Harvest Chalk Contest & Street Art Auction

Jamie and Craig Rogers from Rogers Creations, Rogers Chalk created 3D chalk art at the 2017 Sturgeon Bay Harvest Festival, Sturgeon Bay, Door County, Wisconsin. Photo by Len Villano.

Start autumn festivities Sept. 15 with Harvest Fest and Street Art Auction in downtown Sturgeon Bay. Harvest Fest begins at 9 am on Third Avenue and finishes at 5 pm. The live Street Art Auction starts at 5 pm at Martin Park.

A wide variety of artisans, crafters and local businesses will fill Third Avenue for a unique shopping experience. In-store specials, live music, and a plethora of food and drinks are offered as well.

Festival-goers can enjoy the Chalk the Bay Community Contest and can place bids in the 18th annual Sturgeon Bay Street Art Auction.

Bidding registration for the auction begins at 4 pm under the Sturgeon Bay Visitor Center auction registration tent in Martin Park. This year’s auction features 25 unique benches that have decorated Sturgeon Bay streets throughout the summer season. Absentee bids are being accepted for those unable to attend.

For more information, a detailed schedule of events, and to register for activities visit sturgeonbay.net. Registration and information for the chalk contest can be found at doorcountylibrary.org.