September 2026 Events listed below:
- 09/02/2026
Forest Lodge Estate Tour – Cable Natural History Museum. 9am-11:30am. Register by: September 1. Cost: $10 member/$15 non-member. Explore the historic Forest Lodge Estate with a local tour guide. Participants will be on their feet for 2.5 hours, walking less than a mile over uneven terrain, rain or shine. Meet your guide at the Forest Lodge Nature Trail parking lot. Register here.| Garmisch Road, Cable. - 09/02/2026
Weekly RPG Night – One-shot Wednesday – Play Unplugged. Time: 6pm, or 5pm if you want help rolling up a new character. Cost: $5 (plus we encourage players to tip their GM in store credit). Want to play a little D&D without the commitment of a long campaign? We have you covered! Play Unplugged hires Game Masters to provide you with a quality gaming experience in a fun, social atmosphere. Each week the adventure will be wrapped up by the end of the night so you can drop in and drop out to fit your schedule. All experience levels welcome, even if you’ve never played an RPG before! 307 Main St W. - 09/02/2026
Bayfield Summer Concerts – Friends of the Minnesota Bach Ensemble. 5:30pm. https://content.thespco.org/people/mary-jo-gothmann/ | https://www.minnesotaorchestra.org/about/our-people/orchestra-musicians/cecilia-belcher | https://content.thespco.org/people/richard-belcher/ | Bayfield Presbyterian Church, 306 Washington Ave., Bayfield - 09/02/2026
Coffee & Conversations with Garry – StageNorth. 5:30-7pm. Free. Join Ashwabay Alliance Executive Director Garry Schalla for an informal conversation about what is happening across Big Top Chautauqua, Mt. Ashwabay, StageNorth, and The Backstage. Hear updates, ask questions, share ideas, and connect with others who care about the future of the Alliance. More information: https://www.bigtop.org/.
123 W. Omaha St., Washburn. - 09/02/2026
Open Mic Night with Tim Heil – The Backstage and Big Top Box Office. 6pm. Admission: Free. The Backstage continues its Open Mic Night series with host Tim Heil. Performers and audience members are welcome for an evening of local creativity and connection. More information: https://www.bigtop.org/thebackstage.html| 84810 State Hwy. 13, Bayfield. - 09/02/2026
Outdoor Movie Night: School of Rock – Vaughn Public Library. 7:30-11pm. The movie starts at sunset! Pearson Plaza, 610 Main St W. - 09/03/2026
Veterans Fishing Outing. 7am-3pm. Fishing 8am-12pm. Fresh Fish Fry 12pm-3pm. Veterans sign-up to fish. Captains sign-up a boat. For more information call Erik Pero 715-209-3715. Kreher Park in Ashland, 200 Prentice Ave N. - 09/03/2026
City of Ashland Concerts in the Park Prentice Park Pavillion – Free Range Rick at 7pm. Park Rd. Questions email cjfanucci@coawi.org - 09/03/2026
Live in the Lounge: The Good Time Castaways – StageNorth. 7:30pm. Admission: donation-based. More information: https://www.bigtop.org/stagenorth.html| 123 W. Omaha St., Washburn. - 09/04/2026
A 2nd Look Fall Open House. 10am-5pm. 311 Main Street West. - 09/04/2026
Wisconsin Parkinson Association: Chequamegon Bay Area Parkinson’s Support Group. You are not alone. Our meetings are 1pm the first Friday of each month at the Ashland Enrichment Center, 715-682-2776, 400 Chapple Ave. The Bay Area Parkinson’ s Support Group was created to provide encouragement and education for people living with Parkinson’s and their caregivers in the Ashland and Bayfield County area. Questions can be directed to Reggie Holmes: bapsg2024@gmail.com. - 09/04/2026
Art of Aging – Northern Great Lakes Visitors Center. 11am. Monthly Coffee & Conversations on Topics Related to Aging Well. Contact: Heidi Ungrodt, 715-373-3288, heidi.ungrodt@wisc.edu. More info here: https://bayfield.extension.wisc.edu/the-art-of-aging/ Multi Purpose Room of Northern Great Lakes Visitors Cener, 29270 Co Hwy G. - 09/04/2026
Friday Frequency: DJ Wildflower – StageNorth. 7:30pm. Join StageNorth on Friday Frequency featuring DJ Wildflower. www.bigtop.org | 123 W. Omaha St., Washburn. - 09/04-07/2026
Glidden Community Fair, Marion Park, Glidden WI. FOUR BIG DAYS! No pets allowed in the park. Complete Schedule can be found on Facebook. - 09/05/2026
Sports ONLY Card Show – The Union. 9am-3pm. Inaugural biennial event. Admission FREE (cash bar available too). Vendors can pay $40 for a table to sell cards. Contact: Coach K (Dan) 763-445-0177 landline. Email: ragnar61@hotmail.com. Located 100 Main St West. - 09/05/2026
Labyrinth and Peace Pole Program Planned at Saron Lutheran Church. 10am-12pm. Presenter Barrie Carter Gibby, an Advanced Certified Labyrinth Facilitator with Veriditas, will discuss the history and meaning of labyrinths and their use today for prayer, meditation, intention and personal reflection. Following Gibby’s presentation, participants will be invited to walk the outdoor labyrinth, weather permitting. An indoor labyrinth will be available if needed. The program will begin in the church’s lower-level fellowship hall at 517 9th Ave West. - 09/05/2026
Waterfall Hike: North Country Trail – Heritage Chapter. 10am. Leader: Bethany Thomas, Wisconsin Master Naturalist, President of the Heritage Chapter. Directions: From Hurley WI: Take Hwy 77 west to Casey Sage Road, turn right (North), follow signs to Foster Falls. Hike: Easy hike on new trail. 4 miles total. Breaks and lunch stop. Hike along the Potato River. Bring a lunch and wear what you will be comfortable in. This is an in and back hike. Questions: sally65bones@gmail.com. - 09/05/2026
67th Annual Fish Boil. 2-7pm. Wisconsin’s largest fish boil! Port Wing, WI. - 09/05/2026
The Wallflowers – Big Top Chautauqua. 7:30pm. Album: Bringing Down the Horse played in it’s entirety plus a bonus LP. Tickets and more info here.| 32525 Ski Hill Rd, Bayfield. - 09/05-06/2026
Labor Day Classic Tournament – Chequamegon Bay Golf Club. For more information call 715-682-8004. - 09/06/2026
2nd Annual Neighborly Bar Labor Day Shootout at Sports Hollow with wild game feed. All skill levels welcome. For more information call 715-682-9908. - 09/06/2026
