Summer Fun
Summer Fun is better at the Blue!
You'll discover a beach vacation closer than you think in Sheboygan, WI, known as the Malibu of the Midwest. Nestled on the shores of Lake Michigan, Blue Harbor Resort offers summer fun just one hour from Milwaukee or Green Bay, two hours from Madison, and within three hours of Chicagoland.
A Beach Vacation, Closer Than You Think
Savor the days of summer fun with a gorgeous sunrise walk along our Lake Michigan boardwalk. The whole family will enjoy camping out all day on the sandy shores building sand castles and catching waves. Even our outdoor pool includes picturesque Lake Michigan views where you'll find comfy private cabanas as well as food and drinks close by at the Sandbar.
Breaker Bay Waterpark Indoor Summer Fun
It's always 84 degrees in our 54,000 square foot indoor water park, perfect for hot summer days or rainy weather. With its thrilling slides, lazy river, and The Riptide, the only double surf simulator in eastern Wisconsin, the water park is a hit with children of all ages, making it the perfect destination for a family vacation. Make memories that will last a lifetime as your family splashes out the days of summer.
Summer Family Fun Activities
Your family will also enjoy activities and yard games under the summer sun. The Pier Fun Zone Arcade featuring the latest and greatest in games and interactive activities as well as two nine-hole indoor glow-in-the-dark mini golf courses are waiting when you want to take a break from the heat.
Snacks
While the kids are splashing around the water park, pop into the Rocky Bottom Snack Bar to load up on family favorites like burgers, chicken tenders, and pizza. For the grownups, you'll find a selection of beers and frozen cocktails. If you're hanging by the outdoor pool, The Sandbar has you covered so you can stay and play until the sun sets on your summer vacation!
Make Plans Now to Join Us for Summer!
Featured Summer Activities
4TH OF JULY
Your family will discover a variety of events at Freedom Fest from the Freedom Run and Independence Day parade to live music, fireworks over the lake, and even a Venetian Boat Parade on Sheboygan's riverfront.
SPORTFISHING CHARTERS
Sheboygan, WI is home to a wide variety of sportfishing charters providing all the necessary equipment and expertise to ensure a successful fishing trip on Lake Michigan.
DISC GOLF
Ranked as the fourth best disc golf state in the United States with 430 courses in Wisconsin, Sheboygan claims four disc golf courses, so stay a couple days at Blue Harbor Resort so you have time to try them all out!
S.S. Badger
More than just a reliable, affordable shortcut across beautiful Lake Michigan, the S.S. Badger Lake Michigan Carferry offers a picturesque journey between Manitowoc, Wisconsin and Ludington, MI and provides a fun and unique way to travel.
Summer Fun Specials
Golfers Special Rate
Stay at Blue Harbor Resort and golf in Sheboygan, Wisconsin! Guests get 25% off our best available rates April, May, September, and October and 15% off best available rates June 1st through September 2nd, 2024. Use promo code GOLF when booking.
Teacher Appreciation
When stress levels are high and it feels like that summer break will never arrive, treat yourself to a weekend getaway close to home. Teachers take 20% off Best Available Rates with promo code TEACHER.
V.I.K. Very Important Kid
Your kiddos deserve to be spoiled! Treat them to a souvenir drawstring bag filled with everything they need to dive into family fun at our waterpark resort.
Luxury Outdoor Cabana Rental
Keep an eye on the kids from the comfort of our luxury cabana on the outdoor pool deck, just steps away from The Sand Bar.
Local Activities in Sheboygan, WI
Find an abundance of local activities to keep you busy in and around Sheboygan, WI, this summer whether you're interested in the outdoors, art, shopping, or keeping the kids busy with activities.
Der Sheboygan Biergarten
Der Sheboygan Biergarten is an authentic European beer and wine garden located on the beautiful Sheboygan River in Kiwanis Park with outdoor seating for 240 people and overhead covered seating for 280 people. The beer and wine garden is open to the public on weekends and is open for group gatherings 7 days per week all summer.
Plan Your Summer Fun
LAKE LIFE SHEBOYGAN
We are committed to sharing the Lake Michigan experience of Sheboygan, WI, with our readers and hope you'll visit to experience the lake life for yourself soon.
STAY
From our most popular guest room, the Family Suite featuring two queen-sized beds, to our themed Aquarium and Boathouse Suites or even a private villa, you'll look forward to coming in off the beach at the end of the day.
PLAY
Are you ready to make a splash this Summer? Your family will enjoy fun all day long on the Lake Michigan beach at our Sheboygan resort, lounging by the outdoor pool, or indoors at Breaker Bay Waterpark!
