Have You Made Your Door County New Year’s Plans Yet?
This New Year’s should be spent in Door County. You know we’re right! Between the Polar Bear Plunge in Jacksonport, Frosty Fest in Egg Harbor, and all the fabulous dining options, Door County has it all.
Photo courtesy of Egg Harbor Business Association
If you’re looking for great rooms for a reasonable price, please check out our members’ Holiday and Winter specials. These are some properties that stay open year round and are offering reduced off-season rates to help you get more for the money.
Glidden Lodge Beach Resort is found south of Jacksonport on the beach with icy pictures of beautiful Lake Michigan. Romance blooms in this scenic getaway.
White Lace Inn is a quaint B&B in the heart of Sturgeon Bay which provides amazing shopping, dining, and entertainment options. They are offering discounted off-season rates.
Birchwood Lodge, nestled in the heart of Sister Bay, is just footsteps from downtown. Fabulous shopping, dining, and all the essentials make this the ideal spot to stay.
Shoreline Resort, located on the top of the Peninsula, has stunning views of the Green Bay Waters and provides that seclusion you’re looking for.
Coachlite Inn is very centrally located between Sister Bay and Ephraim, making it minutes from every town. They have great packages starting at just $49 a night and if you stay two nights at the regular Holiday rate, you get the third night free.
Scofield North in Baileys Harbor is situated along 300 feet of Lake Michigan shoreline. The historic Log Home or Stone Cottage are available to skillfully blend history, nostalgia, and romance.
The Ashbrooke is the place to go for romance at this adult only vacation resort hotel in Door County. It is located in the heart of Egg Harbor, just minutes from fabulous shopping, food and activities. Reserve a minimum of two nights at The Ashbrooke over the New Year’s holiday weekend in any of our rooms or suites that feature an in-room two-person whirlpool and take the fine Chadsworth & Haig micro-fiber bathrobes in your room home with you as our gift (a $90 value!). Stay a third and/or fourth night for only $99 per night, plus tax.
Bay Shore Inn on the shores of Green Bay waters is located minutes from Sturgeon Bay. There are many activities to choose from both on the property and in town. They are running the “Quiet Time Special” where you stay three nights; you only pay for two nights.
Applecreek Resort at the top of the hill in Fish Creek has various rooms to choose from including suites, rooms, and a private guest house. They are offering 10% off at the English Inn with all packages. They have rooms starting as low as $59 a night. If you are looking for extra romance, add the Winter Wonderland Wine Trolley Tour coupon for a wine tasting, trolley winery tour, sleigh ride and lunch on Saturdays.
Ephraim Inn on the Harbor is a quaint B&B set in the heart of Ephraim offers a serene romantic getaway.
The Lodgings at Pioneer Lane, a small country inn nestled in the heart of Ephraim, creates the perfect setting for a romantic getaway anytime of the year.
Stone Harbor Resort located on the canal in Sturgeon Bay lies in the heart of Sturgeon Bay and tons of activities, shopping, and dining. They have live music from Beaker Street planned for New Year’s Eve.
Eagle Harbor Inn located in the heart of Ephraim, has a wonderful Celebrate New Years Eve Package! Take time out to review & renew your goals for the New Year~Inn style! Treat yourself to Two Nights in our elegant Whirlpool Suites, while you soak, Fireside, in your 6′ whirlpool with custom soaps & loofah; Mimosa Makings with Party favors to ring in the New Year & waking to Breakfast in Bed, delivered, New Year’s Day!
Dining in Door County is always a pleasure, but especially around the Holidays. Because our county is a little less crowded, local chefs take the time to carefully plan out spectacular meals for the upcoming holidays. Please consider these great restaurants when heading out for a bite to eat. These specials are brought to you by Door County Chefs.
Get a Latte at Door County Coffee & Tea Co.
Door County Coffee & Tea Co.’s Café in Carlsville serves up delicious breakfast and lunch from 7:30-3pm. The breakfast menu consists of egg dishes, waffles quiches, granola and other yummy breakfast foods. Lunch consists of homemade soups, salads, wraps, and signature sandwiches.
Dinner at Chop Steakhouse
Chop Steakhouse in downtown Sister Bay offers the finest steaks, seafood, wines and desserts around. They are serving special Holiday menus for both Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve.
Harbor Fish Market & Grilleon the water in Baileys Harbor is the perfect spot to celebrate Christmas Day or New Years Eve. They specialize in seafood, steaks, and serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner year round.
Fresh Lobster at Harbor Fish Market & Grille
Frosty Fest Heads to Egg Harbor New Year’s Day!
EGG HARBOR, WI (December 12, 2012) –The Egg Harbor Business Association (EHBA) announces this year’s Frosty Fest schedule to include Egg Harbor’s New Year’s Day parade, a one-mile Icy Fun Run and great New Year’s holiday shopping specials. Egg Harbor is sure to be the desired family-friendly place for zany fun this holiday season!
