The deep freeze is in full effect, and we’re in the early-winter mindset that craves a hot meal and good film. We’ll get outside and explore Door County winter soon enough, but for now, let’s get dinner and a movie with that special someone. Luckily, Door County delivers, and with a Friday Valentine’s Day just weeks away, the timing is perfect. Plan your long-weekend getaway with your S.O. and stay with us! We’ve got the details you need to plan the perfect Door County winter weekend below.
Film Fest
Awards season is on, and Door County celebrates the art of filmmaking with a great lineup of independent films, many by local artists. The Door County Film Fest is back for its 16th season and offers 3 nights of exciting entertainment at Northern Sky’s Gould Theater.
Film Fest Returns With New Name
Dinner in Door County
An off-season dinner at a Door County restaurant can be a unique and romantic experience. With fewer patrons, local establishments use the quiet season to try out new dishes, and you can be assured of personal service. While many local restaurants are closed for winter, there is a long list of businesses that keep off-season hours to serve visitors that appreciate the majesty of Door County in winter. The trick is to find those hours, and luckily, we’ve got you covered with our list, updated for 2025.
Which Door County Restaurants are Open in Winter?
Fish Creek Winter Fest
When you’re fully warmed up and ready to venture outdoors, nearby Fish Creek’s long-running Winterfest is a great time. Don’t worry–much of Winterfest takes place in a big, heated tent.
37th Annual Winterfest
One More Thing: Try a New Cheese!
Door County institution Renard’s Artisan Cheese has produced its first-ever butterkäse, a traditional German style of cheese. Stop on your way up and pick up a slice!
A Door County cheese maker is making a cheese it’s never made before. Here’s more about it