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

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

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…

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Christkindlmarkt Christmas Festival in Door County, WI

European Style Christkindlmarkt Christmas Festival in Door County, Wisconsin

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…

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

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…

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Sturgeon Bay Harvest Fest and Street Art Auction

Sturgeon Bay Harvest Fest and Street Art Auction in Door County, WI

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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Door County Maritime Week

Door County Maritime Week

Wednesday August 4, 2021 is the start of Maritime week in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. Maritime week focuses on Sturgeon Bay’s local maritime heritage as well as honoring local coast guard personal. A variety of activities and tours are happening during from August 4th to August 15th. Sturgeon Bay’s Maritime Week coincides with the U.S. Coast Guard’s 231st Birthday on August 4th and festivities begin the following day on August 5th with a golf outing at Idlewild golf course. In addition there will be tours of the Coast Guard Cutter Mobile Bay, a picnic, a concert, a classic and wooden boat festival, a Bloody Mary Social, and more. Maritime week is…

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Door County’s Favorite Naturalist: Carolyn Rock announces late winter events at Whitefish Dunes

Door County’s Whitefish Dunes State Park’s Carolyn Rock has published the February and March events page and we at Glidden Lodge are eager to share it! The park is just a 3.5 mile hike from our beachfront resort and we think this is a great way to get some fresh air during our late winter months. Ready for an outdoor adventure? Here goes: Whitefish Dunes State Park Naturalist Events Saturday, February 21 Discover Snowshoeing. Learn to “float on snow” and be active this winter. Follow the naturalist on a fun exploration hike. Bring your own snowshoe or borrow from the park’s limited supply. Instructions provided. Dress for the weather. Meet…

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