The village of Egg Harbor comes to life on January 1 at 1:00 pm for the 35th annual New Year’s Day Parade. There’s an open invitation to virtually anyone to join the Egg Harbor New Year’s Day parade. The parade lineup begins at Stella Maris Parish, 7710 Hwy 42 in downtown Egg Harbor. The parade runs north through the village from Harbor School Road to County Hwy E. Parking is available on Church Street. There is no formal registration required. Dress up, bring your pets, decorate an old car, motorcycle, or any piece of heavy construction equipment. You’re limited only by ingenuity and practicality.
According to Ethan Taylor the Egg Harbor New Year’s Day parade started back in 1977. The bartender that day at the Anchor Inn (now Casey’s) was Mark Feldt. Darrel Lautenbach and his brother-in-law John stopped and asked Mark if he had seen the parade go by. “What parade”, he inquired, knowing of no such event being scheduled. “We were the parade. We just rode our horses through the village and had a New Year’s Day parade. It’s going to get bigger and better every year,” Darrel explained.
Looking out the window, across the street, Mark saw two horses decorated in red, white, and blue streamers on their heads, manes, and tails. Darrel continued to inform everyone in the bar that day that this parade was going to get bigger and better every year! And it did. It’s now an officially listed event of the Egg Harbor Business Association.
Immediately following the parade will be a one-mile Icy Fun Run. The Icy Fun Run benefits the Door County YMCA. An entry fee of $15 includes a fleece ear band and hot cider at the finish line. To register for this family-friendly run, sign-up at the registration table on January 1 from noon to 1pm at the start/finish line on the corner of Hwy 42 and Harbor School Road (in front of Something Fishy). 
Fantastic New Year’s Day shopping specials will also be available at fourteen Egg Harbor businesses to include Christine’s Casuals & Classics, Cinnamon Windmill, Country Lady, Cupola House, Door County Nature Works, Dovetail Gallery & Studio, Jane’s Designs for Women, Kim’s Boutique, Liberty Square, Made in Britain, Maxwell’s House, Patricia Shoppe, Shipwrecked Brew Pub and Something Fishy. See our website and events page for more details (www.eggharbordoorcounty.org).
It’s a time to leave behind the old year, relax, have fun, and let the new year start with a smile on every face. Join us in Egg Harbor on January 1 and ring in the new year!
For more information about Frosty Fest or other Egg Harbor events, call (920) 868-3717, email vacation@eggharbordoorcounty.
If you’re looking for great rooms for a reasonable price, please check out our members’ winter specials. These are some properties that stay open year round and are offering reduced off-season rates to help you get more for the money.
Glidden Lodge Beach Resort has quite a few specials running for the holidays and throughout the winter. This resort is found south of Jacksonport on the beach with icy pictures of beautiful Lake Michigan.
White Lace Inn is a quaint B&B in the heart of Sturgeon Bay which provides amazing shopping, dining, and entertainment options.
Birchwood Lodge, nestled in the heart of Sister Bay, is just footsteps from downtown. Fabulous shopping, dining, and all the essentials make this the ideal spot to stay.
Shoreline Resort, located on the top of the Peninsula, has stunning views of the Green Bay Waters and provides that seclusion you’re looking for.
Coachlite Inn is very centrally located between Sister Bay and Ephraim, making it minutes from every town. They have great packages starting at just $49 a night.
Scofield North in Baileys Harbor is situated along 300 feet of spectacular Lake Michigan shoreline. The historic Log Home or the Stone Cottage are available to skillfully blend history, nostalgia and romance in elegantly luxurious surroundings to create a one-of-a-kind Door County vacation.
Glidden Lodge Beach Resort’s Winter Specials
Staying at the Beach in Door County is Glorious in Every Season!A beautiful sunrise is free with every stay at the Glidden Lodge Beach Resort.The off-season at Glidden Lodge Beach Resort means season specials AND beautiful Lake Michigan sunrises. Check out these great off-season deals:
1) TRANQUIL SPA RETREAT
Oct. 19, 2012 through April 25, 2013 (excluding holiday periods)
Make time just for you with a special retreat from the ordinary. Saguaro’s Day Spa and Glidden Lodge Beach Resort have teamed up to deliver the most tranquil off-season package yet! Upon arrival you will be presented with a spa certificate (a $60 value) for your choice of massage, body wrap, manicure, pedicure, steam therapy, and much more!
After pampering yourself at the spa come back to Glidden Lodge and escape to a scenic suite overlooking Lake Michigan with in-room whirlpool and fireplace to help ease your cares away.
