By Visit Fish Creek
It’s officially October, which means we’re officially on Fall Color Watch here in Fish Creek!
We don’t want you to miss the action, so we took a stroll around town and rounded up our Top 5 “Places to Catch the Fall Colors” in Fish Creek. Ready? Here we go!
#1: Peninsula State Park
This one is a given, but we’re listing it anyway, as a drive or hike through Peninsula State Park is hard to beat when it comes to places to take in the vibrant oranges, yellows, and reds of fall. A quiet drive along Shore Road will not only take you through a canopy of trees but also past picturesque views of Fish Creek’s harbor and Green Bay. Or, if you prefer to travel by two wheels, hop on a bike and peddle through stands of majestic maple and beech trees.
While in the park, don’t miss your opportunity to see one of the most stunning fall color views in all of the county from on top of the newly rebuilt Eagle Tower. The inclusive tower allows everyone to immerse themselves in the beauty of a bird’s eye view of fall in Fish Creek thanks to the accessible 850-foot ramp that winds its way through the colorful trees before reaching the top, where stunning views of Green Bay await.
#2: Fish Creek Park
Just across the street from the main entrance to Peninsula State Park is Fish Creek Park. This 27-acre wooded town park is pet-friendly and features two easy-to-traverse hiking loops: the Butterfly Loop and the Peninsula Players Loop. (Fun Fish Creek fact: the park is also the site of the original Peninsula Players Theatre!) Take in the changing leaves, the creek that gives the Town its name, as well as fantastic views of the bluffs above that overlook Fish Creek.
#3: Fish Creek Beach
You’ve taken in the view of the leaves from inside Peninsula State Park, now view them from across the water! Wander into town, then take a stroll out onto the viewing dock at Fish Creek Beach. Across the bay, watch the changing leaves along the headland for a different perspective of Peninsula State Park.
#4: Cottage Row & Maple Grove Roads
Cottage Row may have a reputation for its magnificent homes, but it’s the tunnel of gold created by the trees that really make this town road a must-see stop on your fall color scavenger hunt.
After you’ve cruised Cottage Row, head to the other side of Fish Creek and take a drive in the country along rural Maple Grove Road. As the name suggests, the maple-lined route puts on a spectacular display of fiery hues.
#5: Founder’s Square
You can’t talk about fall color in Fish Creek without mentioning Founder’s Square, where some of the town’s oldest and most picturesque maple trees reside. Each fall, these towering giants add a splash of color to historic downtown Fish Creek and create the postcard-perfect backdrop for one of our most anticipated fall events, Jack O’ Lantern Days!
Jack O’ Lantern Day & Fish Creek Haunted Trail Set for October 28
Jack O’ Lantern Days puts the “Eek!” in Fish Creek and will entertain witches and goblins of all ages! Highlights of our hometown Halloween festival include a costume parade, kid’s carnival games, townwide trick-or-treating, late-night costume contests, and much more. And, back for its third year, the Fish Creek Haunted Trail: a hair-raising 1/8-mile walk through the trails and bridges of Fish Creek Park at dusk!
Don’t miss a moment of the fun! Here’s the schedule of events for the day:
Sunup: Glass Pumpkin Hunt with Burnt Bluff Stone and Glass
9:00 am – 12:00 pm: Family Art Day (FREE Mask Making) at Peninsula School of Art
10:00 am – 2:00 pm: Gibraltar Fire & Rescue Open House at Gibraltar Fire Station
11:00 am – 4:00 pm: Open Door Bird Sanctuary Interactive Raptor Exhibit at Founder’s Square
1:00 pm: Bonnie Smith Memorial Halloween Costume Contest & March for Kids, Pets, and Adults at Clark Park
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm: Trick-or-Treating at participating businesses throughout Fish Creek
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm: Kids Halloween Party at Clark Park
1:30 pm – 3:00 pm: Magic Show at the Old Town Hall with David Watkins
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm: Fish Creek’s Haunted Trail at Fish Creek Park
9:00 pm: Adult Halloween Costume Party at Bayside Tavern
Visit the Visit Fish Creek events page for updated Jack O’Lantern Days information and activities. We’ll see you there!
Fish Creek Events & Happenings
Peninsula Players Baskerville Closes October 15
Who killed Sir Charles Baskerville? Is there any truth to the legend of a supernatural bloodthirsty hound? This sounds like a case for the world’s most famous detective! From the creator of Lend Me a Tenor, Crazy for You and A Fox on the Fairway comes another funny adventure laced with eccentric characters. Join Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson as they try to escape a dizzying web of clues, disguises, and deceit as five actors deftly portray more than 40 characters in this fast-paced adventure. But hurry, the last show of the Peninsula Players’ 2023 season closes on October 15. Find additional information about the show and tickets here.
When Pigs Fly Now Playing at Gould Theater
Northern Sky Theater is known for producing shows brimming with Door County warmth and charm, and When Pigs Fly, now showing at the indoor Gould Theater through October 21, does not disappoint. This heart-warming celebration of traditional American humor and harmony features Northern Sky veterans Doc Heide, Lee Becker, and Amy Chaffee, and the instrumental fireworks of Door County legend Eric Lewis!
Join the cast of colorful Door County characters as they tell hilarious stories and sing uplifting songs, all while seeking help from a local saint to find romance, win a pie contest, and lift the curse on the family farm. With the wit and warmth of A Prairie Home Companion, the show brims with nonstop laughs, rich harmonies, and instrumental fireworks from an award-winning multi-instrumentalist. Find additional information about the show and tickets here.
Skyway Drive-In Open Into October!
It’s not too late to catch a movie under the stars! Skyway Drive-In is open for the first few weekends in October. Visit their website for updated movies and showtimes.
Halloween Glow Ball Mini Golf All October!
Experience mini golf like never before at Evergreen Mini Golf, every Saturday evening in October from dusk until close. Take on the 18-hole, eco-friendly course with glowing golf balls, Halloween decorations, and themed music. Find more information here.
Fall Visitor Center Hours
The arrival of fall also means the arrival of our fall/winter hours for the Fish Creek Visitor Information Center. These are the updated hours from November 1 through May 2024.
Monday through Thursday: Self-Serve 10 am – 3 pm
Friday through Sunday: Staffed 10 am – 3 pm
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