38th Annual Arts+Crafts Show – Booths up at about 11am. 75th Lion’s Club Annual Fall Festival, complete with parades, car show, flower show, pie sale, 10k run, 5k walk, food, prizes & more. Port Wing, WI. - 09/06/2026
Production Lesson with Steve – Big Top Chautauqua. Time: 2pm. Admission: $10. Go behind the scenes at the Big Top during an educational production lesson with Steve and learn more about what goes into creating a live performance beneath the tent. More information: https://www.bigtop.org/ | 32525 Ski Hill Rd., Bayfield. - 09/06/2026
30th Anniversary Party – White Winter Mead, Cider, and Spirits. 12-6pm. Celebrate three decades of craft mead, cider, and spirits as we toast to the end of summer! Join us for a milestone celebration 30 years in the making. The Main Feast: Meadmaker Jon is firing up the smoker to serve his famous smoked pig. Drink Selection: Enjoy a curated lineup featuring brand-new releases alongside your favorite returning classics. The Occasion: A special gathering to mark our 30th anniversary and the close of the summer season. Register here.| 68323 Lea St A, Iron River. - 09/08/2026
Bizhiki School Show and Evening Show – The Big Top. Time: 7:30pm. Admission: Children under 16 can attend free. Further admission info available online. Bizhiki brings its unique performance to the Big Top for a special school program followed by an evening show for the community. More information: https://www.bigtop.org/ | 32525 Ski Hill Rd., Bayfield. - 09/09/2026
How to Fill Your Basket: A Comprehensive Course for Finding Abundant Wild Mushrooms – Cable Natural History Museum. 1-4pm at the Jackson Burke House. Register by: September 5. Cost: $35 member/$45 non-member. Join Arne Martinson from the Wisconsin Mycological Society as he clues you in to professional methods for finding YOUR mushroom spot. During an outdoor mushroom foray, participants will learn how to use various environmental cues to find mushroom locations that produce year after year. You will have a chance to harvest your own mushrooms and we will cover basic safety guidelines and legal requirements for foraging. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Be prepared for walking over uneven terrain. Directions to the meeting place will be sent by email the week prior. For more info visit cablemuseum.org or call the Cable Natural History Museum at 715-798-3890. - 09/09/2026
Weekly RPG Night – One-shot Wednesday – Play Unplugged. Time: 6pm, or 5pm if you want help rolling up a new character. Cost: $5 (plus we encourage players to tip their GM in store credit). Want to play a little D&D without the commitment of a long campaign? We have you covered! Play Unplugged hires Game Masters to provide you with a quality gaming experience in a fun, social atmosphere. Each week the adventure will be wrapped up by the end of the night so you can drop in and drop out to fit your schedule. All experience levels welcome, even if you’ve never played an RPG before! 307 Main St W. - 09/09, 15, & 25/2026
Robin Greenfield book signing and food sampling – Vaughn Library. 6-8:30pm. Part 1 of a 3-part food & foraging education series. Attend all events for a chance to win a foraging session with Robin. Part 2 is on Sept 15th and part 3 is on Sept 25th. Details for part 2 and 3 found below on this calendar. Room 301 Vaughn Library, 502 Main St W. - 09/10/2026
Museum After Hours: Pinned Butterflies – Cable Natural History Museum. 5:30-7:30pm. Cost: $15 member/$25 non-member. Join the Cable Natural History Museum’s 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 6pm. Explore a butterfly pinning workshop and ethically sourced materials to take home. Ages 21+. For more info visit cablemuseum.org or call the Cable Natural History Museum at 715-798-3890. Register by: September 7th. 3470 Co Hwy M, Cable. - 09/10/2026
Trampled by Turtles with The Last Revel – The Big Top. 7:30pm. Tickets range from $56 to $71. Minnesota favorites Trampled by Turtles return to the Big Top for an unforgettable evening of energetic bluegrass and Americana music, joined by special guest The Last Revel. Get tickets here. | 32525 Ski Hill Rd, Bayfield. - 09/10/2026
City of Ashland Concerts in the Park at H Pearson Plaza, Fleshwound 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 jfanucci@coawi.org. - 09/10/2026
Sign-up Deadline for Retreat: Return to the Sacred – Wild Rice Retreat. Retreat is scheduled for Sept 17th-20th. Register before Sept 10th. Spaces limited. Call with questions at 269-999-6944. See full details here. | 84860 Old San Rd, Bayfield - 09/11/2026
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! www.hatchclayworks.com use the code CHAMBER to save $10. 209 Main St E. - 09/11/2026
25th Anniversary 9/11 Commemoration – Sponsored by: American Legion Post 90, VFW Post 690, and The Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center. 6:30pm. Opening Ceremony followed by remarks by Andy Traaholt, Commander, VFW Post 690. Featuring a showing of the documentary: The Heroism and Resilience of 911: from Tragedy to Triumph. Join us as we remember the lives lost, honor the first responders and all who showed courage, and reflect on the enduring spirit of our nation. 29270 County Hwy G. - 09/11/2026
Old Last Night with the Blue Canvas Orchestra – The Big Top. 7:30pm. Tickets: current pricing available online. Celebrate a beloved Big Top tradition 40 years in the making during this special end-of-season evening beneath the Big Blue Tent. More information and tickets: https://www.bigtop.org/|32525 Ski Hill Rd., Bayfield. - 09/11/2026
Strut Your Mutt – White Winter Mead, Cider, Spirits. Dust off your sneakers and grab your favorite four-legged walking buddy! It’s time to show off those paws and enjoy a gorgeous late-summer afternoon together. Whether you’ve got a fast-paced husky or a happy-go-lucky corgi, all mutts (and purebreds!) are welcome to strut their stuff. Entry Fee: $10 per dog. Every registered pup gets an exclusive Strut Your Mutt bandana to wear during the walk and keep for future bragging rights! Click here for registration and safety policy. | 68323 Lea St A, Iron River. - 09/11-12/2026
