About Simon Creek Vineyard & Winery
Simon Creek Vineyard & Winery sits among its vineyards on Bochek Road in the middle of the Door Peninsula, with a Sturgeon Bay mailing address. It was founded by the late Col. (Ret.) Tim Lawrie, and its winemakers work under the guidance of consultant Tom Payette. The wines have earned more than 200 medals in international competitions, led by the double-gold Untouchable Red, and the list covers both grape wines and fruit wines such as Door County Cherry. In late fall the winery takes preorders for a holiday port.
A new taproom lets you pour your own by the ounce or the glass, and staff also lead wine tastings and pour bourbon flights. Cocktails and select drinks are featured daily. The winery is open every day from 10 to 5, with last call for tastings and glasses 30 minutes before closing.
The outdoor deck looks out over a natural setting where you may spot wildlife, and it is the stage for free live music on Saturday afternoons during the season; in 2026 the lineup ran from June 13 to October 17, mostly from 1:30 to 4:30. Inside there are table games, and cornhole is set up outside. For food, build your own charcuterie board from the snacks on hand; carry-in food and drinks are not allowed. The space can also be booked for private events.
Island Lavender is about 11 miles north toward Ephraim, roughly 25 minutes away. Spend a July morning in the lavender, then come south for an afternoon of music on the deck.
What to do
- Pour your own tastes by the ounce in the self-serve taproom
- Taste Door County Cherry wine or the Untouchable Red
- Try a bourbon flight
- Hear free live music on the deck, Saturday afternoons June–October
- Build a charcuterie board and play cornhole outside
Season, hours and prices
- Season
- Open daily; live music on the deck on summer and fall Saturdays (June 13–October 17 in 2026)
- Hours
- Posted on their website (2026): daily 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; last call 30 minutes before closing
Good to know
- Age
- 21 or older to taste or drink alcohol
Tips for your visit
- Carry-in food and drinks are not allowed, so plan to buy snacks there
- Saturday music usually runs 1:30–4:30 p.m.; check the posted lineup for exact times
- Last call is at 4:30 p.m.
- Plan a designated driver before you head out
Pair it with a lavender farm
Island Lavender · about 25 minutes away
Island Lavender is about 25 minutes north; pair a morning in the lavender with Saturday afternoon music on the deck.
Getting there
Questions
Does Simon Creek have live music?
Yes. Free music plays on the deck on Saturday afternoons during the season; the 2026 lineup ran June 13 through October 17.
Can I bring a picnic?
No. Carry-in food and beverages are not allowed; you can build a charcuterie board there.
What are the hours?
Daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., with last call 30 minutes before closing.
🗺️ Part of the guide Things to Do Near the Lavender Farms of Door County, Wisconsin
Checked in October 2026 against the business’s own website and local tourism pages. Hours and seasons change, so check with them before you go. How we check listings · Is this your business? Claim it free
