LWVDC’s WOMEN’S EQUALITY DAY CAR PARADE

DOOR COUNTY, WI, August 6, 2026 – In celebration of Women’s Equality Day, the League of Women Voters of Door County (LWVDC) will host its annual car parade on Wednesday, August 26, this time turning the streets of Egg Harbor into a rolling call to protect voting rights and defend democracy.

Beginning at 4:30 p.m., vehicles may line up in the parking lane on Church Street in Egg Harbor. The car parade launches at 5 p.m. Following an escort car, the procession will proceed down Church Street, right on Harbor School Road, right on Hwy 42, right on Church Street, and then will repeat the loop.

A free community gathering follows at 5:30 p.m. at the Kress Pavillion, featuring live music, speakers, and a shared purpose of protecting and defending voting rights and democracy. This year’s program includes remarks by former Wisconsin Lt. Governor Barbara Lawton and a live music performance by Cathy Grier + the Woman Troublemakers. There will also be prizes for the best decorated vehicles.

Starting at 6:30 p.m., LWVDC will present a free showing of the Tony Award-winning musical “Suffs,” which tells the story of the American suffragist movement and its trailblazing leaders, in the Kress Great Hall. Free pizza and popcorn will be available while quantities last.