Gun & Knife Show at the Bay Area Civic Center. - 09/11-12/2026
Market on Main Fall Open House. Refreshments served. 515 Main Street West. - 09/12/2025
Red Bicycle Fall Open House! Join us for treats and sales! 618 Main Street West - 09/12/2026
Ashland Mural Fest & Classic Car Show, downtown Ashland, 10am-3pm. Mural Trolley Tours, Fun Music, Cornhole Tournament, Car Show, Craft & Food Vendors and Music. For more information, call 715-682-2500. Mural Fest Craft Vendors Mural Fest Car Show. - 09/12/2026
Sharing The Harvest. 10am-5pm. All proceeds will benefit The Brick. 50/50 Giveaway! Raffle Baskets to Win! Come join us for a good time for a good cause! Sponsored by Saron Lutheran Church, Good Shepherd Lutheran Church with support from area churches. For questions please contact Sherri Mettler 715-292-0404 or Vicki Galik 715-292-4706. Neighborly Bar, 1301 Main St W. - 09/12/2026
Oulu Fest & Raffle. Noon-4pm. Raffles, Ethnic Food, and Live Music! To order tickets call: 715-372-4793. Oulu Cultural Center, 71055 Muskeg Road, Iron River. - 09/12/2026
Chick-uamegon Women’s 1mile/5K/10K. GIRLS just wanna have FUN! We have a race for everyone! Get your girlfriends together and come to Ashland dressed in your blingest best and walk, run, skip or jump in the eighth annual Chick-uamegon 1-mile/5k/10k walk/run. This is truly a FUN RUN. In place of tiaras, each finishing chick will receive a $5 Chamber Dollar Certificate to be spent in our community, at Bricks and Mortar Chamber Member Businesses. Ashland Retailers will have specials. Prizes will be given away to; 3 places for Blingest or Best Costume ( $50/$25/$25 in Chamber Dollars); Best Dressed Volunteer ($20); 3 random drawings (each $20 in Chamber Dollars) For more information go to www.chick-uamegon.com - 09/12/2026
Butternut Community Potluck & Oktoberfest. 4-7pm. Free. This is a community pot luck with live entertainment sponsored by the Butternut Area Historical Society. It reminds us of old fashioned dishes that grandma made and all the traditions and cultural aspects that surround each offering. The Society also wanted a way to bring the Butternut community together and to thank the people for all their support. The Butternut Area Historical Society provides brats and coffee. We asked that attendees bring a dish to pass if possible… hopefully a traditional dish that you make for special occasions. We have beer and wine for sale. George Faltinosky will entertain the crowd with his fabulous accordion backed up by the amazing drum talents of John Lynch. The event is completely free, though free will donations are always appreciated. For more information call Kelly at 715-661-4814. Butternut Village Pavilion on Michigan Street in Butternut. - 09/12/2026
An Evening Under the Trees – Mt. Ashwabay. 6pm. $250 per ticket. Tickets are now available for a magical Evening Under the Trees at Mt. Ashwabay. Enjoy delicious food and drinks, browse the silent auction, and gather with the Mt. Ashwabay community beneath the trees and twinkling lights. The ticket price includes $95 for dinner and the event experience, with the remaining $155 serving as a tax-deductible donation supporting Mt. Ashwabay. More information and tickets: https://www.mtashwabay.org/an-evening-under-the-trees.html| 32525 Ski Hill Rd., Bayfield. - 09/12/2026
Music at the Black Cat Coffeehouse, Floydian Slip. 7-10pm. 211 Chapple Ave, Ashland. - 09/12-13/2026
22nd Annual Cornucopia Art Crawl. Saturday and Sunday 10am-4pm. Promoting local area artists and businesses. More information can be found here. - 09/12-13/2026
Bayfield Festival of the Arts. Saturday: 10am – 5 pm. Sunday: 10am – 4pm. Join us for the Annual Bayfield Festival of Arts! This juried fine arts show is held in Memorial Park on the scenic shores of Lake Superior in downtown Bayfield. More details here. - 09/12-20/2026
Bayfield Art Escape. “Art Escape” is a nine-day celebration of all things art across Bayfield County and Madeline Island held September 12-20, 2026. More information here. - 09/13/2026
Packers vs. Vikings – Neighborly Bar. Party in the street starts at 11am! Music, Games, Raffles, Food, Drink Specials, and Much More! Cold Beer, Good Friends, and Great Games! Packers jerseys for sale (sizes small-5xl). $5 from every jersey sold with be donated to the APD dog! 1301 Main St W. - 09/13/2026
Bunco! – Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Community. 1-3pm. Ladies, come enjoy an afternoon of friends, fun, laughter, and Bunco – for just $5! Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church Socal Hall, 201 Lake Shore Drive E. - 09/15/2026
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. For more info visit cablemuseum.org or call the Cable Natural History Museum at 715-798-3890. 3470 Co Hwy M, Cable. - 09/15/2026
Together We Heal | NWCC Grief Support Group – Tamarack Health Ashland Medical Center. 3-4:30pm. Grief can be overwhelming, isolating and have profound impacts on the way we live our lives. Together, we will learn more about the different types of grief, effects grief can have, and healthy coping skills. While we navigate these waters, we will also create a safe space for sharing our experiences with loss. We meet in room #210 of Vaughn Library. 502 Main St. W. - 09/15, & 25/2026
Book Club with Robin Greenfield – Vaughn Library. 6-7:30pm. Copies of “Food Freedom” are available at the Vaughn Library from the author. $10 suggested donation will go directly to Bad River Food Sovereignty & Mino Bimaadiziiwin Gitigaanin (The Good Life Farm). Part 2 of a 3-part food and foraging education series. Part 1 is on September 9th and part 3 is on September 25th. Attend all three events for a chance to win a foraging session with Robin. Details for other days found on this calendar. Room 301, Vaughn Library, 502 Main St W. - 09/15/2026
Trivia Mafia – The Alley. Tuesdays at 6:30pm. The World’s Greatest Bar Trivia! Free to play. Fabulous prizes. Fun for all. Harness the power of useless knowledge! More info at triviamafia.com|The Alley, 808 Main St. W. - 09/16/2026
