06/11/2026
What's Happening in the Chequamegon Bay for the next week?
• 06/11/2026
Let’s Make Acorn Flower – Chequamegon Food Co-Op. 11:30am. $15. With Co-op Employee Eric Bruskotter. We will be processing acorns into their edible form through cold leeching of tannins. Learn how to forage, store and eat acorns in this class. Sign up here: https://www.chequamegonfoodcoop.com/news-events/events/ 700 Main St W
• 06/11/2026
Ashland County’s 31st Annual Cleansweep Hazardous Materials Collection. New Location the ABC Raceway on Butterworth Road, about 3 miles south of Ashland between Highway 13 on the east and Beaser Ave on the west, from 2-6pm. Ashland County residents, businesses, farms, and schools can bring toxic and hazardous products to this event. Most can be disposed of at no charge, although some items (fluorescent light bulbs, batteries) charge a small fee. Check the web site for more information about what materials are and aren’t accepted. Farms and businesses need to pre-register by calling Northwest Regional Planning Commission at 715-635-2197. Help keep dangerous products and chemicals out of our local waterways and landfills by disposing of them safely at this event! Residents of neighboring counties can participate in Ashland County. Also accepted are controlled medications and prescriptions, and over the counter medications. Many thanks to the raceway’s board of directors for hosting the event! Bring your materials to the track and check it out while you’re there–races are held almost every Saturday night for a fun night watching local and regional racers. ***** Come after 3:30 PM to avoid long lines!! ***** For more information contact Lissa Radke, Ashland County UW Extension at 715-682-7017.
• 06/11/2026
Throw ‘N Go Workshop at Hatch Clayworks: Try the Pottery Wheel! 6-8pm. You create it, we finish it — a perfect date or friends night out! All inclusive for $50 per person! 209 Main St E. www.hatchclayworks.com
• 06/11/2026
TCG Thursdays – Play Unplugged. 6-8pm. Pokemon, Riftbound, Lorcana, MTG, Yu-Gi-oh!, SWU, and all other TCGs are welcome. Cost: $5 or 5 XP. Play Unplugged Game Room, 307 Main St W.
• 06/11/2026
Concert at H Pearson Plaza, Two Below Zero at 7pm. Free and open to the public. Bring your own chair. Address: 610 Lake Shore Drive West,(Behind Gowey Title on Main Street). Rain location: The Bohemian Hall. Questions email [email protected].
• 06/11/2026
Live in the Lounge featuring Floydian Slip – StageNorth. Join us for another Live in the Lounge performance featuring Floydian and Slip in an intimate listening room setting. https://purchase.bigtop.org/EventAvailability?EventId=25601 123 W Omaha St, Washburn.
• 06/12/2026
Coffee Conversations with Garry – StageNorth. 8:30am. Free Admission. A relaxed morning gathering focused on conversation, connection, and community. 123 W Omaha St, Washburn.
• 06/12/2026
Songs That Stayed – Big Top Chautauqua. 7:30pm. Celebrate 40 years of unforgettable music and memories with Songs That Stayed, a special evening featuring the Blue Canvas Orchestra under the tent at Big Top Chautauqua. Registration and tickets here. 32525 Ski Hill Rd, Bayfield.
• 06/12-13/2026
Iron River Community-Wide Wide Yard & Sidewalk Sales. 9am-5pm. Iron River, WI. For more information call 715-372-8558.
• 06/12-14/2026
Live Musical: The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee – Chequamegon Theatre Association. Directed by Lawrence Lee. Musical Direction by Joni Chapman. 12th & 13th show starts at 7pm. Show starts at 2pm on the 14th. More details and tickets here: https://ctatheatre.org/
• 06/13/2026
The Thunderbird Warrior Challenge – Mt. Ashwabay. 8am. This event combines trail running with obstacle challenges across scenic terrain. Participants of all skill levels can compete individually or as part of a team. The event supports Camp Benesi and its mission to serve veterans and Gold Star families. Admission cost varies by registration and is available online. 32525 Ski Hill Road| Info and sign up here: https://www.mtashwabay.org/thunderbird-warrior-challenge.html
• 06/13/2026
Farmer’s Market 8:30am-12:30pm. Fresh & Local Finds such as Produce, Meat, Prepared Food, Crafts, and More! New Location! The public parking lot across from City Hall. 601 Main St W.
• 06/13/2026
Lupine Festival in Cornucopia! 9am-5pm. Town wide yard sales, live music, art, jewelry, fresh local produce, plants, flowers, unique boutiques and spring sales at our local shops & restaurants. Come Celebrate Spring in Cornucopia!
