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10th Annual Open Door Pride Festival

SAVE THE DATE

June 27, 2026 at Martin Park in Sturgeon Bay 10am-5pm

Featuring DJ Tim Walters, Surprise guest MC, Live Music, I.D.E.A Student Scholarship, Sandy Brown Award, and Proclamations, as well as vendors, fun games, face painting, The Ribbon Project, and the What’s My Pride? photo booth in our new Art tent

We’re always seeking volunteers and sponsors to help grow our community.

FESTIVAL INFO

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

Open Door Pride will hosts its 10th Annual Pride Festival on Saturday, June 27 from 10am – 5pm in Martin Park, 207 South 3rd Avenue, Sturgeon Bay. The Festival will feature live music, vendors, food trucks, beverages, games, a 50/50 raffle and so much more.  

The event is rain or shine. 

Check back for more information and how you can join us to make our 10th the best ever! contact us at:

info@opendoorpride.org

  • Open Door Pride’s mission is to affirm diversity in Door County through inclusion for all. We are a 100% volunteer organization representing the LGBTQIA+ and ally communities in Door County!

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Sponsor

Want to be an Open Door Pride Sponsor? You too can become an important part of our Pride Festival! Small town Pride Festivals make a huge difference in helping to affirm our commitment to inclusion for all. We'll spotlight your business as an official festival sponsor. Click the button and we'll be in touch.

Volunteer

Join us as a volunteer at Pride Fest! We need assistance in park activities throughout the day and in our Art Tent, which includes What's My Pride? Project Photo Booth, and ribbon project. Your help makes this event possible! Plus it's super fun.

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Vendor

IDEA scholarship winner in front of booth

Vendor Applications for 2025 are closed. Check back for our 10th Festival to be held June 27, 2026. Join us as a food vendor or a seller of Pride-themed merchandise! Display your products to our vibrant community.

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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