Sounds of the Elk! (Master Naturalist Advanced Training) – Cable Natural History Museum. 6-9am. Cost: $15 member/$25 non-member. Join elk biologist Joshua Spiegel in calling for the bulls! Carpool and caravan to several locations to hear elk bugling. Dress for the weather and be prepared to drive on forest roads and walk over uneven terrain in low light conditions. You don’t have to be a certified Master Naturalist to participate! Any adult learners are welcome. For more info visit cablemuseum.org or call the Cable Natural History Museum at 715-798-3890. Register by: September 13. 13470 County Highway M, Cable. - 09/16/2026
Monthly Grief Support Group offered by Regional Hospice Services. The group meets on the Third Wednesday of each month at 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. - 09/16/2026
Basic Mushroom Identification – Cable Natural History Museum. 1-4pm. Cost: $35 member/$45 non-member. Join Arne Martinson from the Wisconsin Mycological Society for a lesson on mushroom identification. We will cover methods such as observing physical characteristics, spore prints, using a mushroom guide, and observing environmental cues. All skill levels and ages are welcome. Be prepared for walking over uneven terrain. Directions to the meeting place will be sent by email the week prior. For more info visit cablemuseum.org or call the Cable Natural History Museum at 715-798-3890. - 09/16/2026
Weekly RPG Night – One-shot Wednesday – Play Unplugged. Time: 6pm, or 5pm if you want help rolling up a new character. Cost: $5 (plus we encourage players to tip their GM in store credit). Want to play a little D&D without the commitment of a long campaign? We have you covered! Play Unplugged hires Game Masters to provide you with a quality gaming experience in a fun, social atmosphere. Each week the adventure will be wrapped up by the end of the night so you can drop in and drop out to fit your schedule. All experience levels welcome, even if you’ve never played an RPG before! 307 Main St W. - 09/16/2026
Open Mic Night at The Backstage. 6pm. Get up on stage or grab a seat and listen! Musicians, singers, songwriters, storytellers, comedians, and audience members are welcome for an evening of local creativity, live entertainment, drinks, and community. More information: https://www.bigtop.org/lineup.html| 84810 State Hwy. 13, Bayfield. - 09/17/2026
Vegetable Gallette – Chequamegon Food Coop. 5pm. $15. Learn how to pair flaky, buttery pastry crust with a rich layer of melted cheese and roasted seasonal vegetables in this dish. Spots limited. Sign up here: https://www.chequamegonfoodcoop.com/news-events/events/| 700 Main St W. - 09/17/2026
Military Speaker Series: Author Mike O’Connor presents: Badger Aces: Wisconsin Fighter Aces 1917-1972 – Chequamegon Veterans. 6pm. Free and open to the public. Mike O’Connor is the author of “Ace of Aces: The Dick Bong Story.” Help keep history alive and learn about these Wisconsin heroes of the air. 211 6th St West. - 09/17/2026
Family Night: Super Heroes – Vaughn Public Library. 6-7pm. Obstacle course, make a super hero mask, photo booth, and sensory bins. 502 Main St W. - 09/17/2026
Live in the Lounge: Cigarette Picnic – StageNorth. 7:30pm. Admission: donation-based. More information: https://www.bigtop.org/stagenorth.html| 123 W. Omaha St., Washburn. - 09/18/2026
A Day at the Beaches: Past and Present Geology of Chequamegon Bay (Master Naturalist Advanced Training) – Cable Natural History Museum. 10am-3pm. Cost: $35 member/$45 non-member. Dip your toes into modern beach processes on Lake Superior and your imagination into beach formation around Glacial Lake Duluth, 11,000 years ago. Geologist Dave Ullman will help us understand how and why the beaches formed high on the Bayfield Peninsula and what they mean for the hydrology of our region today. For more info visit cablemuseum.org or call the Cable Natural History Museum at 715-798-3890. Register by: September 14. Located at Cornucopia Beach. - 09/19/2026
Chequamegon MTB Festival, American Birkebeiner Trailhead 42225 Telemark Rd, Cable. 715-798-3594. For more information, visit www.cheqfattire.com. - 09/19/2026
Summer Clean Up Days – City of Ashland. 8am-Noon. Open to Residents of Ashland Only. Proof of Residency Required. Examples of accepted items at drop off sites: appliances without freon, non-food household trash, old patio sets/umbrellas, kitchen tables/chairs/nonpadded furniture, mattresses, couches, recliners, bicycles, clothing, and toys. | Demolition accepted and charged per load: $10 up to single axle trailer. $30 for dump vehicles/trailers and over double axles. | No contractor/jobsite waste. Cash/check only-payable to the City of Ashland – no credit cards. |Located 405 Industrial Park Rd. Questions? Call City of Ashland Public Works Dept. 715-682-7061. - 09/19/2026
Clam Lake Elk Fest Downtown Clam Lake. 10am. FREE! Elk fest is timed to be at the peak of elk bugling season. Many people visit the area to go into the forest and listen to the sounds. The Elk Country ATV club puts on a roasted chicken dinner with all the trimmings. Large area for vendor exhibits with free vendor space with many vendors displaying and selling. A fun nature walk with kids with hidden elk and deer antlers in the woods – kids can find antlers to earn entries in a prize raffle! DNR Elk Education Presentation and live music during the day. 715- 310-4857. Located in Downtown Clam Lake. - 09/19/2026
Fall Festival – Copper Falls State Park. 10am-3pm. Live Music, Brat Fry, Vendor Booths, Apple Cider Press, Pumpkin Painting, 50/50 Raffle, and So Much More! Admission Pass required for vehicles entering the park. 36764 Copper Falls Rd. - 09/19/2026
Community Picinic Celebrate National Recovery Month at the Central Railyard Park. 11am-3pm. Everyone invited – Fun for the whole family. Free food, Pick-up softball game, yard games, recovery resources and education, kid’s activities, music & more. 315 6th St W. - 09/19/2026
John Mano Plays Harp – Vaughn Public Library. 11am-1pm. VPL Fireplace Lounge. 502 Main St West. - 09/19/2026