• 06/13/2026
Yoga In the Park – Friends of Copper Falls State Park. 9-10am. Join Yoga instructor Lori Hall on the shore of beautiful Loon Lake for an hour of yoga stretches designed to improve flexibility, strength, balance, energy, and breath. Check Friends’ calendar for rescheduling due to inclement weather. https://sites.google.com/friendsofcopperfallssp.org/focfsp/calendar| Bring a mat and dress for the temperature. Park in the Loon Lake Beach parking lot and follow the paved walkway to the beach. The class may be moved to the pavilion in the event of light rain. Annual pass or daily use fee is required for vehicles entering the Park. Vehicle admission pass can be purchased online or at the Park Entrance.
• 06/13/2026
Summer Reading Carnival Kickoff/Bike Rodeo! – Vaughn Public Library. 10am-1pm. Join the Vaughn Public Library, Ashland Parks and Recreation, and UW extension for our annual summer reading kick-off carnival and bike rodeo! We’ll have all sorts of fun stations and a bounce house! You can also sign up for a fabulous summer reading challenges here! 502 Main St West.
• 06/13/2026
Raffle for a Cause – Bay Area Civic Center. 11am-10pm. A day of family fun & fund raising. Food trucks, 50/50 raffle, bucket raffles, games for all ages, live performances (Chris Kroeze, Brett & the Little Big Show, Comedian Dustin Nickerson), and 5k run! More details here: Raffle for a Cause 2026 Facebook. 320 Depot Dr.
• 06/13/2026
Marengo Meadow Bees – Chequamegon Bay Food Producers – Summer 2026 Farm Tours. 2-4pm. Riley and Rebecka Jolma offer a tour of their family apiary to show how their beekeeping hobby turned into a full-time job! Learn about raising bees, splitting hives, extracting honey, packaging, and the beneficial products made from honey and beeswax. bayfieldfoods.org/meet-your-farmers 67648 Jolma Road, Marengo.
• 06/13/2026
ABC Raceway Hall of Fame Night presented by Boomers Bar & Grille: Stock car racing. Hot Laps- 6:30pm. Racing-7pm. Grandstand opens at 5pm. For more information, go to www.abcraceway.com. 2187 Butterworth Road
• 06/13/2026
Throw ‘N Go Workshop at Hatch Clayworks: Try the Pottery Wheel! 11am-1pm. You create it, we finish it — a perfect date or friends night out! All inclusive for $50 per person! 209 Main St E. www.hatchclayworks.com
• 06/13/2026
Loony for Loons! (A drop in Ranger Program) – Northern Great Lakes Visitors Center. 1-4pm. Drop in to learn all about one of Wisconsin’s most beloved birds, the Common Loon! 29270 County Highway G.
• 06/13/2026
Trans and Nonbinary Game Night – Ashland Play Unplugged. 6-9pm. Calling all trans & nonbinary family and friends! Bring your favorite game, or enjoy one of ours from the game library. This is a safe space for trans and nonbinary people to come together for an evening of fun and games. No questions asked – if you think this event might be for you, you are welcome here! 307 Main St West.
• 06/13/2026
Live Music: Barry Riese – The Taphouse. 7pm. 532 West Bayfield Street, Washburn.
• 06/13/2026
American Stories w/ The Blue Canvas Orchestra – Big Top Chautauqua. 7:30pm. Stories as diverse as the tapestry of cultures that make up America, told with music, dialogue and beautiful imagery. Info and tickets here. 32525 Ski Hill Rd, Bayfield.
• 06/13/2026
The Marcus Rezak Band – Big Top Chautauqua. 10:30pm. Free Admission. Kick off the Trey Anastasio weekend with a late-night jam performance from The Marcus Rezak Band featuring soaring improvisation, deep grooves, and high-energy live music. The Big Top Chalet Deck, Bayfield.
• 06/14/2026
Ashland Baseball. 1:30pm. Lake Superior Sea Dogs vs. Ashland Merchants. Pufall Field, 901 11th Ave E.
• 06/14/2026
Flag Day Program at the Chequamegon Vets Center. 211 6th Street West. Program includes History of the Flag and flag raising at 3pm provided by the Boy Scouts and Elks Lodge #137 in conjunction with the Chequamegon Vets.