2) FAMILY AFFAIR
Oct. 19, 2012 through April 25, 2013 (excluding holiday periods)
Glidden Lodge Beach Resort is the perfect place for family bonding! In addition to our family-friendly amenities, you’ll be treated to unlimited movies and board games from our front desk, popcorn, and a 16” deluxe pizza with soda/juices delivered to your door. You’ll also be able to choose one of the following: a one-day family pass to the Maritime Museum, the YMCA, or the Door County State Parks.
3) CRAZY LITTLE THING CALLED LOVE
Oct. 19, 2012 through April 25, 2013 (excluding holiday periods)
Wine and roses await your arrival!! Whether it’s you and your honey, 2 couples, or your entire family, all sweethearts will enjoy the fabulous accommodations at Glidden Lodge Beach Resort. What could be more perfect to cap off this escape than a $40 dinner certificate to Donny’s Glidden Lodge Restaurant, voted by the readers of Door County Magazine as having the best setting in all of Door County? It’s right next door!
Since its inception in the late 1930s, the beauty and serenity of the Glidden Lodge Beach Resort site have made it a favorite place for lovers of all ages. Recently voted the “Most Romantic Place to Stay”.
4) WINE LOVERS PACKAGE
Sept. 4, 2012 through April 25, 2013 (excluding holiday periods)
Are you a wine connoisseur? Maybe just dreaming of becoming one? Well this package is for you! We have teamed up with some of the BEST wineries Door County has to offer! Upon check-in you will be given $50 worth of gift certificates to be used at one or more of the following: Door Penninsula Winery, Orchard Country Winery, Red Oak Winery and Simon Creek Winery. WOW what a line-up! Cheers.
5) GLIDDEN LODGE WINTER FLING
Treat yourself and come to Door County!! The Winter Fling is our longest-running and most popular package. Stay three nights for the price of two!!! It’s that simple. No schedules to meet with nothing but time to totally unwind.
Available when winter rates are in effect. Excludes holiday periods
6) WINTER WONDERLAND TROLLEY
Available Saturday mornings December through March(excluding holiday periods)
The heated “Old Time Trolley” will capture you for a five-hour winter adventure. Experience a sleigh ride (weather permitting), taste wines at a Door County winery, and enjoy a lunch at one of the Peninsula’s fine dining establishments. By booking at Glidden Lodge Beach Resort, you receive 2 complimentary tickets for this spectacular trolley outing.
Return to Glidden Lodge Beach Resort own winter wonderland with a walk of solitude on our silent roads as snowflakes fill the air. Watch the lake which never freezes, yet the ice piles up on the shore. Make angels and snowmen on our expansive front lawns.
Contact us today! Call 920-746-3900 or 866-454-3336. Or drop us an email at frontdesk@gliddenlodge.com
Jacksonport Thanksgiving Day Parade to Benefit Young Man
November 22nd will mark the 16th Annual Jacksonport Thanksgiving Day Parade. This quirky, eclectic parade was put in to motion by local northern Door County residents as a means of breaking up a long day of eating and provide a venue for helping neighbors in need.
The parade is built upon the theme of neighbors helping neighbors, raising money for community members in need. This year’s recipient is a 14 year old going through chemotherapy for a Germinoma brain tumor. Chris Lorona, a Gibraltar freshman, has had two surgeries already which removed approximately 70% of the tumor. The remaining 30% is now being treated with chemotherapy. Chris has two more rounds of chemo and then six weeks of radiation to follow. He will possibly have one more surgery after that. Chris and his parents, John and Amy Lorona, travel to Children’s Hospital in Milwaukee about every three weeks for the treatments. Chris’ upbeat attitude and dedication to keeping his grades above average illuminates the strength this young man shares with his friends, family and the community. Grey ribbons and wristbands are being distributed to support the Cure for Chris and brain tumor awareness cause.
Past parades have raised money for “Feed My People,” breast cancer research, a young mother with brain cancer, Go Bo, Randy Pluff and more. As long time parade organizer, Jeri Taylor, steps down, the Gibraltar Business Association for Youth (GBay/DECA) will take the reins to keep this wonderful tradition going. The high school business students are hosting a 52 card raffle to be held at JJ’s after the parade. Anyone wishing to donate for the raffle or the benefit in general can contact Mary Witteborg at 743-7216. Or contact any GBay/DECA member at Gibraltar High School.
Parade viewers can expect another interesting blend of assorted floats and characters mixed with our traditional honor guard, a Jacksonport fire truck, some horses and maybe even a camel. Word on the street is that Santa and Mrs. Clause will be there, too. The high noon parade will begin at the Jacksonport Fire Station; take a right on Highway 57 to Mike’s Port Pub where it will turn around and end at J.J.’s of Jacksonport. Anyone wishing to participate in the parade should be at the Jacksonport Fire Station by 11:15 am for staging, interviews and line-up.
For more information on parade participation, contact Sue or Joe Jarosh at 920-823-2288 or benefit contact Mary Witteborg at 743-7216.
Glidden Lodge Beach Resort in Door County is Calling!
