SHANTY DAYS “CELEBRATION OF THE LAKE” IS A THREE-DAY, FUN-FILLED FAMILY FESTIVAL THAT TAKES PLACE ON THE LAKE MICHIGAN SHORE IN ALGOMA, WISCONSIN. HUGE PARADE, CAR CRUISE, JURIED ARTS AND CRAFTS FAIR, FOOD, MUSIC, 5K, STREET FAIR, BEACH VOLLEYBALL, POOL TOURNAMENT, FISHING CONTEST, TEEN STAGE AND MORE! YOUR PERFECT SUMMER WEEKEND!
Shanty Days 2021 is scheduled for August 13-15!
Wristbands will be $10 at the gate after 3 p.m. on Friday, August 14, 2020. Wristbands for Sunday-only are $5 and can be purchased at the gate only on Sunday, August 16, 2020.
*Parade special: No main grounds entrance fee on Saturday, August 15, 2020. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Stay as long as you want on the grounds but if you leave and wish to re-enter, a wristband is required for entry or re-entry after 3 p.m. on Saturday.
No band is required to attend the Arts & Crafts and Street Fair, Teen Stage, volleyball tournament, parade, 5K, fishing tournament, or Ecumenical service.
EVENT HOURS AND FEES
Entry to the Main Grounds requires a wristband for ages 12 and up.
At the Gate (beginning Friday at 3 p.m.): $10 Valid Friday – Sunday
Sunday Only: $5
Main Grounds Hours:
Friday, August 14, 2020, 3pm – Midnight
Saturday, August 15, 2020, 11am*-Midnight
Sunday, August 16, 2020 11am-9PM
*Parade special: No main grounds entrance fee on Saturday, 11am-3pm. Stay as long as you want on the grounds but if you leave and wish to re-enter, a wristband is required for entry or re-entry after 3:00pm on Saturday.
2020 Event Information:
All events, hours and fees are subject to change. Note: Dogs are not allowed on the Main Grounds or Crescent Beach. While leashed dogs are permitted in all other public areas during Shanty Days, please be mindful of the large crowds and the effect that the heat can have on your pooches. We wish everyone to be safe and have an enjoyable weekend.
FRIDAY AUGUST 14
4:00pm Lovin’ Country
8:00pm Johnny Wad, 8-Midnight
SATURDAY AUGUST 15
8:00am 5K Walk/Run
9:00am Kid’s SuperHero Fun Run
10:00 am Volleyball Tournament
10-5pm Arts/Crafts & Street Fair
11:30am Car Cruise 11:30 am
12:00pm Parade
1-4pm Rocker
3-10pm Teen Stage
4-8pm The Billy Shears Band
8:00pm Saving Savannah
SUNDAY AUGUST 16
7:00am Ecumenical Service, Heritage Park
10-4:00pm Arts & Crafts and Street Fair
11-1:00pm Mark Jirikovec Band, Main
12-1:00pm Algoma Community Band, Arts and Crafts
12:00pm Junior’s Coastal Volleyball Tournament
1-4:30pm Stone Sober
4:30pm Spice
Dusk Fireworks
Kid’s Area ~~ Main Grounds Located on the north side of the main grounds, kids will enjoy bouncy houses, face painting, ice cream and more.
There is a separate charge for the Kid’s Area wristband: $10 for unlimited time for the entire weekend. This is payable at the Kids Area on the Main Grounds. The Kid’s Area is scheduled to be open Friday, 4:00pm-8:00pm, Saturday, 1:00pm – 8:00pm and Sunday, 1:00pm – 5:00pm.
Sunday Ecumenical Service Grab your lawn chair and come enjoy the tranquility by the lake as you join us for an Ecumenical church service Sunday morning, 7a.m. at Heritage Park. All are welcome!
Future Shanty Days Dates:
August 13-15, 2021
August 12-14, 2022
