Starting with Christmas by the Bay Nov. 18th, Sturgeon Bay has several fun events lined up to help you celebrate the holiday season Door County style.
Holiday shopping without the crowds—Discover one of a kind treasures in our charming specialty shops. Our three distinct shopping districts offer a variety of home accents, fine art, and holiday gift & decorative selections. Don’t miss our holiday specials!
Culinary delights in a peaceful setting—Our unique restaurants offer culinary delights for every palate, offering a variety of cuisines. Stop by one of our quaint cafes to warm up with a cup of hot cider or spirit and a delectable dessert.
Join us for any or all of our holiday events and help us celebrate the season!
Weekend Events for November 18-20, 2011
Christmas Tree Lighting
Nov. 18th 7pm (music 6pm-8pm)
Help us kick off the holiday season with the tree lighting ceremony and music by Randi Fay at the Clock Tower on Third Avenue. From 6-8pm, enjoy wagon-rides and music, kids can mail their letters to Santa and the shops celebrate the season with special events!
Christmas by the Bay Holiday Stroll
Friday thru Sunday, Nov. 18-19th
The Jefferson Street Shops invite you to visit their charming boutiques to discover this year’s magical offerings…from personalized gifts to dazzling attire to magical holiday décor. Enter to win a holiday gift basket valued over $500!
Holiday Ornament Showcase
Friday thru Sunday, Nov.18th—Dec. 11th
View and bid on a variety of unique, one of a kind ornaments created by local artisans for this special Silent Auction for the holiday season at the Maritime Museum. Bidding concludes on December 14th.
Hay Wagon Rides
Nov. 18th, 6pm-8pm & Nov. 19th, noon-2pm
Enjoy a FREE horse-drawn wagon ride with various stops in Sturgeon Bay.
Saturday Nov 19th Activities:
Christmas by the Bay Parade
Nov. 19th,10am
Catch some sweet treats as Santa arrives in Sturgeon Bay! Also featuring the Sturgeon Bay High School Band and many other fabulous local floats! The festive procession starts at Sawyer Park to Madison Ave to the new bridge, across to Third Ave, then proceeds to Jefferson Street.
Santa and his Reindeer
Door County Historical Museum, Nov. 19th (After parade) 11am-3pm
Don’t miss a visit with Santa and his reindeer and be sure to bring your camera! PLUS Randy Peterson singing and making everyone merry!
Hay Wagon Rides
Nov. 18th, 6pm-8pm & Nov. 19th, noon-2pm
Enjoy a FREE horse-drawn wagon ride with various stops in Sturgeon Bay.
Trolley Rides
Nov. 19th 11am-3pm
Enjoy a FREE trolley ride with various stops in Sturgeon Bay.
Holiday Sing Along White Lace Inn
Nov. 19th 3:30pm-5pm.
Enjoy the sounds of the season with Holly Feldman. All are welcome to listen or join together in song! For more information call 743.1760.
Sunday Nov 20th Activities:
Breakfast Buffet with Santa
Nov. 20th 9:30am-noon
Have a special meal and enjoy Santa’s company at Stone Harbor Resort! For reservations call 746.9004.
Christmas Folk Art Fair
Nov. 20th 9am-3pm, Sturgeon Bay YMCA.
Browse thru displays of fine art, bid on silent auction items and enjoy a fabulous spread of food including baked goods, soups, sandwiches and more while supporting YMCA Youth in Government program. For additional information call 743.4949.
Weekend Events for November 25-27, 2011
Holiday Kick Off– West Side Business
District Kick off the season with some great holiday tips; learn about wine & food pairings, seasonal home decorating and about winter sports to enjoy over your holidays.
Saturday November 26th Activities:
Small Business Saturday
Nov. 26th
This November 26 is a big day for local small businesses. It’s the second annual Small Business Saturday®, when people across the country come out and shop to support their favorite local businesses.
Door County Trolley Inc:
Sat Nov. 26th, Dec. 3rd, Dec. 10th, Dec. 17th 11am-3pm.
Enjoy a FREE trolley rides with various stops in Sturgeon Bay. Sponsored by Sturgeon Bay Visitor Center and local businesses.
Weekend Events for December 2-4, 2011
Red Hot Holly Dot Sale
Jefferson Street Shops Dec. 2nd-4th
Check out savings of 10% to 40% off one item of your choice at participating stores. Draw your Red Hot Dot to discover your discount in each store! Enjoy great holiday shopping and savings thru Sunday.
West Side Business District
Enjoy holiday shopping on the West Side; bake sales, wine tasting, free gift wrapping. Register for Give-Aways at participating shops.
Saturday, December 3rd Activities
Book Sale
Sturgeon Bay Library Dec. 3rd
From 9:30-12:30, browse the gently used hard cover books, paperback books and children’s books for your holiday and winter reading pleasure!
