News Releases

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The Wisconsin Department of Tourism released 2025 economic impact data showing Manitowoc County generated a record tourism economic impact of $240 million, contributing to Wisconsin tourism’s booming…

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The S.S. Badger Lake Michigan Car Ferry will make its return from Ludington, Michigan to Manitowoc, officially kicking off the 2026 sailing season, on Friday, May 15 th . The public is invited to attend…

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The Manitowoc Farmers Market is set to kick off its 2026 season this weekend on Saturday, May 2. The market will continue to be a fixture along the downtown riverfront in the Briess/Quay Street…

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There’s a new way to explore the city of Manitowoc. Visit Manitowoc has launched a Public Arts Trail and Historic Landmark Trail as part of a program they are calling Visit Manitowoc Passes.

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Fourth on the Shore, a full weekend of fun to celebrate Independence Day in Manitowoc, returns this year from July 1 to 5, 2026. To celebrate the historic 250 th anniversary of the United States of…

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The City of Manitowoc’s Department of Tourism, Visit Manitowoc, is hosting three free outdoor movie nights this summer and fall, continuing to expand on the event series that began in 2024 with a…

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Today Visit Manitowoc and Explore Two Rivers released the official 2026 Manitowoc Two Rivers joint visitor guide, the fourth collaborative guide the cities have created together. One of the largest…

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Manitowoc event organizers can now apply for the Discover Manitowoc Grant, an annual grant program supported by room tax dollars. Overseen by the Department of Tourism, City of Manitowoc Room Tax…

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The City of Manitowoc has made the difficult decision to cancel the Lakeshore Holiday Parade scheduled for Wednesday, December 10, due to a winter storm forecasted to begin overnight. There will be no…

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The 37 th Annual Lakeshore Holiday Parade has been rescheduled for Wednesday, December 10 at 6:30 pm. Originally set to take place last week on Thanksgiving Eve, the parade could not continue on due to…

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The 37 th Annual Lakeshore Holiday Parade is set to kick off the holiday season in downtown Manitowoc the night before Thanksgiving on Wednesday, November 26 th at 6:30 pm. Entry registration is now…

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Lakeshore Balloon Glow, a free, family-friendly event in downtown Manitowoc, returns to light up the riverfront Friday, August 15, 2025 from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. This can’t-miss annual event features…

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Today the City of Manitowoc launched a Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA), which allows patrons of participating, licensed establishments the unique opportunity to sip and stroll through…

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The third annual Wisconsin Sand Sculpting Festival, presented by Fox Communities Credit Union, returns to Manitowoc’s Red Arrow Park and Beach July 19-20, 2025. This two-day event, which attracts…

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Fourth on the Shore, a full day of activities to celebrate Independence Day in Manitowoc, returns on Friday, July 4, 2025. This year’s schedule features live music, family-friendly activities, and…

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Edit: Due to rain, the June 26 showing of Raiders of the Lost Ark was rescheduled for July 17. The City of Manitowoc’s Department of Tourism, Visit Manitowoc, is hosting three free outdoor movie…

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Visit Manitowoc is now offering free postcards at their main visitor center located at 824 S 8 th Street, Manitowoc. This program launched earlier this week and will be available throughout the summer…

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The S.S. Badger Lake Michigan Car Ferry will make its return from Ludington, Michigan to Manitowoc, officially kicking off the 2025 sailing season, on Friday, May 16 th . The public is invited to attend…

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National Travel and Tourism Week shines a spotlight on the U.S. travel industry’s essential role in driving economic growth and creating jobs. Locally, each year Visit Manitowoc joins its peers across…

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Manitowoc event organizers are encouraged to apply for the Discover Manitowoc Grant, an annual City of Manitowoc Room Tax Commission and Department of Tourism grant program providing funding…

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Today Visit Manitowoc and Explore Two Rivers released the official 2025 Manitowoc Two Rivers joint visitor guide, the third collaborative guide the cities have created together. The visitor guide is…

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Manitowoc’s visitor information is more accessible in-destination than ever before, with the installation of interactive visitor information kiosks across the city. Visit Manitowoc’s modern…

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Pumpkin Palooza is set to return to downtown Manitowoc for a second year on Wednesday, October 16 from 3 to 6 p.m. in Burger Boat Park. Visit Manitowoc held the inaugural Pumpkin Palooza last year as…

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The 36 th Annual Lakeshore Holiday Parade is a beloved family-friendly tradition held in downtown Manitowoc the night before Thanksgiving at 6:30 p.m. every year. This year’s parade is set for…

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Lakeshore Balloon Glow, a much-anticipated annual event, returns to light up downtown Manitowoc on Friday, August 16, 2024 from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. This free, family-friendly event features colorful hot…