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2026 Hansen Family Reunion

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Schedule of Events

Door County | July 18–24, 2026

Join us for as much or as little as you’d like — everything is optional, and flexibility is encouraged. Activity captains are listed for questions or coordination.

Saturday, July 18

  • 📍 Stabbur Beer Garden
    10698 N Bay Shore Dr, Sister Bay, WI
    🔗 https://aljohnsons.com/stabbur/

    Arrive and order at your leisure. Come for the camaraderie, stay for the cheese curds.

    Important note: Stabbur Beer Garden does not take reservations. If we can’t all fit, we’ll grab our food and head across the street to enjoy it at the beach!

    Activity Captain:
    Emily Vanhauer — 📞 262-391-7647

  • Go-Karts & Mini Golf

    Immediately following dinner
    📍 Johnson’s Park
    10611 N Highland Rd, Sister Bay, WI
    🔗 https://doorcountypulse.com/organization/johnsons-park/

    Revenge Races at the track! Prefer a calmer pace? Enjoy a round of putt-putt.

    🏆 Prize: Winner gets $1 to spend at the Wagon Trail Store, accompanied by their personal shoppers — Abby & Jamie 😉

    Activity Captain:
    Jake Hansen — 📞 312-771-7443

Sunday, July 19

  • 📍 Newport State Park
    475 County Rd NP, Ellison Bay, WI
    🔗 https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/wisconsin/fern-and-lynd-point-loop

    A beautiful 2.5-mile hike to kick off the day.
    Note: Terrain is not stroller-friendly.

    Activity Captain:
    Sarah McIntyre — 📞 414-460-4334

  • 📍 Sand Bay Town Park Beach
    11154 N Sand Bay Ln, Sister Bay, WI
    🔗 https://doorcountynorth.org/sand-bay-town-park/

    In true Hansen fashion, let’s camp out at the beach.
    Will Tony dig the biggest hole? Will he encounter his seagull friends again? Join us to find out.

    Activity Captain:
    Tony Schaar — 📞 847-347-4294

  • 📍 Gazebo at Sister Bay Park
    Gazebo, Mill Rd, Sister Bay, WI

    Let’s celebrate and toast the greatest Lala around!
    📸 Family photo included.

    Please RSVP to Emily

    Captain: Emily Vanhauer — 📞 262-391-7647
    Team: James; Mike & Marie; Sarah & Ryan; Jake & Jenn; Anne, Brad & Ashley; Marita & Eric; Jackie & Zach; Maddie & Kyle; Marty & Laura

  • 📍 Beachfront Stage, Sister Bay Park
    🔗 https://sisterbay.com/events/sister-bay-concerts-movies-in-the-park/

    Bring your own chair or blanket and enjoy a movie by the water.
    🎥 Fingers crossed for Shrek 2!

    Activity Captain:
    Emily Vanhauer — 📞 262-391-7647

Monday, July 20

  • 📍 Edge of Park Rentals
    4025 Evergreen Rd, Fish Creek, WI
    🔗 https://www.edgeofpark.com/

    Meet at 9:00 to get fitted for bikes. This 10-mile trail is packed gravel and pavement with scenic views.
    🍦 Reward yourself afterward with custard at Not Licked Yet!

    Activity Captain:
    Danielle Schaar — 📞 847-254-8698

  • 📍 Sister Bay Beach
    2362 Mill Rd, Sister Bay, WI

    Post up at the beach or pop around town — you’re bound to run into family everywhere!

    Activity Captain:
    Amy Pabst — 📞 847-302-7232

  • Choose to enjoy Door County your way or join family members to picnic at Sister Bay Beach (near marina picnic tables/across from gas station).

    We know coordinating large groups can be tricky, so take the evening to explore your favorite spots or relax for a picnic and sunset

Tuesday, July 21

  • 📍 Aunt Laura’s Campsite – Wagon Trail Campground
    1190 Co Rd ZZ, Ellison Bay, WI

    Join Lala around the campfire for breakfast treats and stories.