A Door County beach catching its breath between fall and winter. What you are seeing is the expanse of a Door County beach from Whitefish Dunes State Park looking south 3.5 miles to Glidden Lodge Beach Resort.
This is a beach at rest between two seasons. At rest between a glorious, colorful fall and the moody landscape of winter.
At Glidden Lodge Beach Resort we help our guests enjoy our beach all year long no matter what the season. Each night you stay with us at the beach brings the gift of a Lake Michigan sunrise. And if you’ve not seen a Lake Michigan sunrise you are missing a breathtaking experience. Best of all, you can enjoy this gorgeous sunrise from the comfort of your waterfront suite. EVERY suite at Glidden Lodge features a front row seat to our version of “the morning show.”
Check out our season packages and make plans to spend the night at our Door County beach. Call us at 920-746-3900 or 866-GLIDDEN. Or drop us an email frontdesk@gliddenlodge.com. We promise you’ll be impressed.
Jack O Lantern Days Comes to Fish Creek October 25-28!
A hometown Halloween celebration is in store for Fish Creek’s annual Jack-O-Lantern Days, October 25-28. The fun-filled weekend highlights mask making for kids, pumpkin carvings, a Halloween parade, trick-or-treating, and costume parties for both kids and adults.
Kids can jump start the weekend Thursday with the Halloween Hoedown at the Northern Door YMCA from 4-7pm. Adults we haven’t forgotten you! On Thursday night get your creative juices flowing with pumpkin carving at Bayside Tavern starting at 9pm.
Friday and Saturday, Hands on Art Studio will host their second annual Jack O’ Lantern Blaze, a free pumpkin carving event for kids and adults, ending with a lighting ceremony at 5:30 pm on Saturday.
On Saturday we have many events going on. Choose one or all. From 9am-12pm, kids can gear up for the parade by making their own mask at Peninsula School of Art, free of charge. Families can also swing by the Old Town Hall from 1-5pm for a goodie bag and a Kid’s Halloween Celebration and don’t forget to stop out at the Gibraltar Fire Station for their Open house from 10am-2pm.
All those in costume are welcome to participate in the Haunting Halloween Parade down Main Street. Participating floats, cars, walkers, adults, kids, and even pets are encouraged to participate. The Parade starts at 3pm, with line up for the Parade at 2:30 outside Fish Creek’s Information Center/ Post Office.
Little ghosts and goblins will then hit the streets for town-wide trick-or-treating from 3-5pm; where Fish Creek businesses will be stocked with candy and sweet treats for the little ones.
As the moon rises, mummies and witches will creep into Bayside Tavern for their infamous Costume Party and Contest – a Fish Creek Halloween tradition that continues to draw a festive crowd.
Door County Trolley offers their popular Ghost Tours both Friday and Saturday nights.
For more information, stop in or call the Fish Creek Information Center. (920) 868-2316. 4097 Hwy. 42, Fish Creek. Or visit www.VisitFishCreek.com.
Fish Creek Civic Association
(608)317-8555
Last Minute Rooms for Fall Fest in Door County This Weekend!
As Sister Bay gears up for another Fall Festival, we look forward to the weekend’s activities. The Schedule of Events is jam packed for the “Granddaddy” of all Door County Festivals. Be sure to check out all the live music, fish boil, Classic Auto Show, mechanical bull, Annual Parade and much more. Fall Fest is just days away so make your reservations now!
One of the highlights of Fall Fest is the music. The streets of Sister Bay become a stage as all types of music can be heard. The live music is listed in the schedule below so be sure to check it out.
If you are here with children, they will have just as much fun as the adults. Fall Festival is fun for the whole family. The Parade on Saturday is amusing for even the youngest children. A dog show will be held at the Downtown Park. There are games and blow up toys at the new waterfront park and the adjacent lot across the street. Let’s not forget the famous ping pong ball drop that thrills every child in Sister Bay. Watch as your kids scramble to get the little white balls falling all around them. Your fall fest experience is not complete without catching one of these! If you have never attended one of these events, the idea is to grab as many balls as you can. Some have things written on them, some are blank. If you’re lucky enough to get one with a local business name on it, bring it there to redeem them for various prizes.
Fall Fest would not be what it is without the food! Vendors will be set up along Hwy 42/57 offering a sampling of all that Sister Bay has to offer. Be sure to check out the brand new Sloppy Joe Eating Contest on the new porch at Sister Bay Bowl at 11am on Sunday.
If you are looking for arts & crafts, this is the last weekend of the year you can find them. A side street has been turned into a collection of tents to please every shopper’s dreams. Artisans from all over the state bring their goods for one last chance to give you that perfect gift or decoration.