Angel Ball
Stone Harbor Resort Dec. 3rd
Dinner, dance and silent auction sponsored by the Ministry Door County Medical Center Auxiliary, to benefit the scholarship fund; ticket information—746.1071.
Door CANcer Holiday House Walk
Dec. 3rd 10am-4pm
Tour five Sturgeon Bay homes decorated for the holidays. Ticket information—743.8492 or 823.2433.
Door County Trolley Inc:
Sat Nov. 26th, Dec. 3rd, Dec. 10th, Dec. 17th 11am-3pm.
Enjoy a FREE trolley rides with various stops in Sturgeon Bay. Sponsored by Sturgeon Bay Visitor Center and local businesses.
Sunday Dec 4th Activities:
Bed & Breakfast Christmas Walk
Dec. 4th, 1:30pm-5pm
Visit Sturgeon Bay’s historic Inns and B&B’s beautifully decorated for this magical time of the year. Ticket information—743.4200. Participating inns include: White Lace Inn, Reynolds House, Chanticleer, Sawyer House, Inn at Cedar Crossing and Colonial Gardens. Proceeds go to United Way of Door County.
Holiday Tea
Dec. 4th, 11th, & 18th 2pm-4pm
Spend pre-holiday Sunday afternoons at the Inn for a break in your holiday shopping to enjoy a flavorful tea, a variety of treats and holiday music. Call for more information 920.743.4200.
Events for December 5-11, 2011
Carlsville: Holiday Open House
Dec. 8th
Celebrate the season with specials throughout Carlsville! Participating businesses are: Door County Coffee, Pet Expression & Door County General Store, Schopf’s Dairy View Country Store, Door Peninsula Winery.
Third Avenue Playhouse For Kids by Kids presents “Best Christmas Pageant Ever”
Dec. 8th-11th
A holiday favorite for children and grown-ups alike! Thursday 7:30pm, Saturday & Sunday at 2pm. Ticket Information—743.1760.
Santa on the Tug Boat
Dec. 10th, 10am-1pm
Sponsored by the Maritime Museum– will arrive by boat with visits planned on the tug John Purves from 10 to 1pm for more info call 743.5958.
Door County Trolley Inc:
Sat Nov. 26th, Dec. 3rd, Dec. 10th, Dec. 17th 11am-3pm.
Enjoy a FREE trolley rides with various stops in Sturgeon Bay. Sponsored by Sturgeon Bay Visitor Center and local businesses.
Additional Holiday Events
Inn at Cedar Crossing: Gingerbread House Class
Dec. 3rd, 10th & 17th 2pm-4pm
Everyone will complete one gingerbread house to take home $10.00. Advance registration requested. Call for more information 920.743.4200.
Holiday Tea
Dec. 4th, 11th, & 18th 2pm-4pm
Spend pre-holiday Sunday afternoons at the Inn for a break in your holiday shopping to enjoy a flavorful tea, a variety of treats and holiday music. Call for more information 920.743.4200.
Third Avenue Playhouse: “The Hagen Family Christmas Show”
Dec. 17th at 7:30pm
The traditional holiday concert of music and merriment Washington Island style! Tickets– 920.743.1760.
Jingle your way through Sturgeon Bay and add some Moo-La-La to your Fa-La-La!
Dec. 12th-23rd, Participating Businesses
It pays to shop locally during the holiday season with 12 days of giveaways and the chance to win the GRAND prize of $1,000 in shopping certificates. Just register at one of the Moo-La-La participating businesses and be eligible for daily prizes as well as the grand PRIZE!! Look for the signage at sponsors– then jingle your way thru Sturgeon Bay!
Carlsville: Holiday Open House
Dec. 8th
Celebrate the season with specials throughout Carlsville! Participating businesses are: Door County Coffee, Pet Expression & Door County General Store, Schopf’s Dairy View Country Store, Door Peninsula Winery.
Door County Trolley Inc:
Sat Nov. 26th, Dec. 3rd, Dec. 10th, Dec. 17th 11am-3pm.
Enjoy a FREE trolley rides with various stops in Sturgeon Bay. Sponsored by Sturgeon Bay Visitor Center and local businesses.
Upcoming Events
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26-27Sturgeon Bay Fine Art Fair
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Feb
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Stroll around town and watch iceblocks turn into art!!! Fantastic Food, a dazzling Silent Auction, Icy Adornments and Fiery Hot… -
Mar
17St. Patrick’s Day Parade
The annual St. Patrick's Day Parade, and "greening" of O'Sturgeon Bay, takes place Saturday, March 17th at 11:00 a.m. -
Apr
26-29Groovin’ Sisterhood Weekend
Sturgeon Bay Welcomes You! Experience a friendly atmosphere, great shops, unique restaurants, and cozy lodging! Come celebrate with other women… -
May
26-27Sturgeon Bay Fine Art Fair
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4Sturgeon Bay Celebrates!
Always on the actual Fourth of July, Sturgeon Bay Celebrates is Door County’s most grand display of fireworks.