DINE
Our four restaurants offer a diverse range of options to dine for breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, and drinks without having to venture out after a long day on the beach.
RELAX
You deserve to relax in the comfort of your own private cabana while the kids splash around this Summer. Enjoy a little TV while you sink into comfy seating with a mini fridge full of water nearby.
Summer Resort Features
Rocky Bottom Snack Bar
Located right in the waterpark, kids gobble up favorites from burgers to fresh fruit while grownups enjoy a selection of beers and frozen cocktails to help cool you down in our 84 degree waterpark.
Outdoor Pool
Our seasonal outdoor heated pool is located outside Breaker Bay Waterpark and just steps from The Sandbar with Lake Michigan views.
The Sandbar
Our poolside bar offers you the opportunity to sip on summer cocktails or grab a bite to eat without missing a minute of fun and sun. Order your favorite dish from The Sandbar and have it delivered right to your chair.
Emagining Sheboygan
Discover more summer fun with our Marketing Coordinator, Em as she shares insider information on her Emagining Sheboygan blog!
Sheboygan Culinary Highlights and Bucket List
We're sharing all about Sheboygan's favorite foods, dishes, and restaurants this week and why you should create a bucket list of local Sheboygan food to try! Plus! Submit your Sheboygan food recipes to Taste of Sheboygan's Cookbook.
Destination Imagination
Looking for unique family-friendly places that explore imagination and creativity in the Sheboygan area? You just found it. These imaginative play spots are fun for families with young kids, even the young at heart. Mini Mocha Play Café and Above and Beyond Children's Museum are imaginative places to play year round, and Bookworm Gardens is a magical seasonal destination that is sure to enchant people of all ages.
5 Tips for a Smooth Trip
With travel season just around the bend, you may be itching for your upcoming vacation. Here are ways you can start to prepare for your upcoming travel plans to ensure a smooth and stress-less trip!
Summer Resort Activities
Adult Gaming
Guests 21 or older can stop into On the Rocks Bar & Grill during bar hours for a little adult gaming including pull tabs!
Lakeside Yoga
Saturdays 9am - 10am*
Greet the day with complimentary Lakeside Yoga on the lawn overlooking Lake Michigan!
S'mores
FRI & SAT | 6PM-9PM
Grab a packet of s'mores from the front desk to enjoy at the bonfire! One per person, while supplies last.
Lawn Games
Available Saturdays & Sundays
Gather the family together for a friendly game of giant jenga or bags or challenge the kids to a hula hoop stamina contest!
Bonfires
FRI & SAT | 6PM-9PM
Settle in with the family around a cozy bonfire to take in the fresh, crisp air and lake views!
Kids' Crafts
SAT & SUN | 9AM-11AM
Bring the kiddos for crafts like coloring piggy banks, sand art, or painting sun catchers.
Hot Summer Events
Founded in Sydney, Australia in 2012 by Mark Hawwa and inspired by a photo of TV show's Mad Men's Don Draper astride a classic motorcycle wearing his finest suite, The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride has since raised $45 million dollars for Men's Health and showcased 500,000 classic and vintage riders in 121 countries around the world.
On the same day across the world, participants dress dapper and ride to raise funds and awareness for men’s mental health and prostate cancer research and this year for the first time, a ride will be held in Sheboygan, WI!
Kickin' It Lakeside is the area's premier soccer tournament hosted by Lakeshore United FC and features some of the best Select and Academy teams from across Wisconsin and the Midwest!
Ranging from U8 thru U19, Kickin' It Lakeside includes 2 brackets for boys and girls at each age group, ensuring competitive play for all with a guaranteed 3-game minimum.
11AM-12:30PM
With 30 years of experience cooking with Dutch ovens, Pat and Mike Ward have a wealth of information to share on the how-tos of Dutch oven cooking whether it be for the next camping trip or backyard cookout. Children must be accompanied by an adult. All vehicles will need a state park admission sticker.
Meet at the Outdoor Shelter near parking lot P8.
8am-5pm
On Free Fishing Weekend, you can drill a hole and drop a line without a fishing license, trout stamp or salmon stamp. What a great opportunity for family and friends to give it a try! Please be aware that while you can fish without a license, all fishing regulations remain in effect, including seasons, bag limits and length limits. Please review the regulations before you start. Free Fishing Weekends are always held the third full weekend in January and the first full weekend in June. Watch for clinic announcements in the months ahead.