67th annual Sister Bay Fall Fest Schedule
FREE WIFI through Fall Fest grounds all weekend ~ Log in @ INFORMATION tent on Mill Road
PACKER Ticket Raffle ~ Portion of proceeds donated to GO BO fund ~ Tickets @ INFORMATION tent – Sponsored by Frontier Communications
Helicopter rides all weekend – buy tickets @ tent along highway
Friday, October 12:
9am-5pm: Classic Auto Show – West side of Mill Road – Sponsored by Sister Bay Lions Club
10am-5pm: Arts & Crafts Show – Mill Road – Sponsored by the Sister Bay Advancement Association
10am-5pm: Food & Drinks – Various places in Village
4-8pm: Music @ Husby’s: Modern Day Drifters
5-8 pm: Fish Boil – Fire Station on Mill Road – Sponsored by Sister Bay Lions Club
6-8pm: Music @ Grasse’s Grill: Fairland Bluegrass Band
10pm-close: Music @ Husby’s: Muddy Udders
Saturday, October 13:
7am-11am: Pancake Breakfast – Village Hall – Sponsored by Kiwanis Club of Northern Door
9am-5pm: Food & Drinks – Various places in Village
9am-5pm: Classic Auto Show – West side of Mill Road – Sponsored by Sister Bay Lions Club
9am-5pm: Mechanical Bull @ Sister Bay Bowl
9am-4pm: Inflatable Games/Bouncers, Bungee Jumping & More – Across the street from Al Johnson’s (weather permitting)
10am-5pm: Arts & Crafts Show – Mill Road – Sponsored by the Sister Bay Advancement Association
11am: Parade – Bay Shore Drive, Downtown
Parade Marshal – Volunteer of the Year
11:45am-3pm: Music next to Al Johnson’s: Whiskey Ditch w/ special guests Mullet Hunters
12:30-4:30: Music on Husby’s/Sister Bay Bowl Stage: Hoi Polloi
12:30-4:30: Music @ Grasse’s Grill: Bacchus Lotus
1-3pm: Children’s Entertainer/Musician Randy Peterson – Gazebo by Village Hall
1pm: Dog Show – Proceeds go to Door County Humane Society
3 pm: Hat Contest on the Husby’s/Sister Bay Bowl stage
7-10pm: Music @ Grasse’s Grill: Marybeth Mattson & the Raddatz Boys
9pm-1am: Music @ Husby’s: Hoi Polloi
9:30pm-Close: Music @ Sister Bay Bowl: The Nicks
Sunday, October 14:
9am-2pm: Classic Auto Show – West side of Mill Road – Sponsored by Sister Bay Lions Club
10am-4pm: Food & Drinks – Various places in Village
10am-4pm: Arts & Crafts Show – Mill Road – Sponsored by the Sister Bay Advancement Association
10am-4pm: Inflatable Games/Bouncers, Bungee Jumping & More – Across the street from Al Johnson’s (weather permitting)
11am-2pm: Pumpkin Bowling – on grass hill next to Sister Bay Bowl
11am-3:30pm: Music @ Grasse’s Grill: Elastik Waste Banned
11:30am: Sloppy Joe Eating Contest – Sign up @ Bowl
12-4pm: Music between Husby’s/Sister Bay Bowl: Unity
Noon-3:30pm: Polka Man Dale with Bellows & Strings – near Village Hall
2pm: Ping Pong Ball Drop
If you are looking for a room, you are in the right place. Check out these last minute rooms from our members!
Glidden Lodge Beach Resort has one 2 bedroom condo available for $295/night for the weekend with a two night minimum. This resort is found south of Jacksonport on the beach.
Country House Resort has a suite available for Friday night and a single queen room available for Saturday and Sunday nights at this adult retreat located on the water just south of Sister Bay.
Birchwood Lodge has openings for the weekend with a three night minimum. The Lodge is very centrally located near downtown Sister Bay.
Pine Grove still has all types of rooms available. They are located in Ephraim and asking for a three night minimum.
Nordic Lodge located at the north end of Ephraim’s art district has several rooms available. They have 2 double beds for Fri. & Sat. They also have a room for Sat. only, first floor – 2 double beds, and also Sat. only on 2nd floor with a king size bed.
Baileys Harbor Lakeview Suites is located on Kangaroo Lake in Baileys Harbor. They have one suite left for this weekend.
Beachfront Inn is a pet friendly hotel on the shores of Lake Michigan in Baileys Harbor. They have a motel room for Friday night only or condos available for Fri and Saturday nights.
Shallows Resort on the water south of Egg Harbor has a 2 bedroom Beach House with a two night minimum, or a Beach House available with a Saturday arrival, and the three bedroom West Ridge Private Home available with a three night minimum this weekend.
Settlement Courtyard Inn has suites available. Located just outside bustling Fish Creek, this is a great spot to begin any adventure.
Shoreline Resort, located on the top of the Peninsula has stunning views of the Green Bay Waters. Onsite Marina and water view rooms are still available for this weekend.
