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.
VFA Reception: Thursday, June 4, 5pm–7pm | May Gallery Hours: Thursdays–Sundays, 11am–4pm Mark your calendar! VARIATIONS: FIBER ART returns to the Cultural Center on Thursday, June 4, with its Opening Reception that evening from 5pm–7pm. This year's VARIATIONS exhibition of artworks created with fiber materials or fiber-derived techniques features over 30 artists. Light refreshments provided.
Thursday, June 4th @ 7 pm @ Honest Dog Books in Bayfield Join us on Thursday, June 4th @ 7 pm as we kick-off the Stand With the Banned Festival @ Honest Dog Books with a FREE screening of "The Librarians". Doors & Bar open @ 6 pm. Suggested donation $5-$10. This event is proudly ...
Saturday, June 6th, 10am - 2pm, Wool Stone craft, $55 with kit, $45 without kit Learn to create your own yarn using a drop spindle Tap into a skill that is millennia old! Discover the quiet magic of spinning your own yarn. In this class you will learn about drafting wool for spinning, twist control, ...
Enjoy live music by a different band each week
Bring your appetites for Food Truck Mondays. Food trucks from in and around the area will be on hand to serve you for lunch and dinner from 11am-7:30pm. Food Truck Mondays are back! Join us every Monday all summer long for great eats from 2–3 local and regional food trucks serving from 11:00 AM–7:30 PM. ...
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 ...
Local bands at Legion Park, every Monday!
Memorial Blood Centers has declared a blood emergency as supplies fall below safe levels ahead of summer trauma season. Right now, the region has less than a two-day blood supply overall and under one day for type O blood, the blood type most often used in emergencies. Trauma centers depend on blood every day to ...
Community outreach and volunteering event for the Twin Ports Area Join us for Head of the Lakes United Way's Day of Caring on Wednesday, June 10th! Day of Caring is a community-wide event where hundreds of volunteers complete projects for local non-profit agencies. Volunteering is a direct and hands-on effort to help advance the missions ...
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 ...
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 (June – October) from 3-6PM on Central Avenue between “The Club” and The Washburn Cultural Center. Stop by weekly to see the changing variety of ...