Auditorium (DCA) will present The California Honeydrops in concert. Formed in the subway systems of Oakland, the electrifying retro-soul outfit The California Honeydrops defy […]
Read MoreTwilight Tours Bring Evening Magic to Eagle Bluff Lighthouse
Fish Creek, Wis. (Sept. 22, 2025) – The Door County Historical Society invites the community and visitors to experience the enchantment of Eagle Bluff Lighthouse after dark during this year’s Twilight Tours. The lighthouse will open its doors on Saturday, September 27 and Saturday, […]
Read MoreGreat American Media Announces Katie Leclerc and Ryan Carnes Set to Star in New Christmas Movie About Door County
Former “A Cherry Pie Christmas” Film Has Been Re-titled “A Wisconsin Christmas Pie” New York (Sept. 22, 2025) — Great American Media announced today that Katie Leclerc (“Switched at Birth,” A Cape Cod Christmas) and Ryan Carnes (“General Hospital,” “Desperate […]
Read MoreSister Bay Historical Society Vintage Christmas Open Aire Market
Sister Bay, Wis. (September 18, 2025) – The Sister Bay Historical Society is hosting a Vintage Christmas Open Aire Market on Saturday, October 4th from 9am to 1pm at the Corner of the Past in Sister Bay. Entrance is free. Sister […]
Read MoreThe Ridges 2025 Citizen Science Symposium
Baileys Harbor, Wis. (September 15, 2025) – The Ridges Sanctuary is proud to host its 3rd Annual Citizen Science Symposium on Saturday, September 20th. Running from 8:30 am to noon, this event will bring together citizen scientists, community members, and the public […]
Read MoreOpen Door Bird Sanctuary Pop-Ups
Door County, Wis. (September 13, 2025) – Wisconsin Cheese Masters is partnering with Open Door Bird Sanctuary (ODBS) for the fifth year to raise funds for the Jacksonport sanctuary’s educational programming and raptor care. ODBS staff and resident raptors will […]
Read MoreDKAF and DCA Present OkCello in Concert
Fish Creek, Wis. (September 13, 2025) – On Monday, September 22, at 7 p.m., Door Kinetic Arts Festival (DKAF) and Door Community Auditorium (DCA) will join forces to present OkCello in concert on the DCA stage. Okorie “OkCello” Johnson is an […]
Read MoreCampgrass Music Festival on October 4th at CAMP Door County in Sister Bay
Sister Bay, Wis. (September 12, 2025) – Enjoy a weekend of fine bluegrass music at CAMP Door County on Saturday October 4th starting at 11:30 am and featuring Heartland Howlers, Dig Deep, Rodeo Borealis and Chicago Farmer. Tie Dye workshop, […]
Read MoreAuthor Sean Zak Presents “Searching in St. Andrews” at Horseshoe Bay Golf Club
Egg Harbor, Wis. (September 11, 2025) – Door County native Sean Zak, senior writer for GOLF magazine and GOLF.com will be the Book and Author guest for a free Friends of Door County Libraries presentation at the Beach Club at […]
Read MoreBelgian Heritage Center Offers Booyah To Go on September 21
Brussels, Wis. (September 11, 2025) – The Belgian Heritage Center (BHC) invites the community to enjoy its award-winning booyah, on Sunday, September 21, 2025. This beloved Belgian favorite will be available for take-out only from 10:30 AM to 3:00 PM—or […]
Read MoreEric Lewis Reunites with the Griffon String Quartet for a One-of-a-Kind Musical Journey Across Four Performances
Sister Bay, Wis. (September 8, 2025) – Join Midsummer’s Music for a truly special musical event as beloved Memphis-based multi-instrumentalist Eric Lewis reunites with the acclaimed Griffon String Quartet for four unforgettable performances filled with classical finesse, folk soul, and deeply […]
Read MoreTwilight Tours Bring Evening Magic to Eagle Bluff Lighthouse
Fish Creek, Wis. (September 8, 2025) – The Door County Historical Society invites the community and visitors to experience the enchantment of Eagle Bluff Lighthouse after dark during this year’s Twilight Tours. The lighthouse will open its doors on Saturday, September […]
Read MoreBaileys Harbor “Talk of the Town” Series Sponsoring Basic Life Support CPR/AED Training
Baileys Harbor, Wis. (September 4, 2025) — Baileys Harbor Community Association continues to support and engage the community by bringing information and discussion sessions to Baileys Harbor through the Talk of the Town series. The next session will take place […]
Read More6th Annual Door County Sunflower Fest
