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Winter in Door County – Sturgeon Bay’s Fire & Ice Festival in February

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Every year Door County’s Sturgeon Bay embraces the winter season with the fire and ice festival which takes place in mid-February. It brings together artistry, the downtown area, and the heart of winter. IN 2026 the festival takes place Friday February 13 to Saturday February 14. The Fire & Ice Festival is the perfect winter tradition that transforms a brisk February weekend into a magical experience of glowing lights, ice sculptures, community events, and evening festivities. From family-friendly activities to elegant nights out, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Door County Luminary Lit Hike The festival begins on Friday, February 13, with a luminary-lit hike at Crossroads at Big Creek…

Christkindlmarkt Christmas Festival in Door County, WI

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There is no doubt the height of the tourist season in Door County, Wisconsin is summer. It’s definitely a great time to visit, but Door County isn’t just a great place for a summer getaway. Each season has something to offer visitors and for many people smaller crowds is a bonus especially if you’ve found the crowds of holiday festivities in larger cities overwhelming. The holiday season around Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Eve sees many repeat visitors. Whether spending the holiday in Door County or taking a getaway vacation and enjoying the local holiday festivities you can’t go wrong. The European style Christmas Market called Christkindlmarkt is one of…

Sailing Through Time: Tall Ships in Door County, Wisconsin

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Tall Ships Twilight Sail in Sturgeon Bay's Door County, Wisconsin Maritime History

Door County is a peninsula that is tucked against the rugged bluffs of the Niagara Escarpment along the shores of Lake Michigan and the bay of Green Bay. You might know it as a tourist destination, but it also has a long and storied maritime history. One of the most iconic symbols of that history is the tall ship – the majestic, towering vessels that once ruled the Great Lakes. Door County, a Tall Ship Gateway In 1851 the County of Door was established by the local population whose trades predominately included fishing the local waters and harvesting timber. The peninsula’s strategic location also made it an essential stop for…

Holiday Cheer and Merry Time Christmas Festival in Door County, WI

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Merry-Time Festival at Door County Maritime Museum and John Purves Tug Boat Lit Up

Looking for some holiday cheer? The Door County Maritime Museum has their annual Merry Time Festival of Trees going on from November 12, 2022 to January 1, 2023 with the Jingle Mixer going on Tuesday December 13, 2022. The festival includes visits with Santa, activities for children, and the lighting of the John Purves tug boat. Enjoy the holiday décor at the museum with decorated trees, decorative displays, wreaths, and donated gifts. Plus enter the raffle for your chance to win one of the displays. Visit the Door County Maritime Museum website for more information. Glidden Lodge Beach Resort is just a 12 mile drive from the Maritime Museum. Book…

Cross Country Skiing at Door County Hotel and Resort Glidden Lodge Near Sturgeon Bay, WI

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There is something magical about winter in Door County, Wisconsin. Fresh snow sparkling in the sunshine with beautiful blue skies to contrast. Unique looking ice shoves from Lake Michigan decorate the shoreline. Icicles at Cave Point County Park take over the rocky formations of the Niagara Escarpment. The natural beauty of Door County shines through even in the winter season and there are less visitors and crowds to contend with. While some shops and restaurants may be open seasonally there is still plenty of places open year-round to enjoy a getaway at our Door County resort. Glidden Lodge Beach Resort and hotel is a short drive from downtown Sturgeon Bay,…

Sturgeon Bay Harvest Fest and Street Art Auction

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Glidden Lodge Beach Resort has an ideal location for a hotel in Door County, Wisconsin. It is located in a quiet area on the Lake Michigan beach surrounded by the beautiful Door County woods. Sturgeon Bay, Door County’s largest city, is centrally located on the peninsula and it’s less than a twenty-minute drive from Glidden Lodge Beach Resort. Sturgeon Bay also has a slew of restaurants, events, and festivals to entertain residents and visitors alike. One such event coming up on September 18, 2021 is the Harvest Fest and Street Art Auction. The city is holding the Harvest Fest and Street Art Auction to celebrate 21 years of public art…

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