DOOR COUNTY NEWSWIRE
Birch Creek Welcomes New Board Members, Honors Outgoing Members
Egg Harbor, Wis. (October 17, 2025) – Birch Creek Music Performance Center is pleased to announce several additions and returning members to its Board of Trustees. These individuals bring a wealth of professional experience, leadership, and a shared passion for […]
Read MoreBaileys Harbor Community Association Continues to Host Free Seasonal Community Events
Baileys Harbor, Wis. (October 17, 2025) – The Baileys Harbor Community Association (BHCA) is excited to share the upcoming schedules for two exciting winter events: the Saturday Winter Craft Markets and Sunday Winter Yoga sessions. These programs offer residents and visitors an opportunity to […]
Read MoreCirque Mechanics Present “Tilt!” at DCA October 30
Fish Creek, Wis. (October 17, 2025) – On Thursday, October 30, at 7 p.m., premier American circus Cirque Mechanics will perform at Door Community Auditorium (DCA), presenting their brand-new amusement park-themed show Tilt! Cirque Mechanics is a premier American circus, enchanting […]
Read MoreTrails & Treats Event at Crossroads
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (October 13, 2025) – Crossroads will be rock’n this week, celebrating science, the arts, geology, and Halloween fun. On Friday, October 17, from 5:30–7:00 PM, designated trails will glow with the lights of Jack-o-lanterns and luminaries for our annual […]
Read MoreBaileys Harbor “Talk of the Town” Will Highlight Door County Land Trust
Baileys Harbor, Wis. (October 13, 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 MoreMarty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives Return to DCA By Popular Demand
Fish Creek, Wis. (October 11, 2025) – On Thursday, October 23, at 7 p.m., country legend Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives will return to Door Community Auditorium (DCA). This will be Stuart’s fourth appearance at DCA; he is one […]
Read MorePast, Present, Passion: A Musical Journey
The Griffon String Quartet performs at Midsummer Music’s Autumn Music Fest. Sister Bay, Wis. – October 10, 2025 – Experience an unforgettable evening of artistry, emotion, and innovation as the Griffon String Quartet takes center stage at Midsummer Music’s Autumn Music […]
Read MoreThree Ways to Help Area Shelters as Cat Populations Climb Across the State
Wisconsin – Animal shelters across the state are currently experiencing very high cat populations. Right now, the Wisconsin Humane Society (WHS) has more than 1,000 cats in their care. As many shelters face resource challenges with high cat populations, here are […]
Read MoreDo Good Door County Hosts Free HomeFit Event in October Helping Residents Age in Place Safely
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (October 9, 2025) — Do Good Door County is pleased to announce its upcoming HomeFit event in October in Sturgeon Bay, part of the organization’s ongoing effort to empower residents with tools and knowledge to live more […]
Read MoreGriffon String Quartet Receives Grant from the Kopseker Trust to Support Senior Outreach Programs
Sister Bay, Wis. (October 9, 2025) – The Griffon String Quartet, an affiliate of Midsummer’s Music, was awarded a $5,000 grant from the Kopseker Trust Grant Team of the Greater Green Bay Community Foundation in recognition of its impactful work bringing […]
Read MoreThrills & Chills in Sturgeon Bay 2025
Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (October, 2025) – Destination Sturgeon Bay invites you and your family to enjoy a day of spooky Halloween fun on Saturday, October 25th! Thrills & Chills, sponsored by Quantum Technologies, will include kid friendly, Halloween themed activities […]
Read MorePro Arte Quartet to Present Inspiring Concert of String Quartet Masterworks
With a legacy spanning more than a century, the Pro Arte Quartet continues to be recognized as one of the nation’s most esteemed ensembles. Sister Bay, Wis. (October 6, 2025) – Wisconsin’s own critically acclaimed Pro Arte Quartet invites audiences to […]
Read MoreDoor Peninsula Astronomical Society Announces October Programs
Sturgeon Bay, Wis (October 6, 2025) – The Door Peninsula Astronomical Society (DPAS) will join educational institutions and science centers throughout the state to participate in the Wisconsin Science Festival during its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, October 14 at […]
Read MoreDCEDC Executive Director Michelle Lawrie to “Raise the Roof” for United Way of Door County on October 10
Sister Bay, Wis. (October 6, 2025) — On Friday, October 10th, Michelle Lawrie, Executive Director of the Door County Economic Development Corporation (DCEDC), will be making headlines—and climbing heights—for a good cause. Lawrie will spend part of the day on the […]
Read MoreBaileys Harbor’s ‘Spooktacular’ Halloween Celebration
Baileys Harbor, Wis. (October 3, 2025) – The Baileys Harbor Community Association, in partnership with The Town of Baileys Harbor & the Door County Library, presents the Baileys Harbor Spooktacular Halloween Celebration! Join us for an evening filled with family-friendly frights, […]
Read MoreDoor Community Auditorium Hosts Door County Premiere of A Cherry Pie Christmas
Fish Creek, Wis. (October 1, 2025) – On Saturday, December 13 at 7 p.m., Destination Door County, Travel Wisconsin, and Door Community Auditorium team up to present the Door County public premiere screening of A Cherry Pie Christmas, a film […]
Read MoreAlpine Resort Hosts Rocktoberfest October 10-11
Egg Harbor, Wis. (October 1, 2025) – Alpine Resort is hosting its Rocktoberfest during Pumpkin Patch Festival weekend, October 10-11, featuring live music under the Alpine’s big outdoor waterfront tent to close out its Concerts in the Tent season. Legendary horn […]
Read MoreMidsummer’s Music Awarded NEA Grants for the Arts: Music!
Sister Bay, Wis. (October 1, 2025) – Midsummer’s Music is proud to announce it has been approved by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) to receive a “Grants for the Arts: Music” award of $15,000. This grant will support the […]
Read More100+WWC Next Giving Event October 27
Total awards of $786,000 over nearly 8 Years of Giving! Door County, Wis. (September 29, 2025) – The next quarterly Giving Event of the 100+WWC Giving Circle will be held in person at Donald & Carolyn Kress Pavilion Great Hall, […]
Read MoreSibling Trio Girl Named Tom Returns to DCA by Popular Deman
Fish Creek, Wis. (September 29, 2025) – On Saturday, October 4, at 7 p.m., sibling trio Girl Named Tom will return to Door Community Auditorium (DCA) by popular demand, two years after their first appearance on the stage. From a small-town minivan […]
Read MoreKitten Rescued by Good Samaritans After Falling of Sturgeon Bay Bridge
Door County, Wis. (September 29, 2025) – The Wisconsin Humane Society (WHS) Door County Campus is caring for a 2-month-old kitten who survived a harrowing fall from the Sturgeon Bay Bridge. Good Samaritans Stephanie Swain and her daughter were driving across […]
Read MoreAn Evening of Passion, Elegance, and Musical Brilliance: Pianist Kate Boyd and the Griffon String Quartet Unite for a Spellbinding Performance
This powerful collaboration between one of today’s most thoughtful pianists and a quartet praised for its artistic excellence promises to uplift and inspire. Sister Bay, Wis. (September 29, 2025) – Prepare to be captivated by an extraordinary evening of classical music […]
Read MoreAlpine 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 […]
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