Pinestick Acres – Chequamegon Bay Food Producers – Summer 2026 Farm Tours. 2-4pm. Renee and Chris Bolz’s farm is a meat-lover’s dream as they raise lamb, pork, chicken, and beef, as well as some vegetables and baked goods. They have built and impressive operation since starting their family farm adventure in 2015, and you can hear their entertaining stories about what has made their farm a success. pinestickacres.com | 63700 Vranes Road. - 09/19/2026
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! www.hatchclayworks.com use the code CHAMBER to save $10. 209 Main St E. - 09/19/2026
The Whole Shebang: The Ultimate Elton John Tribute. Doors open at 6pm. Show starts at 7pm. Tickets are $20 general admission. Covering Elton’s career from 1967-2025, if you are an Elton John fan, this is one show that you don’t want to miss! 113 E Aurora St, Ironwood, Michigan. - 09/19/2026
Charlie Parr with the Nick Foytik Band – StageNorth. 7:30pm. Tickets range from $25 to $35 depending on seating. Minnesota folk and blues musician Charlie Parr takes the StageNorth stage for an intimate live performance, joined by the Nick Foytik Band. More information: https://www.bigtop.org/| 123 W Omaha St, Washburn. - 09/19/2026
Live Music: Million Dollar McGraw! – Bad River Lodge & Casino. 8:30pm. No cover. Must be 21+ to enter. Featuring: Doug Allen Nash. The Million Dollar McGraw show is unlike anything else in America, a one-of-a-kind entertainment experience that combines the biggest hits of Tim McGraw, Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, and more! 73370 US-2, Ashland. - 09/19-20/2026
Northern Aged Iron Tractor & Threshing Show. Gates open at 8am both days. $5 Show button admission will get you in for both days. 12 and under free. Threshing Exhibits, Kids activities, Flea & Craft Market, Food, Sunday Pancake Breakfast and Raffles. For more information call 715-274-7807. Northern Aged Iron Show Grounds, 38565 State Hwy 13, Highbridge. 20 miles S. of Ashland and 4 miles N. of Mellen on Highway 13. - 09/20/2026
Clothing Repairs Class w/ Nicole Kriedman – Chequamegon Food Co-Op. 2-4pm. $15 Curious about sashiko or artful clothing mends? Bring a clothing item that needs a small repair that you will learn to fix. I will cover the basic tools that you may already have at home to begin your mending journey. No sewing machine required! Register here: https://www.chequamegonfoodcoop.com/news-events/events/ | 700 Main St W. - 09/20/2026
Bohemian Hall Fundraiser Celebration – Bohemian Hall. 3-6pm. Tickets are $100 each and there are $25,000 in prizes. Only 500 sold. Win some great cash prizes! 2 meals included with the purchase of each ticket. Tickets available from Nancy Sztyndor 845-721-4729, Gail Pufall 715-682-8409, Kevin Kitchak 715-319-5579, The Barrel Inn, and The Ashland Chamber of Commerce and various other people. 319 11th Ave E. - 09/21/2026
Birding For Beginners – Vaughn Library. 6-7pm. Want to know what all the bird nerds get so excited about? Join the VPL for a short lesson in Birding for Beginners. This is a program designed for those who would like to get into birding, but don’t know where to start! 502 Main St W. - 09/21 & 28/2026
Christmas Concert Registration – Chequamegon Area Choir. Registration is Sept 21st & 28th starting at 6pm. We invite you to join us on Monday evenings in preparation for our 54th Annual Christmas Concert at St Louis Catholic Church in Washburn. No auditions necessary! All levels of musicianship for persons age 16+ are welcome. For questions, email us at: medpowers@charter.net. Check us out at our website or on Facebook: www.cacvoices.com | www.facebook.com/cacvoices | 707 Washington Ave, Washburn. - 09/22/2026
Together We Heal | NWCC Grief Support Group – Tamarack Health Ashland Medical Center. 3-4:30pm. Grief can be overwhelming, isolating and have profound impacts on the way we live our lives. Together, we will learn more about the different types of grief, effects grief can have, and healthy coping skills. While we navigate these waters, we will also create a safe space for sharing our experiences with loss. We meet in room #210 of Vaughn Library. 502 Main St. W. - 09/22/2026
Courageous Connections Cancer Support Group – Tamarack Health Ashland Medical Center. 3-4pm. Join us for a safe and welcoming space to share experiences, find support, and connect with others impacted by cancer. Open to patients and caregivers alike, our monthly group features guest speakers covering topics such as coping with fear, emotional impacts of cancer, finding hope, and more. Where: Tamarack Health Ashland Medical Center, 1615 Maple Lane, Ashland, WI (Stockton Gull meeting room, ground floor near the coffee shop). Questions? Contact Laura Martinsen, NWCC Social Worker at 715-685-5004. - 09/22/2026
Culver’s Donate while you Dine Fundraiser for Homeless Animals. 4-8pm. Join the Chequamegon Humane Association at Culver’s of Ashland, WI, from 4-8pm, 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! Whether you’re craving a ButterBurger or fresh frozen custard, a portion of your purchase goes right back to providing shelter and care for homeless animals in our community. 2101 Lake Shore Drive. - 09/22/2026
Trivia Mafia – The Alley. Tuesdays at 6:30pm. The World’s Greatest Bar Trivia! Free to play. Fabulous prizes. Fun for all. Harness the power of useless knowledge! More info at triviamafia.com|The Alley, 808 Main St. W. - 09/23/2026
Coffee & Conversations with Garry – The Backstage. 9am. Free. Grab a cup of coffee and join Ashwabay Alliance Executive Director Garry Schalla for an informal conversation about what is happening across Big Top Chautauqua, Mt. Ashwabay, StageNorth, and The Backstage. Hear updates, ask questions, share ideas, and connect with others who care about the future of the Alliance. More information: https://www.bigtop.org/. The Backstage, 84810 State Hwy 13, Bayfield. - 09/23/2026