Coachlite Inn has rooms available for Thursday and Sunday at this conveniently located Inn between Sister Bay and Ephraim.
Ridges Inn lies quietly just minutes outside of Baileys Harbor adjacent to the Ridges Sanctuary in the heart of Door County.
Applecreek Resort at the top of the hill in Fish Creek hasseveral options available. They have a queen suite with a whirlpool & fireplace, a queen suite with sofa sleeper, a small economy room and a 1-3 bedroom vacation home with a wood burning fireplace, full kitchen, patio with grill and fire pit, which is located about 3 miles from the resort. All include use of our indoor pool & whirlpool plus discount coupons from popular restaurants & shops plus a $5.00 gift card from Curt’s Oilerie & Spice Co.
The Ashbrooke in the heart of Egg Harbor has two rooms available for two-adults with a three-night minimum stay. A Whirlpool room with king bed – $209 per night, plus tax or a Whirlpool Room with king bed and fireplace – $229 per night, plus tax.
Spend Columbus Day in Door County at Pumpkin Patch Festival in Door County!
Pumpkin Patch Festival in Egg Harbor is Door County’s celebration of all things fall. Come out to take in all the family fun including arts & crafts, food, carnival rides, inflatable bouncers and much more.
Scarecrows & Pumpkin Displays are just some of the sights to be seen during this two day family friendly festival with face painting, storytelling, and a magician. Make sure to check out Modern Day Drifters and the Mango Brothers on Saturday or Mighty Mouth and Big Mouth and the Power Tool Horns rocking out on the main stage Sunday.
| Saturday, October 6 | |
| 9am-4:30pm | Silent Auction |
| 10am-2pm | Modern Day Drifters |
| 10am-4pm | Carnival Rides |
| Face Painting | |
| 10am-5pm | Juried Arts & Crafts Vendors at Baylake Bank |
| 11am-1pm | Children’s Musician Randy Peterson |
| Roaming Magician Mike Schroeder | |
| 1pm-4pm | Storyteller Carol Johnson |
| 2pm-5:30pm | Mango Brothers | Jimmy Buffet Tribute |
| Sunday, October 7 | |
| 10am-1:15pm | Mighty Mouth | Rock & Blues |
| 10am-4pm | Carnival Rides |
| Face Painting | |
| 10am-5pm | Juried Arts & Crafts Vendors at Baylake Bank |
| 12pm-3pm | Storyteller Carol Johnson |
| 1:30pm-4:30pm | Big Mouth & The Power Tool Horns | Rock & Blues |
| 3pm | Door County Maritime Museum Canoe Raffle Drawing Winner Announced |
If you are looking for a place to stay but don’t want to check a hundred websites, you’re in the right place. We have the most current Last Minute Room Availabilities right here. When booking, don’t forget to mention Door County Lodging!
Birchwood Lodge has openings all weekend long. It is very centrally located near downtown Sister Bay. They are requiring a three night minimum.
Country House Resort has rooms available at this adult retreat located on the water just south of Sister Bay. They have rooms open for Friday and Sunday nights.
Pine Grove Resort still has rooms available for Thursday and Friday nights. They are located in the heart of Ephraim.
White Lace Inn is a quaint B&B in the heart of Sturgeon Bay. They have two suites available for this weekend.
Ephraim Guest House two-bedroom suites available with a three night minimum in a relaxing, beautifully landscaped setting, just a half-block from the sparkling waters of Eagle Harbor.
Nordic Lodge located at the north end of Ephraim’s art district has rooms available with a three night minimum. Choose from one king bed suite with queen pull out couch, full kitchen and dining room or a double bed suite.
Scandinavian Lodge located in the heart of Sister Bay has both Studios and Two bedroom condos available for the weekend with a three night minimum.
Ridges Inn lies quietly just minutes outside of Baileys Harbor adjacent to the Ridges Sanctuary in the heart of Door County. They have open rooms and are requiring a three night minimum.
Door County Lighthouse Inn is a quaint B&B located in the downtown Egg Harbor, within pleasant walking distance from unique shops, 5-star restaurants and the new marina. They have a 3 bedroom house sleeping 8 or we have our Off the Beaten Path units. Both building are bring your own linens.and have a 3 night minimum.
Escape to Door County for Labor Day Weekend!
Labor Day is one of the last weekends of the Summer Season. Why not make time to get away from it all for that final summer vacation? Door County is offering tons of activities for all ages. Marina Fest and the YMCA Labor Day Run are just some of the great things going on.
Marina Fest is coming! Sister Bay’s new waterfront park opens up for a weekend of activities on Saturday. Live music includes Replica and River City Six…. Food & Beverages will be available from numerous food stands. An “All you can eat Great American Pancake Show & Breakfast” begins at 8am. The Sister Bay/Liberty Grove Library is hosting its annual used book sale.
