Local Events

Discover the pulse of our vibrant community through a diverse array of exciting local events in the Chequamegon Bay area. From festive celebrations of our culture, art classes to live music and more, there's something for everyone in Washburn. Join us in making memories, honoring traditions, and connecting with the community as we come together to enjoy our unique area. Check out our calendar of local events to stay in the know and experience the heart of Chequamegon Bay.

Washburn Homecoming 2025

Love Brings you Home Again for the 19th annual Quinquennial Homecoming event taking place July 25-27th in Washburn WI.

Homecoming Salad Luncheon

Messiah Lutheran Church 231 W 5th Street, Washburn, WI

Friday, July 25, 2025 - 11am-1pm - Messiah Lutheran Church Basement - Freewill Offering The long-standing tradition of the Messiah Lutheran Homecoming Salad Luncheon is coming back! Come to enjoy salads of ALL kinds!

Washburn Homecoming Softball Tournament

Washburn Athletic Field Complex 3rd Avenue East and Memorial Park Drive, Washburn, WI, United States

Saturday, July 26th 2025 Washburn Athletic Fields Join us for the 2nd annual Charity Softball Tournament, benefiting The Auxilia Initiative! Whether you’re in it to win it, or want to have some fun with your friends and family, join us for a day of fun supporting first responder mental health! $200/team registration fee, includes t-shirt ...

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$200

Homecoming “Pickleball Jam” Tournament

Eastside Pickleball Courts 500 E 3rd St, Washburn, WI

Saturday, July 26, 2025. 8:00 a.m. at the Eastside Pickleball Courts Washburn Homecoming Pickleball Jam Tournament 16 teams, any combination of gender, age, level. This is a community fun-raiser! T-shirts and Prizes. Find a partner and sign up now. $25 per team. Register and pay at the website below with PayPal or Venmo. Your receipt ...

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$25

Food Truck Mondays

The Club 3 W Bayfield Street, Washburn, WI

Every Monday through September 28, you can catch 2–3 food trucks parked on Central Avenue in Washburn (between the Cultural Center & The Club), serving up tasty eats from 11am–3pm and 5–7:30pm. With many local restaurants taking a well-deserved Monday break, this new weekly event brings fresh dining options for both locals and visitors. And ...

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Event Series Music in the Park

Music in the Park

Legion Park 50 E Bayfield St, Washburn, WI, United States

Music in the Park returns for its fifth season this summer in Washburn, WI. Come and listen to some amazing musicians and enjoy some time outside in beautiful Washburn. The shows run on Mondays June - August, from 6PM – 8PM, and are FREE to the public. Just bring your family, friends & something to ...

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Monday Night Casual Group Ride

Bay City Cycles 412 Main St, Ashland, WI, United States

Join us for our weekly Casual Group Ride at Bay City Cycles! We leave from City Hall/Pearson Plaza in Ashland, WI at 6pm on Monday nights May-October for a 10-13 mile ride at an easy, casual pace. Our rides often range from 12 to 25 people and are a great way to explore Ashland, meet ...

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Event Series Story Time

Story Time

Washburn Public Library 307 Washington Ave., Washburn, WI

Join the fun at the Washburn Public Library Each Wednesday at 10 am for Story Time. The upstairs kids’ area becomes a place for storybook wonder and excitement during Toddler Tales/Story Time. Preschoolers and their moms and/or dads listen to a few great tales, maybe sing a song and share a dance or two, and ...

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Event Series Washburn Farmer’s Market

Washburn Farmer’s Market

Washburn Farmer's Market The Washburn Farmer’s Market runs June-October! Stop by weekly to see the changing variety of locally grown produce, fruit and other local products. The Washburn Farmer’s Market takes place every Wednesday from 3-6PM on Central Avenue between “The Club” and The Washburn Cultural Center. The market runs trough mid October. Stop by ...

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Open mic night – The Backstage

The Back Stage 84810 State Hwy 13, Bayfield, WI, United States

Get up on stage or just grab a seat and listen. Join us for open mic nights every Wednesday at Big Top's new year-round venue The Backstage! Every week we will be joined by special guest hosts, including some of your favorite Blue Canvas Orchestra musicians! Enjoy live entertainment and drinks during a unique night out. ...

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