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (September 4, 2025) – Sunshine Resources of Door County is excited to host the 6th Annual Sunflower Fest on Saturday, September 13. This event is held at Martin Park (207 S. Third Avenue) in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. The […]
Read MoreWild Ones Door Peninsula Monarch Tagging Day
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (September 4, 2025) – On Sunday, September 7 starting at 2:00 pm, the local Wild Ones Chapter will again offer their Monarch Tagging Day at Crossroads at Big Creek. Crossroads has hosted this free family-friendly program for decades, […]
Read More‘Steel Magnolias’ Opens Autumn Season at Peninsula Players Theatre
Fish Creek, Wis. (Septmber 3, 2025)— Peninsula Players Theatre, America’s oldest professional resident summer theatre, opens the fifth and final show of its 90th season with Robert Harling’s “Steel Magnolias,” a hilarious celebration of friendship, heartaches, and hairdos! This beloved and […]
Read MoreWulf Brothers Celebrates New Sister Bay Location with Weeklong Open House & Grand Opening Celebration
Sister Bay, Wis. (September 2, 2025) – Wulf Brothers, Door County’s trusted home comfort experts for over 120 years, is excited to celebrate the opening of its Sister Bay location. To mark the occasion, the community is invited to a […]
Read MoreA Patchwork of Needles and Leaves: An Introduction to the Music of the Upper Midwest Shanty Boy
Fish Creek, Wis. (August 29, 2025) – On September 8 at 7:00pm we will explore the origins of the phrase “I’m a Lumberjack and I’m OK.” It’s a saying that many people recognize, but have you ever wondered about its origins? […]
Read MoreThe Pack Drumline Performs at DCA September 12
Fish Creek, Wis. (August 29, 2025) – On Friday, September 12, at 7 p.m., high-energy music-and-dance outfit The Pack Drumline (known for their appearance on America’s Got Talent) will perform at Door Community Auditorium (DCA). The Pack Drumline has been wowing […]
Read MoreProgress Continues on Eagle Bluff Lighthouse Restoration
Fish Creek, Wis. (August 29, 2025) – The Door County Historical Society is pleased to report significant progress at Eagle Bluff Lighthouse, where restoration efforts are moving forward step by step thanks to the dedication of volunteers, contractors, and community partners. […]
Read MoreEric Lewis & Friends to Perform at Fishstock on August 31
Fish Creek, Wis. (August 29, 2025) – Eric Lewis, the well-known Memphis musician, will perform with a select group of his wide-ranging musician friends at the final musical event of Fishstock Concert Series’ 2025 season in Fish Creek on Sunday, August […]
Read MoreSturgeon Bay Harvest Fest & Street Art Auction 2025
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (August 27, 2025) – Join Destination Sturgeon Bay in welcoming the season of autumn with Sturgeon Bay’s Annual Harvest Fest & Street Art Auction on Saturday, September 20. Festivities begin the evening before with the Annual “Cruise by […]
Read MoreBelgian Heritage Center Hosts Grandparents Day Celebration September 6
Brussels, Wis. (August 27, 2025) — The Belgian Heritage Center (BHC) invites families to celebrate Grandparents Day on Saturday, September 6, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This special event is designed to connect generations and pass on the rich traditions of Belgian […]
Read MoreA Door County Fall Favorite: Baileys Harbor AutumnFest Set for September 13th
Baileys Harbor, Wis. (August 23, 2025) — Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 13, 2025, and head to Baileys Harbor for a perfect fall day at Autumnfest. From 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. along County Road F, the town will […]
Read MoreBeach Safety Technology Doubles on Door County Beaches in 2025
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (August 23, 2025) – Beach safety improvements across Door County beaches doubled from five to ten electronic signs in 2025. These new SwimSmart Technology (SwimSmart) signs demonstrate a county-wide priority to keep residents and visitors aware of […]
Read MoreCharlie Berens Performs Another Sellout Show at DCA
Fish Creek, Wis. (August 23, 2025) – After multiple sold-out appearances in recent years, comedian Charlie Berens will return to perform for another sellout crowd (his fourth since 2021) at Door Community Auditorium (DCA) on Friday, September 5. Charlie Berens is […]