    Activity Captain:
    Laura Nick — 📞 847-477-8350

  • Pontoon Boats

    ⏰ Time TBD
    📍 Sister Bay Marina
    10707 N Bay Shore Dr, Sister Bay, WI
    🔗 https://www.doorcountyboats.com/

    Captain Mike is calling you on the walkie — ahoy!


    ⚠️ This activity requires a firm headcount. Please RSVP to Uncle Marty. Pricing may vary based on participation.

    Activity Captain:
    Marty Hansen — 📞 773-931-1497

  • 📍 Ellison Bay Community Park & Beach
    Bayview Rd, Ellison Bay, WI

    Please RSVP to Aunt Laura (Nick).

    Captain: Laura Nick — 📞 847-477-8350
    Team: Matt; Tim & Jamie; Abby & Billy; Danny & Rachel; Issy; Joey; Amy & Jim; Jamie; Michael; Cindy; Tony; Gina & Chris; Danielle

  • 📍 Ellison Bay Community Park & Beach

    Hansens Got Talent! Bring your skills, your confidence, and your competitive spirit.

Wednesday, July 22

  • 📍 Seaquist Orchards
    11482 WI-42, Sister Bay, WI
    🔗 https://seaquistorchards.com/

    Come pick some of Door County’s best cherries!

    ⚠️ Parking note: Do not park in the farm market lot. Use the orchard parking lot directly across the highway and follow posted signs.

    Activity Captain:
    Abby Klodaski — 📞 919-798-8062

  • Details TBD — check back for updates!

  • 📍 Beachfront Stage, Sister Bay Park

    Activity Captain:
    Marie Hansen — 📞 262-893-5090

  • 📍 Beachfront Stage, Sister Bay Park
    🔗 https://sisterbay.com/events/sister-bay-concerts-movies-in-the-park/

    Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy live music by the lake.

    Activity Captain:
    Marie Hansen — 📞 262-893-5090

Thursday, July 23 & Friday, July 24

Plan Your Own Adventure!

Explore Door County, relax, or revisit your favorite reunion moments.

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  • The official dates of Hansen Family Reunion 2026 are Saturday, July 18 through Saturday, July 25.

    The first organized event begins Saturday, July 18 at 5:00 PM. Most organized activities will take place Saturday through Wednesday, as that’s when the majority of the family will be in attendance.

  • Most events will take place in Sister Bay, Ellison Bay, and Fish Creek.

    Many families are staying in:

    • Sister Bay

    • Rowleys Bay

    • Wagon Trail Campground (where a large group is booked)

    We recommend staying as close to Sister Bay as possible if you want to minimize driving.

  • Nope — no one is cooking for the entire family 😄

    We’ve planned two potluck dinners:

    • Sunday, July 19

    • Tuesday, July 21

    Everyone attending will be asked to contribute to one of the two potlucks. You’ll receive details directly from the potluck organizers:

    • Sunday (7/19): Emily

    • Tuesday (7/21): Laura N.

  • All potluck dinners are bring your own beverage.

  • Absolutely not!

    We tried to plan activities that appeal to a variety of interests. Feel free to join what sounds fun and skip what doesn’t.

    ⚠️ A few events do require a firmer headcount:

    • Both potluck dinners

    • Pontoon boat outing

    For these, please RSVP directly to the assigned activity captain.

  • Great question. Suggested items include:

    • Comfortable shoes for hiking and biking

    • Swimsuit and towel

    • Pickleball equipment (if you have it)

    • Lawn chairs and lawn games

    • Clothes for rain, wind (IYKYK), or shine

    • Good humor and a positive attitude 😉

  • Yes — on Sunday, July 19, during the potluck dinner, we’ll be celebrating Grandma’s 90th birthday 🎉

    Turning 90 is a big deal! If you’d like to offer a toast to our very special Lala, we’d love that.

  • To make sure everyone has a seat, we encourage you to bring camp or lawn chairs to:

    • Beach days

    • Potlucks

    • Movie night

    • Concerts

  • There isn’t one 🙂 — we’re hoping for great weather.

    If weather does impact an activity, the assigned activity captain will notify everyone with updates, cancellations, or a Plan B.

  • Uncle Mike or Uncle Marty 😉

Frequently Asked Questions

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