We had a great
10th Pride Festival

With over 3000 in attendance we want to thank our sponsors, vendors, entertainers and volunteers for an amazing day!

Named by MidWest Living as one of the Top MidWest Pride Celebrations

10th annual Festival  Saturday June 27, 2026
Martin Park, Sturgeon Bay
10:00am – 5:00pm  RAIN or SHINE

10am start of Festival

DJ Tim Walters spinning throughout the day

Opening ceremony from Coleen Bins of Chief Oshkosh

Surprise guest MC and performer

With special musical performances :

  • Morning: The Band Spot, DC Choir
  • 1pm Awards ceremony: Proclamations, Sandy Brown Award and IDEA student Scholarship
  • Afternoon performances:  Johnny Delorit, Zephyr Ciesar, Dorothy Scott,  FrogFurr, Katie Dahl and Cathy Grier + The Troublemakers

50/50 raffle, food trucks, vendors, silent auction skateboards, raffle items from DC businesses.

Festival ends at 5pm

Get involved

When the whole community is engaged we all win!

To sponsor our 11th annual Festival in 2027 or any of our initiatives, contact us at info@opendoorpride.org

FESTIVAL INFO

Saturday June 24, 2023
Martin Park, Sturgeon Bay
10:00am – 5:00pm

On Stage Entertainment

Back by popular demand, celebrity MC Barrett Tyron graces our Pride Festival for the second consecutive year!

Join Madison’s renowned DJ Tim Walters at Pride Fest, spinning high-energy dance tracks throughout the day.

Experience the soulful melodies of acclaimed singer-songwriter Katie Dahl at 3:30! Known for her profound and lyrical storytelling, don’t miss this musical treat!

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St Paddy's Parade with pride flags on Steelbridge

Festival Activities

Discover a diverse array of craft and food vendors across the park, coupled with an exciting 50/50 door prize opportunity!

Catch our Ribbon Project hosted by and Andria Nikoupolis-Weliky offering fun and vibrant face painting.

Partake in exciting games in the park, brought to you by our sponsor, Bayshore Outfitters!

In the M3 Gallery across the street, join artists Claudia Scimeca, Jen Aldrich, for free art activities suitable for all ages. Enjoy painting cookies donated by Scaturos and more at our expanded festival grounds.

Express your unique Pride at our ‘What’s My Pride’ selfie station, jot down your sentiments on a chalkboard, and capture the moment at M3 Gallery!

Proclamation & Awards

At 12pm, head to the stage for ‘June is Open Door Pride Month’ Proclamation.

And we will also be presenting the prestigious Sandy Brown Award and the IDEA Student Scholarship during our event. Don’t miss it!

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We Love Celebrating Diversity in Door County

Open Door Pride Festival happens annually at Martin Park in Sturgeon Bay. Join us for our 7th Annual Festival on June 24, 2023!

We need your help to make this day a success. Consider joining the Festival Planning Committee or volunteering on the day of the event! Reach out to info@opendoorpride.org  for more info. 

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Pride Festival History

In 2022, we celebrated the 6th annual Open Door Pride Festival at Martin Park. Hundreds gathered in Sturgeon Bay to celebrate the many people and groups who make Door County a welcoming place to live and visit.

Join us June 2023 – together we can make this the best Pride Month yet!

Festival Involvement

Want to get involved with or learn more about Open Door Pride Festival? Reach out today!

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