• 06/14/2026
Live Music – Big Top Chautauqua. 7:30pm. Trey Anastasio Solo Acoustic Tour. More details at bigtop.org
• 06/15/2026
Strong through the Shift: Muscle & Perimenopause Class – Chequamegon Food Co-Op. 6pm. Free. Instructor: Jill Gibbon, PWR Physical Therapy. Discover how strength training supports your body through perimenopause – boosting energy, bone density, and confidence. This class blends science, movement and empowerment in a welcoming space. Free, but please sign up. https://www.chequamegonfoodcoop.com/news-events/events/ 700 Main St W
• 06/16/2026
Talon Talk Live Raptor Program – Cable Natural History Museum. 2-3pm. Meet the Cable Natural History Museum’s live education raptors in person! Learn all about the amazing world of birds of prey from Naturalist Haley Selen in the Museum’s classroom. Please come early to find a seat. Donations welcome. 13470 County Hwy M, Cable.
• 06/16/2026
Community Dinner – Meatloaf – Chequamegon Food Co-Op. 4pm. $12. Meatloaf with Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Veggie, Side Salad and Dessert. Sign up here: https://www.chequamegonfoodcoop.com/news-events/events/ 700 Main St W
• 06/16/2026
Culver’s Donate while you Dine Fundraiser for Homeless Animals. 4-8pm. Join the Chequamegon Humane Association at Culver’s every 3rd Tuesday from May through September. 10% of net sales go directly to supporting our mission to care for homeless animals and find them forever homes! 2101 Lake Shore Drive.
• 06/16/2026
Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church Bingo, 5:30pm doors open - 6:30pm Games Begin. Progressive Black Out! Get out of the cold and enjoy some fun and warm company!
• 06/16/2026
Science on Tap – Bayfield County Groundwater Investigations: From Rain and Snowmelt to Lake Superior – The Alley Restaurant. 6:30pm. G. Graham is a hydrogeologist with the Wisconsin Geological and Natural History Survey. This talk will include information about the Bayfield County Hydro Atlas, an artesian well inventory, and their ongoing work looking at coastal wetlands and groundwater. More information to come. 806 Main St W.
• 06/17/2026
Monthly Grief Support Group offered by Regional Hospice Services. 1-2:30pm. The support group is open to anyone in the community who has experienced loss. We meet in a comfortable setting with no registration required, and it’s free of charge. Our confidential grief support groups offer understanding, education, support, and suggestions for coping. For more information visit www.regionalhospice.org/grief-support/ for complete schedule, times, and location or call 715-685-5151.
• 06/17/2026
D&D Encounters – Play Unplugged. Season 1 – Ravenloft: The Horrors Within. 6-9pm. Dread is back and scarier than ever! Join in on the adventure with D&D Encounters! Running June 10th through July 8th. This is season one of D&D Encounters. During our regular one-shot wednesdays, players will experience new adventures right from Wizards of the Coast themselves. Explore new Ravenloft content, build your own character or use a pre-built one, and more! Players of all skill levels are welcome! $5 entry fee, and you are welcomed to tip the DMs in store credit. 307 Main St. W.
• 06/17/2026
Bayfield Summer Concerts 2026 – Warren Nelson and Friends. 5:30pm. 131 S 1st St, Bayfield. https://www.warrennelson.com/
• 06/17/2026
The Alley – Karaoke. Every 3rd Wednesday. 8-11:30pm. Music by JD Bass. Karaoke Books will be out for signups 30 min before start time. Everyone attending may play the Spin to Win game. 808 Main Street West, Ashland.
• 06/18/2026
Loon Pontoon Tour at TBD – Cable Natural History Museum. 9am-12pm. Cost: $38 member/$48 non-member. Learn amazing facts about these ancient birds and the beautiful lakes where they live, while touring on a pontoon boat. A Museum Naturalist will share stories about the facts and fantasies behind this Northwoods icon. Meet at the Cable Natural History Museum at 9am and return by noon. Register here. Federal law requires children under the age of 13 to wear a USCG-approved life jacket while underway in an open vessel on federally controlled waters. Call 715-798-3890 or visit cablemuseum.org to check for location updates.
• 06/18/2026
Bingo Night – Boomers Tavern (formerly known as Zars). 5-6pm Bingo card sales. 6pm Bingo starts. $20 donation for 10 games of bingo. Drinks & food available for purchase. Prizes donated by local businesses and supporters. 100% of proceeds will benefit the Alzheimer’s Association. Questions: call Sandy at 715-663-1110.
• 06/18/2026
Family Night! Dinosaurs! – Vaughn Public Library. 6-7pm. Dino Collage! Scavenger Hunt! Dinosaur Origami! Sensory Bins! And right after we have a special guest giving a talk on dinosaurs and crocodiles! 502 Main St West.
