DOOR COUNTY NEWSWIRE

Door County, Wis. (July 29, 2026) — Midsummer’s Music continues its acclaimed 2026 concert season with two captivating chamber music programs that showcase the emotional depth, vivid colors, andexpressive power of some of the world’s greatest composers. Beginning July 25, […]

Fish Creek, Wis. (July 27, 2026) – On Sunday, August 2, at 8 p.m. Door County Auditorium (DCA) will host Bob Seger tribute band Hollywood Nights on its Main Stage. Hollywood Nights—America’s Bob Seger Experience—is the ultimate tribute to Bob Seger […]

Door County, Wis. (July 27, 2026) – In less than two weeks, the Peninsula Music Festival (PMF) opens its 74th season with nine unforgettable concerts featuring Grammy Award-winning artists, internationally acclaimed soloists, and one of the most exciting orchestral lineups in […]

Door County, Wis. (July 27, 2026) – The Destination Door County (DDC) Board of Directors has announced the selection of Jon Jarosh as the organization’s next President and Chief Executive Officer following a national executive search.  Jarosh has served as Interim President & CEO […]

Ephraim, Wis. (July 27, 2026) – The excitement is building at The Red Putter Mini Golf in North Ephraim as The Red Putter Pro Tournament approaches!  Many pros are now busy practicing, while others try to earn that pro status and secure a […]

Fish Creek, Wis. (July 23, 2026) – Fishstock Concert Series has announced that the 4th concert of its 2026 season will feature a Sunday, July 26 performance by Tennessee folksinger Mark Stuart. Fishstock concert promoter Steve Ellmann announced the upcoming […]

Sister Bay, Wis. (July 22, 2026) – Families and children of all ages will once again enjoy the popular “Create Your Own” Activity Tent, featuring artist Gary Chaudoir’s stained-glass-inspired art activities, plus wood art projects designed to inspire creativity in young artists and adults alike. New this year, teachers from the Gibraltar School District will host […]

Door County, Wis. (July 20, 2026) – The Door County Historical Society invites the community to its next Dine & Discover program on Monday, July 27, featuring local author and explorer Gary Soule, who will present “Exploring Door County Caves.” The program begins at 6:00 p.m. […]

Baileys Harbor, Wis. (July 20, 2026) – The Door Kinetic Arts Festival (DKAF) announces its milestone 10th Anniversary Season, bringing together nationally recognized artists in theater, dance, music, film, journalism, and interdisciplinary performance for a week of creativity, collaboration, and discovery […]

Fish Creek, Wis. (July 20, 2026) – On Thurday, July 23, at 8 p.m., rock legends BoDeans will return by popular demand to the Door County Auditorium (DCA) Main Stage. With countless tunes you know from the first note, rip-roaring […]

Fish Creek, Wis. (July 17, 2026) – Fishstock Concert Series has announced that the 3rd concert of its 2026 season will feature a Sunday, July 19 performance by Madison’s Caravan Gypsy Swing Ensemble, an acoustic jazz group greatly influenced by […]

Debuts at July 31 at Public Screening Sister Bay, Wis. (July 15, 2026) — The Sister Bay & Liberty Grove Fire Department History Project has completed a new documentary video tracing the department’s history from the historic 1912 Sister Bay […]

Door County, Wis. (July 15, 2026) – The Peninsula Music Festival (PMF) welcomes internationally acclaimed pianist Michelle Cann to the Door County Auditorium on Tuesday, August 18, at 7:30 PM. The two-time Grammy Award winner will headline The Viennese Legacy, an evening […]

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (July 15, 2026) – Find the best sales of the summer! Sturgeon Bay’s Annual Sail Through the Avenues Sidewalk Sales will be held on Thursday, July 30. Don’t miss out on these extraordinary deals at unique shops […]

Egg Harbor, Wis. (July 15, 2026) — Plum Bottom Gallery is proud to announce that acclaimed fiber artist Ann T. Huhn Anderson has joined its family of nationally recognized artists. Known for transforming textiles into extraordinary works of fine art, Anderson brings a […]

Ephraim, Wis. (July 13, 2026) – The Hardy Gallery is pleased to announce the Opening Reception for the Collection Invitational & Collector’s Choice Benefit on July 10th, 5:30–7pm. This annual exhibition features work by more than forty established local and […]

Fish Creek, Wis. (July 13, 2026) – We are pleased to welcome our special guests, the Creek Pickers, to the Gazebo at Noble Square. They will perform on July 21 from 3-5 pm and have deep roots in the Door […]

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (July 13, 2026) – More than 3,000 attendees celebrated the 10th Annual Open Door Pride Festival in Martin Park, Sturgeon Bay, on Saturday, June 27, 2026. Live musical performances, food trucks, and a wide range of family-friendly […]

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (July 13, 2026) — The Door County Historical Society (DCHS) is proud to announce that it has received two of the Wisconsin Historical Society’s highest honors from the Board of Curators, recognizing both the organization’s long-standing commitment to preserving […]