Read MoreMemphis Folk Singer Mark Edgar Stuart to Perform at Fishstock on Aug. 24
Fish Creek, Wis. (August 20, 2025) – Fishstock Concert Series has announced that the 9th concert of its 2025 season will feature an August 24 performance by Memphis folksinger Mark Edgar Stuart and his special guest star, fellow Memphis musician Eric […]
Read MoreSchubert Meets the 21st Century in Vibrant Chamber Music Program Featuring Grammy-Nominated Composer Gernot Wolfgang
This concert promises to be a compelling journey through the evolution of chamber music—where tradition meets innovation, and classical inspiration gives rise to contemporary expression. Sister Bay, Wis. (August 20, 2025) – A timeless masterwork meets a fresh, contemporary voice in […]
Read MorePeninsula Music Festival Concludes 73rd Season with Mahler’s Monumental “Resurrection” Symphony
Door County, Wis. (August 20, 2025) – The Peninsula Music Festival’s (PMF) 73rd season reaches a breathtaking conclusion on Saturday, August 23 at 7:30 PM with one of the most powerful and transcendent works ever written—Mahler’s Symphony No. 2, “Resurrection.” […]
Read MoreCelebrate the Buzz at the Door County Beekeepers Community Honey Harvest
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (August 18, 2025) – A cherished annual tradition, the Door County Beekeepers Community Honey Harvest will take place on Saturday, August 23, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Crossroads at Big Creek, 2041 Michigan Street in Sturgeon Bay. Part festival, part […]
Read MoreIrish Band The High Kings Return to DCA
Fish Creek, Wis. (August 18, 2025) – On Thursday, August 28, at 7 p.m., rousing Irish band The High Kings will return to Door Community Auditorium (DCA). The High Kings are charting a new course for Irish ballad music—equal parts lively […]
Read MoreAlpine Concert Series Resumes in New Event Tent
Egg Harbor, Wis. (August 18, 2025) – The new Alpine event tent is rocking again after it was badly damaged by 70 mph straight-line winds on August 9. An exact replica of the previous tent, which hosts weddings, concerts and […]
Read MoreMidsummer’s Music Presents One of the Greatest Piano Quintets Ever Written
César Franck’s monumental Piano Quintet is dramatic, impassioned, and harmonically rich. Sister Bay, Wis. (August 18, 2025) – Concluding its 2025 summer season, Midsummer’s Music presents one of the five greatest piano quintets ever written: César Franck’s monumental Piano Quintet. Dramatic, […]
Read MoreStar Cellist Sterling Elliott Headlines Peninsula Music Festival’s ‘The New World’
Door County, Wis. (August 13, 2025) — One of classical music’s brightest young stars is coming to Door County. On Thursday, August 21 at 7:30 PM, the Peninsula Music Festival welcomes internationally acclaimed cellist Sterling Elliott for The New World, an evening […]
Read MoreJazz Vocalist Janet Planet to Perform at Fishstock Concert Series on August 17
Fish Creek, Wis. (August 13, 2025) – Fishstock Concert Series has announced that the 8th concert of its 2025 season will feature an August 17 performance by renowned jazz vocalist Janet Planet. “The blend of Janet’s voice with her excellent band […]
Read More100+WWC Presents $34,000 in July 2025
100+ Women Who Care Door County (100+WWC) Continues Trend of Giving Events. The July 2025 Giving Circle presented $34,000 to achieve more than $752,000 awarded to 71 nonprofits since July 2018. Door County, Wis. (August 12, 2025) – 100+ Women […]
Read MoreNew Parade Registration Process Announced for Sister Bay’s Fall Fest
Sister Bay, Wis. (August 12, 2025) – Big news for Fall Fest fans! The Sister Bay Advancement Association is introducing a new registration process and updated rules and regulations for the iconic Fall Fest Parade. Starting this year, all parade […]
Read MoreBirch Creek Announces 2025 Fall Concert Series: A Season of Jazz, Dueling Pianos, and Holiday Traditions
Egg Harbor, Wis. (August 11, 2025) – Birch Creek Music Performance Center invites audiences to experience its 2025 Fall Concert Series, a dynamic lineup of performances by Birch Creek faculty and guest artists. From spirited Dixieland jazz to a dazzling piano […]
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