• 06/18/2026
Museum After Hours: Pinned Butterflies – Cable Natural History Museum. 6-7:30pm. Cost: $15 member/$25 non-member. Adults are invited to join our Curator for an evening of playful learning at the Museum! Expect full access to exhibits, beverages and snacks, and a hands-on activity with materials provided in the classroom beginning at 6:30pm. Explore a butterfly pinning workshop and ethically sourced materials to take home. Registration is required by June 15 to participate in the butterfly pinning workshop. Register here. 13470 County Hwy M, Cable.
• 06/18/2026
TCG Thursdays – Play Unplugged. 6-8pm. Pokemon, Riftbound, Lorcana, MTG, Yu-Gi-oh!, SWU, and all other TCGs are welcome. Cost: $5 or 5 XP. Play Unplugged Game Room, 307 Main St W.
• 06/18/2026
Treasure on the Bay Bingo Night – The Sandbar. Last Bingo Night of the season. 6:30-8pm. Gather your crew and set sail for a night of bingo, $5 Rum Drinks and treasure to be won! Practice your best “ARRR!” and join us for a swashbucklin’ for good times, Talk Like a Pirate and Receive a FREE Bingo Card. $5 Pirate Punch and Rum Drinks. $2 Bingo cards and a treasure chest of prizes all night. Dress for the fun… Think Captain’s hats, nautical stripes, linen shirts, tropical prints, boat shoes, and your best Lake Superior lake life style. 2521 Lake Shore Drive W.
• 06/18/2026
Concert at H Pearson Plaza, Brody & the Roadies at 7pm. Free and open to the public. Bring your own chair. Address: 610 Lake Shore Drive West, (Behind Gowey Title on Main Street). Rain location Bohemian Hall. Questions email [email protected].
• 06/18/2026
Live in the Lounge featuring Cigarette Picnic – StageNorth. 7:30pm. Enjoy an intimate evening of live music with Cigarette Picnic during Big Top’s Live in the Lounge series. https://purchase.bigtop.org/EventAvailability?EventId=25601 | StageNorth, 123 W Omaha St, Washburn.
• 06/18-21/2026
Live Musical: The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee – The Chequamegon Theatre Association. Directed by Lawrence Lee. Musical Direction by Joni Chapman. 18th-20th show starts at 7pm. 21st the show starts at 2pm. See further details and buy tickets here: https://ctatheatre.org/
• 06/19/2026
Oredocker Golf Scramble – Oredocker Foundation. 9:30am. 4-person teams golfing 18 holes at beautiful Chequamegon Bay Golf Club in Ashland. Get your team together or we can help place you. Team cost of $400 includes 4 hole-in-one opportunities for each team member. Mulligans and proximity plays will be available for sale. 3000 Golf Course Rd.
• 06/19/2026
Juneteenth Pop Up & Shop – Bad River Lodge & Casino. 2-7pm. Join us for an afternoon filled with good vibes, local vendors, music, food, and community pride. Live DJ: Julian Gross. 15+ vendors from all over. Food & drinks available for purchase. All ages welcome – No cover charge. 73370 US-2.
• 06/19/2026
Hall of Fame Dinner – Ashland Oredocker Foundation. 5:30pm. Hall of Fame Class of 2026 Inductees: Time McGuire (Distinguished Service), Jean Martino Schopf, Rick Sundberg, Eric Lund, 1993 State Champion Football Team. or follow “Oredocker Foundation” on Facebook.Questions? Email [email protected] | Bay Area Civic Center, 320 Depot Dr.
• 06/19/2026
Throw ‘N Go Workshop at Hatch Clayworks: Try the Pottery Wheel! 6-8pm. You create it, we finish it — a perfect date or friends night out! All inclusive for $50 per person! 209 Main St E. www.hatchclayworks.com
• 06/19/2026
Live Music: Daryl Yankee – The Taphouse. 7pm. 532 West Bayfield Street, Washburn.
• 06/19/2026
A Salute to the Music of Prince: Chase & Ovation – Big Top Chautauqua. 7:30pm. Chase & Ovation is the World’s “Paramount Prince Tribute Show” based out of Prince’s beloved hometown of Minneapolis, MN. Chase has been traveling North America performing exclusively the music of Prince (live in concert) for the past 16 years including their monthly residency at the world-famous Bunkers Music Bar in Minneapolis, made famous by Prince himself. 32525 Ski Hill Rd, Bayfield. Tickets and info here: https://purchase.bigtop.org/EventAvailability
• 06/20/2026
Apostle Islands Inline Marathon & ALMT Half-Marathon and Mad Skate, Madeline Island. For more information, call 715-682-2500, or click here to visit the website.
