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.

“Variety Pack” Opening Reception

Washburn Cultural Center 1 E Bayfield Street, Washburn, WI

Join us this Friday for the opening reception of "Variety Pack" -- a sampling of visual delights to inspire and awaken the senses! "Variety Pack" is showing in the Washburn Cultural Center's Central Gallery for the month of April. Come join us in the celebration of art, expression, and community!

Kevin Kling and Jan Lee – The Backstage

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

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 7PM at The Backstage It may not feel like it yet, but spring will be in the air once April rolls around, it will be in our hearts, in our steps, and in our car seats! It will be time to celebrate; we will have earned it. And what better ...

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Event Series Story Time

Story Time

Washburn Public Library 307 Washington Ave., Washburn, WI

Each Wednesday at 10 am the kids’ area in the upstairs becomes a place for storybook wonder and excitement when we host 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 generally just have fun. It’s a great ...

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Washburn Get Lit Literature Festival

It’s Back! The Washburn Get Lit Literature Festival is coming your way April 11th and 12th. This two-day event promises fun for all ages, with activities including author readings, book signings, an adult book fair, fairy tale ball and more. We're thrilled to announce that Wendy Webb, bestselling, award-winning author of eight novels of gothic ...

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Write This Way

10am – 1pm at the Washburn Cultural Center Write this way is a gentle, fun, and encouraging class-workshop focused on how to start writing and keep writing. Both prompt and craft-driven, Write this Way explores “the big how” of the art of writing. Open to writers in all genres and at all levels, Parker will leverage ...

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Nature Journal Workshop

2pm – 3pm at the pavilion at Thompson’s West End Park Join the Superior Rivers Watershed Association’s Education Coordinator Emma Holtan to learn how to connect writing with nature through nature journaling! Emma will teach participants about the importance of and ways you can enjoy nature through the written word, leading the group through one ...

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Friday Night Book Swap

5pm – 7pm at The Club Do you have books sitting around the house that you read but don’t plan on reading again? Looking for something new or different but want to save some money? If so, then this event is for you! During the week of April 7th drop off any new or gently used ...

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Cary Morin Duo – StageNorth

StageNorth 123 W Omaha Street, Washburn, WI

Friday, April 11, 2025 7:30PM at StageNorth Listen Here! Internationally acclaimed as a mesmerizing live performer, Cary Morin’s soul-stirring voice and jaw-dropping fingerstyle guitar playing have captivated audiences for decades. “Cary is a unique and brilliant player, songwriter and singer. I have huge respect for his style and technique,” says legendary multi-instrumentalist and songwriter David ...

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Wendy Webb Author Talk and Book Signing

Wendy Webb Author Talk and Book Signing 9am – 11am at The Club The Washburn Chamber is proud to announce that author Wendy Webb will be in town for a book talk and signing on Saturday for the Get Lit Festival. Come and learn about Wendy and her unique genre. There will be time to ask ...

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Book Bash

9:30am – 12:00pm at Washburn Public Library If you have kids or grand-kids, you will not want to miss the 2nd Annual Book Bash! Kiddiwink Kids is putting on quite the show. There will be read alouds and book signings by local authors, crafts, sensory activities and a book fair all in the basement of the Washburn Public Library from ...

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