Brule/St. Croix Boardwalk with Mike Heim (Master Naturalist Advanced Training) – Cable Natural History Museum. 10am-4pm. Cost: $35 member/$45 non-member. This boardwalk winds its way through the wetlands that cover the headwaters of both the Brule and St. Croix Rivers, the ancient drainage channel of Lake Superior during the waning days of the last ice age. Several types of wetlands, including cedar swamp and black ash swamp will be traversed and investigated without getting your feet wet. Evidence of wildlife, along with interesting lichens and plants, make photography a must. For more info visit cablemuseum.org or call the Cable Natural History Museum at 715-798-3890. Register by: September 19. 13470 Co Hwy M, Cable. - 09/23/2026
Apple Pie and Dessert Contest (Bayfield Pavilion). The public is invited to indulge in handcrafted apple treats at the Apple Pie and Dessert Tasting from 5-6:30pm, or until pie is gone. Admission to the social is $4 if you wear a 2026 Apple Festival button or $5 without a button. The winning pies and desserts will be announced immediately following judging at 4pm, and attendees will have the opportunity to sample all of the winners! Pie and dessert entries and completed contest forms must be submitted between 3-3:45pm at the Bayfield Lakeside Pavilion. No submissions will be accepted after 3:45pm. Celebrate Bayfield’s apple harvest by entering the annual Bayfield Apple Pie & Dessert Contest. Home bakers, local businesses and young bakers are invited to showcase their best apple-inspired creations using apples grown or purchased in Bayfield. More info and contest application here.| 2 East Front St, Bayfield. - 09/23/2026
Weekly RPG Night – One-shot Wednesday – Play Unplugged. Time: 6pm, or 5pm if you want help rolling up a new character. Cost: $5 (plus we encourage players to tip their GM in store credit). Want to play a little D&D without the commitment of a long campaign? We have you covered! Play Unplugged hires Game Masters to provide you with a quality gaming experience in a fun, social atmosphere. Each week the adventure will be wrapped up by the end of the night so you can drop in and drop out to fit your schedule. All experience levels welcome, even if you’ve never played an RPG before! 307 Main St W. - 09/23/2026
Back to the 80’s Bingo Night! – The Sandbar. 6-8pm. Grab your friends, tease up that hair and get ready for a TOTALLY AWESOME night. $2 Bingo cards. Multiple rounds of BINGO & totally RAD prizes. ’80s music all night. ’80s-themed drink specials. Prizes for the best ’80s looks. 2521 Lake Shore Drive W. - 09/24/2026
Navigating Parkinson’s Disease in Northern Wisconsin. Co-Hosted by Wisconsin Parkinson Association and Chequamegon Bay Area Parkinson’s Support Group. Registration: 9:30am. Program: 10am-4:30pm. A conference bringing together experts, resources, and community to inform, inspire, and support those impacted by Parkinson’s disease. To register and for more information visit wiparkinson.org| Located at the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center, 29270 Co Hwy G. - 09/24/2026
Lake Superior Whitefish Dinner – The Ashland Knights of Columbus. 4-7pm. Ages 13 and up: $17. Ages 6-12: $8. Ages 5 and under: free. Dine in or carry out available. Meal includes: fish, potato salad, coleslaw, baked beans, rye bread, dessert, and beverage. 715-682-9621. Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church, Social Hall, 201 Lakeshore Drive East. - 09/24/2026
Live in the Lounge: The Double Stops – StageNorth. Admission: free with donations suggested. 7:30pm. More information: https://www.bigtop.org/|123 West Omaha Street, Washburn. - 09/25/2026
No School Day – Lego Open House – Vaughn Public Library. 9am-5pm. Snacks Provided! This program is unsupervised, children under 8 need to be accompanied by an adult. 502 Main St W. - 09/25/2026
3rd Annual Cancer Crossroads Community Oncology Health Fair – Tamarack Health. 10am-4pm. Whether you’re a cancer survivor, currently undergoing treatment, a caregiver, family member, or simply looking to learn more about cancer resources in our community, you’re invited to join us for a day of education, encouragement, and connection. Hosted by the Northwest Wisconsin Cancer Center of Tamarack Health Ashland Medical Center, in collaboration with Essentia Health, Cancer Crossroads brings together healthcare professionals, community organizations, and local resources to help support you every step of the oncology journey. More info here. Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center, 29270 County Highway G - 09/25/2026
Annual Fundraising Banquet: It’s a Wonderful Life – Echo Health. 5-8pm. To register, contact Anika Anderson, Executive Director by September 11th| 715-682-1125 | anikaa@echohealthmw.com. Bay Area Civic Center, 320 Depot Dr. - 09/25/2026
The Manoomin Marsh Project – Vaughn Public Library. Lecture presented by Superior Rivers Watershed Association. 5-6:30pm. Join artist and educator Sara Alsum-Wassenaar for a lecture on the The Manoomin Marsh Project. The Manoomin Marsh Project explores the intersection of ecological restoration, community engagement, and collaborative design, with a growing focus on how protection efforts have evolved into broader strategies for improving water quality. Through consultation with Tribal communities and partnerships with educators, conservation organizations, and local governments, the project develops creative approaches to reestablishing wild rice while inviting people into deeper relationships with the places they inhabit. This lecture traces the project’s evolution, the successes and setbacks encountered along the way, and how design, engineering, and collaborative making can strengthen both ecological restoration and the relationships among people that long-term watershed stewardship depends upon. Vaughn Library, Third Floor, Room 301. - 09/25/2026
Documentary Screening with Q&A for “Greenfield”. Showing at 5:30pm and 7pm. Q&A 6:15-7pm. Part 3 of a 3-part food and foraging education series. Attend all events for a chance to win a foraging session with Robin Greenfield. Part 1 is on September 9th and Part 2 is on September 15th. Details found above on this calendar. Bay Theater, 420 Main St W. - 09/25/2026