• 06/20/2026
The Washburn City-wide Garage Sale, 8am-2pm. Click this link for a map https://washburnchamber.com/events/washburn-city-wide-garage-sale/ or call here at 715-373-5017.
• 06/20/2026
Farmer’s Market 8:30am-12:30pm. Fresh & Local Finds such as Produce, Meat, Prepared Food, Crafts, and More! New Location! The public parking lot across from City Hall. 601 Main St W.
• 6/20/2026
Chequamegon Vets Brat Fry at Taste of Wisconsin, 601 Lake Shore Dr Et, 10am-4pm. *Recipients TBD.* Questions call 715-209-6360.
• 06/20/2026
Golf Classic – Cable Natural History Museum. The Cable Natural History Museum invites you to play in our annual golf event! 18-hole Best Ball will be played on the TOIX and Deerprint courses, located midway between Cable and Drummond along Lake Owen Drive. Enjoy lunch (for players/spectators) prior to golf and wrap up with refreshments, prizes, and awards. Proper country club attire is required. Call the Museum at 715-798-3890 to register and/or for more information or find the registration form and information letter below. Download Registration form here: 2026 Golf Registration Form and Letter 15535 Eagle K**b Road, Cable
• 06/20/2026
Music in the Park: World Flutes & Nature Sounds – Friends of Copper Falls State Park. 1-2:30pm. Relax and experience music and storytelling at the Nature Center (near the Doughboy Trail parking lot). For more information about Ryan Meisel and his performance go to https://www.meiselmusic.net/spiritual-currents Admission pass required for vehicles entering the park. Pets are not permitted at this site in the park. If it rains, the event will move to the historic park pavilion. Copper Falls State Park, 36764 Copper Falls Road, Mellen.
• 06/20/2026
Throw ‘N Go Workshop at Hatch Clayworks: Try the Pottery Wheel! 3-5pm. You create it, we finish it — a perfect date or friends night out! All inclusive for $50 per person! 209 Main St E. www.hatchclayworks.com
• 06/20/2026
ABC Raceway Mt Dew Six Cylinder Slam: Stock car racing. Regular season races on Saturday night. Hot Laps- 6:30pm. Racing-7pm. Grandstand opens at 5pm. For more information, go to www.abcraceway.com. 2187 Butterworth Road.
• 06/20/2026
Bad River Casino Presents John Elvis Lyons & his Jailhouse Hound Dogs. Elvis Tribute Concert – A Salute to The King of Rock N’ Roll! 7-10pm. badriver.com 73370 US-2
• 06/20/2026
Live Music: Javier Trejo – The Taphouse. 7pm. 532 West Bayfield Street, Washburn.
• 06/20-21/2026
43rd Annual Fathers Day Weekend Fishing Tournament. 3pm. Father’s Day Weekend fishing tournament, Family Friendly Kids under 15 free. Raffle on Sunday after tournament. All Persons on board must have ticket stub for that boat to register fish (except kids). All qualified fish must be caught on a boat that departs from and returns. Port Wing Harbor. 9130 Beach Rd, Port Wing.
• 06/21/2026 – Happy Father’s Day
• 06/21/2026
Pancakes in the Park – Friends of Copper Falls State Park. 8:30-12pm. Come on down to the Historic Pavilion, enjoy made-from-scratch pancakes served with locally made maple syrup, served with bacon, fresh fruit and more. Sponsored by the Trails Committee all proceeds go toward maintaining the ski/bike/hike trails within CFSP. The event is outdoors but sheltered seating is available in the pavilion. Annual pass or daily use fee is required to enter the Park. Vehicle admission pass can be purchased online or at the Park Entrance. Copper Falls State Park, Historic Pavilion, 36764 Copper Falls Road, Mellen.
• 06/21/2026
All American Circus – Bay Area Civic Center. 4pm. Make the most of our online special prices with tickets starting at $5 per person when you purchase a Family Saver (offer LIMITED and only available online, so be quick). https://allamericancircus.com/| 320 Depot Dr.
• 06/21/2026
City of Ashland Make Music Day – City wide. Live Music! Feel free to grab a street corner and play your own acoustic music as well. Questions email [email protected].
• 06/21/2026
Summer Solstice Yoga and Sound Healing – Big Top Chautauqua. 7:30pm. Celebrate the longest day of the year with an uplifting yoga practice led by Sydney Clemmons followed by a restorative sound healing experience with Natalie Stone in the beautiful setting of Big Top Chautauqua. 32525 Ski Hill Rd, Bayfield.
For a list of all the events happening in the Chequamegon Bay go to https://www.visitashland.com/calendar/
