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.

Books and Jars

Washburn Public Library 307 Washington Ave., Washburn, WI

Guestimating Jars for Kids at the Washburn Public Library Stop by July 21st-26th to make your guess. Monday- Thursday. 10am-8pm Friday- 10am-5pm Saturday 10am. (Drawing will take place at noon.). Each child will be given six tickets to make their guesses. The closest guess without going over wins the contents of the jar and its ...

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Training on Volunteer Recruitment for Non-Profits

CORE Community Resources 257 Mannypenny Ave, Bayfield, WI, United States

Monday, July 21st: 12-3pm, CORE Community Resources Bayfield WI, Free, Light lunch provided Head of the Lakes United Way is partnering with local nonprofit organizations to provide training on volunteer recruitment. Learn how to create volunteer position descriptions and promote your volunteer needs. Network with other non-profit professionals who work with volunteers. Training is free ...

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Two Epic Nights Under the Tent: Electric Light & Gritty Rock Collide!

Big Top Chautauqua 32525 Ski Hill Road, Bayfield, Wisconsin

Big Top Chautauqua 32525 Ski Hill Rd, Bayfield, WI 54814 7/20/ and 7/21 Grounds 5:30pm Show 7:00/30 pm Get ready for a double-header weekend at Big Top! Sat, July 19, 7:30 PM: EVIL WOMAN—The American ELO delivers symphonic rock hits like “Mr. Blue Sky” in a dazzling light-filled tribute to Jeff Lynne. Sun, July 20, ...

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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

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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Tony Woiak History Festival

Harbor Table 130 W Harbor View Drive, Washburn, WI, United States

Tuesday, July 22nd, 7:30 p.m. Harbor Table, Washburn, WI $5 admin., Students free   “Washburn’s Airstrip and the Pilots Who Flew” Find out about Washburn's once busy airstrip and the pilots who flew. Learn about WWII Capt. and instructor, Tommy Peterson, and the "Flying Baker", Earl Johnson, and the heroic flights he made, saving lives ...

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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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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

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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Finale Reception for “Love Stories for the Lakefront”

Washburn Cultural Center 1 E Bayfield Street, Washburn, WI

4-6 PM , luly 24th at the Washburn Cultiral Center. Open to all "Love brings you home again" to Washburn and "Love Stories for the Lakefront", a multigenerational art show, brings you to Washburn's natural spaces near the lake. Washburn's sense of place is here at the show in the arts, and the people who ...

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Washburn Homecoming 2025

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