2/26/2021 update: Trails in Northern Door County are CLOSED. (All other trails are CLOSED as of this time.) See maps and info here. You can even sign up for email and text alerts about changing snowmobile trail conditions. Be safe and have fun!
We're masking up and staying six feet away, but that's no reason not to enjoy the beautiful art and artists of northern Door County! Join the Ellison Bay Arts group Wed-Sun, October 21-25th as they showcase their amazing creations in eight different locations. Now is the perfect time to start that early holiday shopping! Why start now? Why shop local? Shopping local and shopping early keeps the economy thriving and all the shops you love open. After all, isn't all this hand-crafted-with-love local flavor exactly WHY you love Door County so much? Click the image above to view their Facebook [...]
Where else can you say you went to a film fest for Valentine's Day, without it costing a bajillion dollars? Why Door County of course! Buy your tickets online in advance, and for just $15 enjoy your Friday evening and Saturday afternoon with freelance filmographers from all over the world. Plus a few added treats from amazing local vendors. None of that boring stuff - snuggle up with your sweetheart and watch art come alive. Who knows? Maybe one of the films will go viral, and then you can say you saw it first! We're a proud sponsor! Staying the [...]
It's here! The 33rd Annual Fish Creek Winterfest! Starting at 10 AM on Saturday, February 1st, enjoy winter in Northern Door County done right. Get your schedule of events here. The fun doesn't end on Sunday. Once you've had your fill of the snow, head north to Ellison Bay for what has been referred to as "a phenomenal" brunch at Hugel Haus and the locals' favorite parade of the year, the Groundhog Day Parade starting at 2 PM! Stick around afterward and head to the Mink River Basin for FREE "groundhog" stew to warm you up in advance of the [...]
From the Sister Bay events page: Sister Bay celebrates New Year’s Eve with a shopping extravaganza throughout the village, ice skating and a bonfire at the Sports Complex, dining specials, and an early evening fireworks show at the Sports Complex. The fm 106.9 The Lodge Cherry Drop portion of the evening starts at 10:30pm with The Lodge playing some the biggest tunes of all time from Cherry ground zero at The Garage. As we countdown to midnight, we drop the giant sparkling cherry to welcome the new year! Get the 2019-2020 party details here. Click to see what you missed [...]
One of the fabulous things about all the communities that are close in Door County is it's Christmas every weekend! This Saturday, head down to Baileys Harbor for the Holiday Fair by Door County North Rotary Club. From 10 AM to 2 PM at the Town Hall, enjoy gift shopping from over twenty local vendors, lunch and treats from local eateries. The fun doesn't stop there. Starting at 10 AM just next door is a full day of other holiday events, including cider at the library, wreath making at Ridges, and cookie decorating at Knit Whit's. Bundle up for the [...]
Now that Thanksgiving feasts are dwindling, naps are being enjoyed, and shopping is gearing up, it's time to think about Santa! via GIPHY Capture the Spirit in Sister Bay with photos with Santa and his reindeer, a special holiday lighting event, and storytime and crafts at the library, all starting at 3:00 PM on Friday, November 29th. On Saturday there's cookie decorating at the fire hall, and all weekend long there's a special holiday arts fair with lunch available for purchase. Visit the website for more details, and enjoy the weekend! While the kids are entertained, think [...]
As Thanksgiving approaches, there's still a lot to do in Northern Door County! This weekend, join the Ellison Bay Service Club at their Annual Tree Lighting & Caroling, taking place this Sunday, November 24th. Travel to the Mink River Basin in Ellison Bay, then cross the street to the Bayview Marina entrance to join in an evening of candlelit song, inspiration, fellowship, and fun. Afterwards, enjoy a community chili dinner back at the Basin. The rest of the weekend, enjoy a crisp walk at Newport State Park, a fresh cup of coffee and treat at Brew or Kick Ash, and [...]
When is the best time for Door County fall leaf peeping? No one loves the vague but honest answer, "it changes every year." However, with the Travel Wisconsin Fall Color Report you can get the most topical updates and do your best to align your fall road trip with Mother Nature's golden tint. This interactive map helps you discover current autumn color status, as well as predict when fall splendor will be at its peak, a weather forecast to help you plan what to pack, and a list of selfie stations so you and your tribe can capture the perfect [...]