Make sure you catch one of the many events such as the Wooden Boat Show, Classic “Woody” Car display, Horse and Wagon Rides, and Coast Guard displays taking place in the downtown area throughout the day. Raffle tickets will be available all day and the drawing for Grand Prize will be at 8pm. The Viking Ship has become the iconic symbol of Marina Fest. Get your pictures taken in front of the replica that represents Door County’s Norwegian heritage. The Waterboard Warriors will be showing off their talents on the waterfront throughout the afternoon. At dusk, a boat parade kicks off with boats vying for prizes like “Best in Show” and a fireworks show at 8:30pm. After the fireworks, dance the night away to live music at the village dance.
If you are looking for some physical activity, grab your family and head out early on Saturday for the Annual Door County YMCA Labor Day Run.The Duathalon starts at 8am, the 5k run at 9:45am and the kids run at 10am. This event includes a 5k run, a youth 1/2 mile fun run and for the third year in a row, a Duathalon with a 2 mile run/12 mile bike/2 mile run. There will be door Prizes, free use of the Aquatic Center, refreshments and family fun for everyone. All who pre-register will receive a t-shirt and awards will be given to the top three finishers in each age group and all the participants of the 1/2 mile youth fun run.
If you are looking for a place to stay but don’t want to check a hundred websites, you’re in the right place. We have the most current Last Minute Room Availabilities right here. When booking, don’t forget to mention Door County Lodging!
Birchwood Lodge has openings in their Premier Suites (standard rooms) for Friday, Saturday and Sunday openings…..some single nights available. The Lodge is very centrally located near downtown Sister Bay.
Beachfront Inn is a pet friendly hotel on the shores of Lake Michigan in Baileys Harbor. They have condo suites for $200 a night and one lakefront King Room for Sunday night only.
Coachlite Inn has rooms available in this conveniently located Inn between Sister Bay and Ephraim. There 3 night minimum stay for stays that include Saturday, September 1st. Rooms that are currently open for 3 or more days that include Saturday are: 5 ‘classic’ rooms at $109 per night plus tax based on double occupancy – most with 2 double beds, a few with queens. And our Kitchenette Suite @$159 per night plus tax.
The Kitchenette Suite has 1 Queen bed and a Queen size flexsteel sleeper sofa, a double hot tub, flat panel tv with dvd, a kitchenette and sitting area with a fireplace. They also have one of our Queen Suites @ $149 per night plus tax – a good opportunity for our Romance Package!
The Queen Suite has 1 Queen bed, a sofa or a sleeper sofa, a fireplace, flat panel tv with dvd, and a double whirlpool hot tub. Information on our Romance Package can be found at www.coachliteinn.com.
It is a two night stay which includes a beautiful flower arrangement, a specialty gift basket (wine and cheese) as well as a $60 certificate for a gourmet meal at one of Sister Bay’s finest restaurants—The Inn at Kristofers, The Mission Grill, or The English Inn of Fish Creek. For a queen suite with the Romance Package on this weekend, it is $409 plus tax. Other room options are available for this package as well.
Nordic Lodge located at the north end of Ephraim has availability for Labor Day. We have rooms with 2 dbl. beds or king size beds. We offer an indoor pool & whirlpool, light continental breakfast, wi-fi and cable. Each room has a refrigerator & coffee pot.
Country House Resort is an adult retreat located on the water just south of Sister Bay. They have a 3 night minimum for 3 second floor king suites which have 2 bedrooms with king beds, 2 full bathrooms, a greatroom with 2 person whirlpool, gas fireplace, dining and entertainment area and private balcony overlooking the bay, fountains and gardens. Many times these units are rented by two couples or by one couple that want both a water view bedroom and a water view great room.
The daily rate for two people is $274; each additional person is $25. These are our high end. More details on these units can be found on our web site.
Scandinavian Lodge located in the heart of Sister Bay has Friday and Sunday nights available. If you are looking to be in the heart of the festivities, this is the place for you.
Eagle Harbor Inn has rooms available with a 3 night minimum. They are located near the water in Ephraim.
Applecreek Resort at the top of the hill in Fish Creek has a suite with whirlpool & fireplace, a balcony room and an economy queen room, 2 & 3 night packages. Call for package rates 800-569-0059 or 920-868-3525 All packages include discount coupons from popluar restaurants and shops, plus $5.00 gift card from Curts Oilerie. We feature a indoor pool & whirlpool, across from shops and by Peninsula State Park.
Pine Grove has all types of rooms available. They have Queen Front Water View rooms at 155.00 a night, 2 Queen Middle Water View rooms at 145.00 a night, 1 Queen Back Water View at 135.00 a night, 1 king Front Water View for Friday night at 170.00 a night, 2 Queen Back Water View at 135.00 a night and 1 Queen Woods View at 114.00 a night.
Settlement Courtyard Inn has suites available. Located just outside bustling Fish Creek, this is a great spot to begin any adventure.