Pro Arte Quartet – Ashland Chamber Music Society. 7pm. General Admission $15. Students: Free. UW-Madison’s acclaimed musicians-in-residence present an evening of exceptional chamber music and artistry. David Perry – Violin, Suzanne Beia – Violin, Sally Chrisholm – Viola, and Parry Karp – Cello. United Presbyterian-Congregational Church, 214 Vaughn Ave, Park in Civic Center lot. - 09/25/2026
Friday Night Frequency: DJ Wildflower – StageNorth. 7:30pm. Head to StageNorth for Friday Night Frequency featuring DJ Wildflower. www.bigtop.org | 123 W. Omaha St., Washburn. - 09/26/2026
Fall Flannel Fiasco – ATV/UTV Scavenger Adventure. 8am-10pm. Not a race… it’s an adventure! $25 to register an individual machine. $50 to register as a team (up to 4 machines). Earn bonus raffle tickets in a variety of ways! Picnic, prize drawing, and awards at the Drummond Pavilion 5pm. See website for further details including where to buy raffle tickets and how to earn them at the event. www.dirtandsno-jacks.com | Drummond Lake Campground, 52455 Drummond Lake Rd, Drummond. - 09/26/2026
Chequamegon Chapter Hikes 2026 – National Public Lands Day – North Country Trail Association. Stay tuned – Activities and hikes to be determined, check NCTA Events page this summer for more details! For more info, please visit the North Country Trail Association’s Calendar of Events at: https://northcountrytrail.org/events/map/ - 09/26/2026
Pearson Plaza Garden Mornings – Ashland Beautification Council. 9-11am. Join us for our fun gardening mornings at Pearson Plaza/Otis Park (behind City Hall). Bring garden gloves, water bottle and your favorite weeding tool (optional – we’ll have extras on hand!). No gardening experience needed! Are you looking for some gardening tips? Here is a great opportunity to learn more – two hours to pick the brains of some of best local gardening experts! The time flies by when we have a good group – lots of laughs and you’ll almost forget that’s weeding is work. If weeding isn’t your thing, we have other tasks too. Look for Beautification Council members in the bright yellow shirts! 6th Ave West and Highway 2. - 09/26/2026
Discover the Geologic Story of Copper Falls State Park – Copper Falls State Park. 10am-12pm. Event is free but a vehicle admission pass is required to enter the park. Tom Fitz, PhD, will return to Copper Falls State Park for an engaging presentation and guided walk exploring the remarkable geological history of the park. The program will begin at 10:00 a.m. at the Historic Pavilion near the Doughboys’ Trail. Fitz will introduce participants to the ancient forces and geological processes that shaped the park’s dramatic landscape. Following the talk, he will lead a walk along the Doughboys’ Trail, pointing out interesting and significant geological features along the way. 36764 Copper Falls Rd, Mellen. - 09/26/2026
Peruvian Culinary Experience – Vaughn Public Library. 2-3:30pm. Lessons are free – registration required. Four sessions of exploring Peruvian culture and food with Chef Carlos Keil. Sample and taste something new and wonderful at each session. Bring home a deeper understanding of Peruvian gastronomy! Attend one, some, or all! Saturday Sept 26, Oct 31st. Sign up here. | 502 Main St West. - 09/26/2026
Teen & Me Pottery at Hatch Clayworks! 3-5pm. A hands-on pottery wheel session for teens paired with their favorite grown-up! All inclusive for $100 per pair www.hatchclayworks.com | 209 Main St E. - 09/26-27/2026
Glidden’s Annual Musky Tournament at Lena’s Bar & Grill, Glidden. $55 per participant, price includes prime rib meal on Saturday and light lunch on Sunday. For more details (including registrations) contact Lena 715-264-6900. - 09/27/2026
Walk to End Alzheimer’s 2026 at the Central Railyard Park. Registration at 9am, opening ceremony at 9:40am and walk at 10am. Funds raised stay local to provide care, support, advocacy, and research for a cure to ultimately end Alzheimer’s Disease. Register today at https://act.alz.org/site/TR?sid=23932&type=fr_informational&pg=informational&fr_id=20009 | 315 6th St W. - 09/27/2026
Mason Barn Dance – Pavilion Party Fund Raiser. 1-4pm. Food & Drinks sponsored by Mason Jar Pub. Live Music: Line Dancing with Dance Caller. 50/50 Cash Raffle Drawing at 4pm. For more information call Marian at 715-765-4554. | 24380 County Highway E, Mason. - 09/28/2026
Blood Drive – Chequamegon Food Co-Op. 10am-4pm. The need for blood donors is never-ending. Giving blood only takes about an hour of your time, and you can save up to three lives when you donate. Sign up at mbc.org for a time slot. 700 Main St. W. - 09/28/2026
Christmas Concert Registration – Chequamegon Area Choir. Registration starts at 6pm. We invite you to join us on Monday evenings in preparation for our 54th Annual Christmas Concert at St Louis Catholic Church in Washburn. No auditions necessary! All levels of musicianship for persons age 16+ are welcome. For questions, email us at: medpowers@charter.net. Check us out at our website or on Facebook: www.cacvoices.com | www.facebook.com/cacvoices | 707 Washington Ave, Washburn. - 09/29/2026
Together We Heal | NWCC Grief Support Group – Tamarack Health Ashland Medical Center. 3-4:30pm. Grief can be overwhelming, isolating and have profound impacts on the way we live our lives. Together, we will learn more about the different types of grief, effects grief can have, and healthy coping skills. While we navigate these waters, we will also create a safe space for sharing our experiences with loss. We meet in room #210 of Vaughn Library. 502 Main St. W. - 09/29/2026
Trivia Mafia – The Alley. Tuesdays at 6:30pm. The World’s Greatest Bar Trivia! Free to play. Fabulous prizes. Fun for all. Harness the power of useless knowledge! More info at triviamafia.com|The Alley, 808 Main St. W. - 09/29/2026
Live in the Lounge: Jazz Jam Hosted by Baba Fats – StageNorth. 7:00pm. Admission: donation-based. More information: https://www.bigtop.org/stagenorth.html| 123 W. Omaha St., Washburn. - 09/30/2026
