The Door County Spring Lighthouse Festival is your chance to see all 11 historic lighthouses during Door County’s glorious Spring season! Take a tour by air, boat, or self-guided driving. This event gives visitors access to lighthouses not typically open to the public, including Chambers Island and Plum Island. Make your reservations early – most tours sell out.

The Door County Lighthouse Festival is offered in both the Fall and the Spring.

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Lodging for the Door County Spring Lighthouse Festival

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Door County Spring Lighthouse Festival Schedule

From the Door County Maritime Museum: These are the Participating Locations, with their open hours.

• *Door County Maritime Museum, Sturgeon Bay: 9am-5pm, all weekend
• *Death’s Door Maritime Museum, Gills Rock: 10am-5pm, all weekend
• *Cana Island Lighthouse, Baileys Harbor: 10am-5pm, all weekend
• Sherwood Point Lighthouse, Sturgeon Bay: 10am-4pm, Saturday/Sunday
• USCG Canal Station, Sturgeon Bay: 10am-4pm, Saturday/Sunday
• *Eagle Bluff Lighthouse, Peninsula State Park: 10am-4pm, all weekend
• *Pottawatomie Lighthouse, Rock Island: 10am-4pm, Saturday/Sunday
• *Baileys Harbor Range Lights, Baileys Harbor: 11am-2pm, all weekend
• Algoma Pierhead Lighthouse, stop at Algoma Visitor Center: 10am-4pm, Saturday/Sunday
• *Kewaunee Pierhead Lighthouse, Kewaunee: Friday: 10am-12pm; Sat/Sun: 10am-4pm
• *Grassy Island Range Lights, Green Bay: 10am-5pm, all weekend

*Please note: If you are planning a self-guided experience, there may be an admission fee or requested donation.

Why You Should Visit the Door County Spring Lighthouse Festival

The Spring Door County Lighthouse Festival is a must-visit event for anyone seeking a lovely Spring getaway. Held annually in the scenic Door County, Wisconsin, this festival offers a unique blend of natural beauty and historical exploration. One of the main draws is the lovely Spring weather and the glorious hues it brings out in the water.

What truly sets this festival apart is the rare chance to explore lighthouses that are typically closed to the public. You can climb up spiral staircases, learn about maritime history, and enjoy panoramic views of shore and waves.

Purchase Tickets for the Spring Door County Lighthouse Festival

Many of the sites of the Door County Lighthouse Festival can be accessed for free or through general admission at the door. However, you can acquire tickets for tours and excursions that require advanced registration or purchase here: https://doorcountytickets.com/

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