Great Last Minute Rooms for Independence Day in Door County!
Door County is buzzing with activities as spring eases into summer. The first official weekend of our summer season is 4th of July. Both visitors and locals flock to towns around the peninsula for the Independence Day festivities which include fireworks, parades, arts & crafts fairs.
Baileys Harbor boasts one of the best parties of the summer with live bands, a parade, arts & crafts show and a fireworks show the town saves for all year. The parade starts at 10 am and includes the Scottie dog rally, old cars and tons of floats. Fireworks will start at dusk and can be seen from anywhere in the harbor.
Egg Harbor celebrates the holiday early with food and refreshments starting at 3pm, live music starting at 5pm & fireworks on Saturday. The parade is held on Sunday at 1pm and the Annual Hot Dog Eating Contest will be starting at 2:30pm
Gills Rock starts its party off at 5pm with live music and food. At 6:30pm, a boat regatta starts and leads into the fireworks display at dusk. The best seating is around the Shoreline restaurant and surrounding docks.
Fish Creek hosts the annual 5K Hairpin Run/Walk on the 4th. It starts at 8 am at the Fish Creek Town Hall. To get registered, visit www.hairpinrun.com. All proceeds go to Gibraltar Area School to enrich art & environmental programs for the students. Downtown at Clark Park, a Venetian boat parade will be held at dusk followed fireworks over the bay.
Ephraim celebrates with the Family Regatta/Flying Scot Saturday Series Race all weekend long. This fun event starts at 10am on Saturday and is fun for everyone to watch the boats sail around Eagle Harbor.
Jacksonport is home to Art on the Quiet Side. Set at Lakeside Park, there will be an arts & crafts fair, refreshments and family fun during the day.
Sturgeon Bay has a ton of activities to do. Festivities start at 7pm with music, food & beverages, an old-fashioned ice cream social. Peninsula Symphonic Band starts at 8pm and fireworks close out the night at dusk. Chicago Fireboat Cruises provide a water view seat of the fireworks. The cruise starts at 8:30 pm and lasts until the fireworks end, this is a great way to take in the show.
Washington Island lights off fireworks from the ball park after a day filled with a pancake breakfast, fish boil and homecoming picnic.
If you are looking for a place to stay but don’t want to check a hundred websites, you’re in the right place. We have the most current Last Minute Room Availabilities right here. When booking, don’t forget to mention Door County Lodging!
- Coachlite Inn has rooms available for the week. This resort is located between Sister Bay and Ephraim.
- Baileys Harbor Ridges Resort just outside Baileys Harbor has rooms available. The Resort is within walking distance of all of Baileys Harbor’s festivities! UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT!!!
- Shoreline Resort, located on the top of the Peninsula has stunning views of the Green Bay Waters. Onsite Marina and water view rooms are still available for the holiday. Best of all, Guests can enjoy the Gills Rock fireworks right from the patios and balconies of their rooms!
- Glidden Lodge Beach Resort has 1 and 2 bedroom condos available. The two bedroom condo is available from June 29th to July 2nd. The one bedroom condos are available for July 1st to the 3rd or 4th. This resort is found south of Jacksonport on the beach.
- Open Hearth Lodge at the bottom of Little Sister Hill has availabilities for both this weekend through the 4th.
- Pine Grove Resort in the heart of Ephraim has rooms available.
- Country House Resort has openings at this adult retreat located on the water just south of Sister Bay.
- Ashbrooke in Egg Harbor has a Grande Suites with king bed open for this weekend at $179 per night, plus tax for two adults. Next week, they have a few rooms and suites still available with a two-night minimum with rates starting at $192 per night, plus tax for two adults.
- Eagle Harbor Inn has a few openings this weekend. Next week, they have rooms available with a two night minimum over the holiday. They are located near the water in Ephraim.
- Shallows Resort on the water south of Egg Harbor has the Beach House available for the single night of Friday, June 29. The Gatehouse suite is open for July 3rd & 4th. The Woodview Motel Room is available for the single night of July 4th. For next weekend, we have the single night of July 6th available in our Gatehouse suite.
- Stone Harbor Resortlocated on the canal in Sturgeon Bay has rooms available with no night minimum.
- Birchwood Lodge has a Premier Suites (basic expanded studio suite) available and a Grand One Bedroom Suite available for the July 4th with no night minimum. It is very centrally located near downtown Sister Bay.
- Bay Shore Inn on the shores of Green Bay waters is located minutes from Sturgeon Bay. There are many activities to choose from both on the property and in town. They have a few suites left for the week of July 4th.
- Applecreek Resort at the top of the hill in Fish Creek has King and Queen Whirlpool Suites, Double Queen Balcony, Single Queens, and Standard Queens. Weekday prices starting at $79.
- Ephraim Guest House has open rooms centrally located in Ephraim.
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