Sandrock Cliffs with Mike Heim (Master Naturalist Advanced Training) – Cable Natural History Museum. Cost: $35 member/$45 non-member. 10am-4:30pm. This relatively easy, 3-mile loop trail system follows the eastern bank of the scenic St. Croix River near Grantsburg. Along the way are stepped cliffs of pale Cambrian sandstone, deposited near the shore of an ancient sea. Sandrock Cliffs offers a look at many interesting botanical species, due to the shift in soil types throughout the landscape. Meet at the Museum and carpool to the field site. For more info visit cablemuseum.org or call the Cable Natural History Museum at 715-798-3890. Register by: September 26. 13470 Co Hwy M, Cable. - 09/30/2026
Edible and Poisonous Mushrooms of Wisconsin – Cable Natural History Museum. 1-4pm at the Jackson Burke House. Cost: $35 member/$45 non-member. Join Arne Martinson from the Wisconsin Mycological Society for a mushroom foray centered around gaining the skills necessary to confidently identify wild mushrooms safely in Wisconsin. Participants will learn to identify all of the most dangerous and delicious Wisconsin mushrooms, along with an opportunity to harvest some themselves. Be prepared for walking over uneven terrain. Directions to the meeting place will be sent by email the week prior. For more info visit cablemuseum.org or call the Cable Natural History Museum at 715-798-3890. Register by: September 26. - 09/30/2026
Weekly RPG Night – One-shot Wednesday – Play Unplugged. Time: 6pm, or 5pm if you want help rolling up a new character. Cost: $5 (plus we encourage players to tip their GM in store credit). Want to play a little D&D without the commitment of a long campaign? We have you covered! Play Unplugged hires Game Masters to provide you with a quality gaming experience in a fun, social atmosphere. Each week the adventure will be wrapped up by the end of the night so you can drop in and drop out to fit your schedule. All experience levels welcome, even if you’ve never played an RPG before! 307 Main St W. - 09/30/2026
Friday Night Frequency: DJ Wolfie – StageNorth. 7:30pm. www.bigtop.org | 123 W. Omaha St., Washburn.
September Monthly Happenings:
- Ashland Farmer’s Market. Saturdays. 8:30am-12:30pm. Fresh & Local Finds such as Produce, Meat, Prepared Food, Crafts, and More! Located at the public parking lot across from City Hall. 601 Main St W.
- Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church BINGO! Tuesday nights! Doors open 5:30pm, Bingo starts at 6:30pm. Food and Beverages for sale. 201 Lake Shore Dr E Ashland. For more information go to 715-682-7620.
- Bay City Cycles …. 2026 Casual Group Ride. Check our Casual Group Ride at Bay City Cycles Facebook group for weekly updates. More info here.
- Ashland Parks and Rec.715-682-7059. Days for pickleball, climbing, volleyball, and open gym, game room, and more. More info on Parks & Rec Facebook.
- Chequamegon Bay Golf Club: Check our Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/cbaygolf/ If you have any questions, please contact the Pro Shop at 715-682-8004.
- Solstice Outdoors Community Nights – Every Thursday 4-8pm. Free kayak, paddleboard and bike rentals from 4–8pm. Bring your own gear or borrow ours for a paddle, pedal or just come and chill at The Sandbar. Sandbar drink specials, bonfire, live music some evenings and good company on the shores of Lake Superior. 521 Lake Shore Drive W.
- Vaughn Public Library – Not just books anymore!
- Follow the Mural Brick Road … in the county of the land of Ashland. A fun scavenger hunt with the beautiful murals in Ashland County!
- Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center. Open Monday through Saturday, 9am-5pm.
- Nature’s Canvas: Tiny Art Show – Northern Great Lakes Visitors Center. Visit Nature’s Canvas Tiny Art Show at the NGLVC! See 95 pieces of art from 66 different Wisconsin artists, including 26 Master Naturalists! On display from July 1- September 28. 29270 Co Hwy G.
- Guided Mural Trolley Tours -The 8-block Main Street Business District, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is the background for a fascinating tour through Ashland’s history as seen through the eyes of Ashland’s mural artists Kelly Meredith and Susan Prentice Martinsen. Trolley Tours are on a first-come, first-serve basis. Pick-up Location in the parking lot of the Bay Area Civic Center, 320 4th Ave West. The tour will be approximately 75 minutes long. Tickets are purchased on the Trolley. Cost: $5.00 per person. Children under 6 are FREE! (Cash only accepted, you pay on the Trolley.) For more information on the Mural Trolley Tour please call the Ashland Chamber at 715-682-2500. Sponsored by Ashland Area Chamber of Commerce and BART. Tours run Fridays and Saturdays 10am & 1:30pm and Mondays 1:30pm. June 5th through September 12th.
- Recreation and Fitness Resources – Please see their website for more information – we will be updating regularly.
- Play Unplugged – Weekly/Monthly Trading Card, TTRPG, and Gaming Events.
- Washburn Cultural Center Art Galleries, Antiques & Gifts Shop, Washburn Area Historical Society Museum. 1 East Bayfield Street, Washburn.
- Parkingsong Choir – Messiah Lutheran Church in Washburn. Most Thursday afternoons (see website below for specific dates). 1:30-3pm. The Parkinsong Choir is a community choir formed as part of the Bay Area Parkinson’s Support Group. The group hopes to bring together people with Parkinson’s Disease, their partners, friends, caregivers, and community members to sing together and offer mutual support to one another. Music is very beneficial for all people, especially those dealing with physical, mental, and emotional health challenges. We are always looking for new singers! We welcome people of all ages, with any vocal range or ability. A desire to sing with a group and enjoy each other’s company are the only requirements. 231 W 5th St, Washburn. See website for specific dates: https://www.spoonsforthepeople.com/parkinsong
- Big Top Chautauqua Open Mic Night Year Round Wednesdays 6-9pm at The Backstage.