7:30pm
Who says #Throwbacks are reserved for Thursdays? The Pop 2000 Tour delivers the TRL moments that will bring you right back to the early 2000s. POP 2000 TOUR features Chris Kirkpatrick of *NSYNC, O-Town, Ryan Cabrera and LFO.
Ticket Pricing
- Tier 1: $60 +fees
- Tier 2: $45 +fees
- Tier 3: $35 +fees
- RESERVED SEATING
Sheboygan celebrates Independence Day with the annual Freedom Fest event:
Independence Day Parade
9am – North 8th Street & Center Avenue to Michigan Avenue to Broughton Drive
Sponsored by Wisconsin Bank & Trust
Freedom Fest – Music, Food and Fun:
Noon – 11pm – Deland Park
Sponsored by Plenco
Live Music Lineup: TBA
Stay tuned – more details to come!
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Festival Fireworks
9:30pm – lakefront near South Pier
Sponsored by Festival Foods
4:30pm-8:30pm Rain or Shine
2024 details to be determined. 2023 Lobster Dinner Tickets were $60 in advance and they do sell out out. Live Lobsters are cooked upon your arrival (Please allow 20 minutes for preparation). The event is open to the public with no ticket required to attend. Enjoy live music, refreshments and additional food for purchase on the day of. Proceeds support the future of Sheboygan County through education and other Early Bird Rotary initiatives.
Summer Candlelight Hike: Saturday, July 20 from 8:30 – 10:30pm
Bring your friends and family to the park for a self-guided hike along the cordwalk and beach. Torches will light the way along the beach cordwalk and between Parking lots three and five. No pets or strollers for the candlelight hike, please. The Sanderling Nature Center will be open from 8–10:30pm. We recommend parking in lots P3, P4, P5 or P6.
Brat Days is back in Sheboygan with free admission and free music in Kiwanis Park! The park is open 4pm to 11:30pm on Friday and 11am-11:30pm on Saturday with a marketplace, amusement rides, memorabilia tent, family area, and of course live music on the Johnsonville Main Stage and plenty of food and drinks at the Sheboygan Jaycees Main Food and Soda Stand. With limited parking at Kiwanis park, a shuttle service is available both days.
It’s BACK! The Coho Derby is returning to Deland Park this August with three days of bands, fishing, family fun, and big fish on display.
Sheboygan, WI welcomes powerboat racing back to the western shore of Lake Michigan for a second year! This year's event will be open to all offshore classes. Race teams are expected from around the world, including Australia, Italy, Sweden, Canada, and Norway.
Speed seekers, water enthusiasts, and families will all enjoy this inaugural competition and exhibition weekend in Sheboygan, WI on the pristine waters of Lake Michigan right in front of Blue Harbor Resort. Bring your own chairs or blankets, food and drinks for watching the races from one of the public viewing areas. You will also find food trucks stationed in various spots near the viewing areas.
Stay tuned for further information as it becomes available!
11AM-12:30PM
The Pudgie Pie Iron Guy will be back to share the fun of cooking over a campfire with a pie iron. Looking for ideas to take your campfire cooking to the next level? Try your hand at creating tasty treats while learning tips from a pro. Jon provides the gear and food; you put it together! Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Meet Jon at the park amphitheater near parking lot P4.
SUMMER FUN FAQs
Here are the highlights for planning your perfect family Summer fun vacation at Blue Harbor Resort in Sheboygan, WI. Check the hours and age restrictions and plan what waterpark features you want to enjoy and what to pack for your optimal Summer enjoyment.
SUMMER HOURS
June 7th - September 2nd: 9am - 9pm
**Outdoor pool open 9am -7pm, weather permitting**
*Hours subject to change.
- Children ages 2 and under are FREE.
- Children 2 and under must be accompanied in the water by an adult with a paid waterpark swim pass.
- Children under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult 21 or over
- Hot Tub
- Surf Simulator
- Lazy River
- Lily Hopper
- Water Basketball
- Dueling Tube Slides
- 2 Waterslides
- Toddler Tides
- Private Cabanas
- Rocky Bottom Snack Shop
Plus outdoor pool and direct Lake Michigan beach access!
- Swimsuit/Cover-Up
- Plastic bag to carry wet suits home
- Swim goggles/Earplugs
- Flip flops/Aqua socks
- Waterproof watch
- Exercise clothing
- Reading materials
- If you'd like to enjoy the waterpark experience, but won't be in the water, remember to pack a cool t-shirt and shorts to wear while in the waterpark, which is consistently heated to 84 degrees.