Ephraim, Wis. (July 10, 2026) – The Ephraim Historical Foundation invites families to experience history firsthand this summer with Schoolhouse Lessons at the Pioneer Schoolhouse Museum. Designed for children in Kindergarten through 3rd grade, but open to all ages, Schoolhouse […]

Sister Bay, Wis. (July 10, 2026) – The Sister Bay Historical Society is hosting a new event, Music at the Barn, on Saturday, July 18th from 3:30 – 6:30pm at the Corner of the Past in Sister Bay. The event […]

Fish Creek, Wis. (July 9, 2026) – Fishstock Concert Series has announced that the 2nd concert of its 2026 season will feature a July 12th performance by Pacific Northwest-based singer/songwriter Brittany Jean. While she largely performs her own songs from […]

Featuring a world premiere honoring America’s 250th anniversary and an extraordinary showcase of trumpet virtuosity Door County, Wis. (July 6, 2026) — Midsummer’s Music continues its 2026 summer concert season with two exceptional chamber music programs this July. Audiences are […]

Egg Harbor, Wis. (July 6, 2026) – The charismatic and nationally acclaimed sounds of Big Band Jazz return to the historic Dutton Concert Barn this summer. From July 15 through August 8, Birch Creek Music Performance Center will host four […]

Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (July 6, 2026) – The Door County Historical Society invites the community to its next Dine & Discover program on Monday, July 20, featuring local author and explorer Gary Soule, who will present “Exploring Door County Caves.” The program begins at 6:00 p.m. […]

Fish Creek, Wis. (July 1, 2026) – On Thursday, July 2, at 8 p.m., Billy Dave Sherman & The Hedgehog Republic will host a dance party at Door County Auditorium (DCA)’s new Cramer Exchange. Billy Dave Sherman and The Hedgehog […]

Egg Harbor, Wis. (July 1, 2026) – As Birch Creek Music Performance Center marks its 2026 season, the Jazz Ambassador concert series returns with an exciting lineup of community performances across Door County. From mid-July to mid-August, audiences will enjoy […]

Brussels, Wis. (July 1, 2026) — The Belgian Heritage Center (BHC) is honored to announce it has received an $8,000 grant from Destination Door County’s Community Investment Fund to support improvements to the historic Our Lady of the Snows Cemetery, […]

Fish Creek, Wis. (July 1, 2026) – Fishstock Concert Series has announced that its traditional Environmental Awareness concert, on July 5th, will feature a performance by singer/songwriter Will Kruger, bringing the music of John Denver to life with warmth, heart, […]

Wisconsin – The Wisconsin Humane Society (WHS) is launching new adoption promotions to help more animals find loving homes as shelter populations continue to rise. WHS is currently caring for more than 1,100 cats across its campuses and has more than […]

Door County, Wis. (June 29, 2026) – Internationally acclaimed pianist Stewart Goodyear will return to the Peninsula Music Festival (PMF) at the Door County Auditorium in Fish Creek on Thursday, August 13, at 7:30 PM for An Evening with Mozart. His […]

Egg Harbor, Wis. (June 29, 2026) — Plum Bottom Gallery is proud to announce its 20th Annual Gala, a milestone celebration honoring two decades of art, creativity, and the incredible artists, collectors, and community members who have helped shape the gallery’s story. […]

Door County Historical Society invites families to Heritage Village for a day of history, music, and plenty of root beer! Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (June 29, 2026) – The Door County Historical Society invites visitors of all ages to its 12th Annual […]

Ephraim, Wis. (June 24, 2026) – The Ephraim Business Council extends its sincere thanks to everyone who helped make the 61st Fyr Bal Festival a wonderful celebration of the start of the summer season. From family-friendly activities and live entertainment […]

Door County, Wis. (June 25, 2026) — The Door County Community Foundation welcomed donors, nonprofit partners, volunteers, and community leaders to its annual Celebration of Giving on June 10 at Gordon Lodge in Baileys Harbor. The afternoon event celebrated the […]

Door County, Wis. (June 25, 2026) – The Door County YMCA proudly congratulates Steve and Jackie Kane on receiving the Richard D. Egan Philanthropic Leadership Award at the Door County Community Foundation’s 2026 Celebration of Giving. This recognition reflects what so many […]

Fish Creek, Wis. (June 25, 2026) – On Saturday, June 27, at 8 p.m., Door County Auditorium (DCA) will host a performance by mandolin virtuoso Sierra Hull on its Main Stage. Virtuoso mandolin player Sierra Hull returns to DCA by […]

Ephraim, Wis. (June 23, 2026) – In celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States, the Ephraim Historical Foundation (EHF) is partnering with the Door County Auditorium for a special installment of the History Speaks lecture series on Thursday, June 23, […]

Brussels, Wis. (June 23, 2026) – The Belgian Heritage Center (BHC) invites residents and visitors to step back in time during Belgian Days at BHC on Saturday, July 11, for a day dedicated to exploring the history, culture, and enduring […]