What’s Happening this Week!

What’s Happening in the Chequamegon Bay for the next week.

• 08/07-10/2025
  Bayfield County Fair, North Main St., Iron River. Join us in Iron River for 4 days of family fun. Come see all the animals and exhibits, family entertainment, carnival, monster trucks, and of course the food! For more information, registration, or fees, call 715-373-6125 ext. 7, or visit https://www.bayfieldcounty.wi.gov/244/Bayfield-County-Fair

• 08/10/2025
  Black Cat Coffeehouse Sunday Brunch Shows, Two Below Zero.  11am-1pm. 211 Chapple Ave, Ashland.
• 08/10/2025
  23rd Annual All Veterans Picnic.  Join us for a day of food, fun, friends and music by JD Bass!  11am-3pm at the North Wisconsin Rod & Fun Club, Reykdal Rd, Ashland.  No membership required, bring the family.
• 08/11/2025
  Northwood Technical College Express Admissions – location the Ashland campus. Time: 3-6pm.   Learn about our program offerings, go on a campus tour, apply for admission, complete your admissions meeting, and register for fall classes on the spot. We know life is busy, so we’re offering evening hours one Monday a month throughout the summer. Stop in when it works for you for an all-in-one visit experience and take the next step toward your future!
• 08/12/2025
  Vaughn Public Library Scams & Fraud Workshop 11am-12noon at 618 Beaser Ave.  Workshop presented by Northwest Wisconsin Workforce Investment Board.
• 08/12/2025
  Norvado’s 75th Anniversary Celebration.  We’re proud to celebrate 75 years of serving the Northwoods with a special event on August 12 at our Cable headquarters, 43705 US Hwy 63. Join us for an afternoon of community appreciation, great food, fun activities, and 75 exciting prizes as we honor our roots and toast to the future. Event Details: www.norvado.com/75th-anniversary
• 08/13/2025
  Bayfield Summer Concerts 2025: Song stylist Jan Lee, Jazz fiddler Randy Sabien, pianist David Oliver – a potpourri of Jazz, Classical and Music Theater. BSC’s most popular concert in 2023 AND 2024 returns for another knock-em-dead, show-stopper, full house extravaganza. Always full of surprises and fun. Come early to get a good seat. www.facebook.com/jan.lee.984786
  music.apple.com/us/artist/randy-sabien/28052134  Typically last 75 minutes. Free will offerings  ($10 suggested) are gratefully received at the door.  Bayfield Presbyterian Church, 306 Washington Ave, 5:30pm.
• 08/13/2025
  An Evening with Becky & Friends.  Join violinist Becky Deters & friends for a benefit concert for The BRICK.  Presbyterian/Congregational Church,  214 Vaughn Ave.
• 08/13-16/2025
  A New Season Fall Open House. New arrivals in home decor, gifts, floral & more.  Seasonal pieces to cozy up your home.  Thoughtful treasures for every occasion.  Come stroll and shop all the pretty thing – we can’t wait to welcome you! 100 Main Street West.
  08/14/2025
  Vaughn Public Library – Movies in the Park – Back to the Future in Beaser Park.  Doors open at 7, movie begins at sunset.  Bring a chair/blanket to sit on, and some snacks to snack on!  Wear your best 80’s attire!  For more information call 715-682-7061
• 08/14/2025
  City of Ashland Concerts in the Park at H Pearson Plaza, Square Neck Devils 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.
• 08/14/2025
  Big Top Chautauqua presents:  The Robert Cray Band at 7:30pm. 32525 Ski Hill Rd, Bayfield, WI. For tickets and more information visit www.bigtop.org
• 08/14-17/2025
  Ashland County Fair, County Fairgrounds, Marengo. Midway rides, races, horse show, truck pull, music, and much more. For more information, call 715-682-3742 or after 5pm and weekends 715-682-0395 or visit www.ashlandcofair.org.
• 08/15/2025
  Lakeside Summer Music Series at The Sandbar, 5-7pm.  This week Karl Sky will be playing.  Music will be lakeside, weather permitting or inside. Join us for music a bite to each and a drink every Friday from 5-7pm this summer! Click here for the Summer schedule! 2521 Lake Shore Drive West.
• 08/15/2025
  The Mellen Community Choir will be singing at Copper Falls State Park on at 6pm at the Historic Pavilion.  Their repertoire includes many classics.  In addition, there will be opportunities for the audience to sing along.  Penokee Ice Cream Sundaes will be for sale following the concert.  Hope you can join us.
• 08/15/2025
  Music at the Black Cat Coffeehouse, Groove Project. 7-10pm. 211 Chapple Ave, Ashland.
• 08/15/2025
  Midnight showing of the Rocky Horror Picture Show at the Ashland Bay Cinema, 420 Main St West, Ashland.
• 08/15-17/2025
  Bad River 44th Annual Manomin Celebration Pow Wow at the Pow Wow Grounds. Manomin or, wild rice, is an integral part of Ojibwe history and the Bad River Tribe celebrates the growth and harvest of this natural staple with traditional dancing, singing, canoe races, marathons, and plenty of food. Grand entries Friday at 7pm, Saturday at 1 & 7pm and Sunday at 12noon.  Feast Saturday at 5pm.  Open and free to the public.  For more information, call 715-682-7111 or visit their Facebook page here.
• 08/16/2025
  Ashland Farmer’s Market 8:30am-12:30pm. Fresh & Local Finds such as Produce, Meat, Prepared Food, Crafts, and More! 200 Block of Chapple Ave.
• 08/16/2025
  Vaugh Public Library Yoga in the Park with Christine Kegel, 11am-1pm at Beaser Park.  This is themed Yoga in the Park for adults and teens.  Bring your own mat!
• 08/16/2025
  Ashland County Fair 2025 Antique Tractor & Truck Pull, County Fairgrounds, Marengo. Registration 11am-1pm. Event starts 1pm. For more information, call 715-413-0247 or visit www.ashlandcofair.org.
• 08/16/2025
  Annual Chequamegon Pride Festival at Bayview Park, 1543-1783 Lake Shore Drive West, Ashland from noon to 4pm-Local Musicians, Speakers, Food and Craft Vendors, public resource and healthcare booths, Raffle, Kids table with crafts, Face Painting.  Pride Afterparty at The Club, 3 W Bayfield St, Washburn-5 pm cribbage tournament (all ages); 8 pm Drag Show/Dance Party (18+, must be 21 to drink alcohol).  Questions call 715-413-1809.
• 08/16/2025
  Copper Falls State Park presents Tamarind Dance Troupe at 6pm.  Tamarind is a group of dedicated performers who strive to give you best in class entertainment.  From Tamarind Dance Studio, Milwaukee, performances are known for their unique fusion of traditional and modern dance styles.  Their vision is to provide innovative and engaging family friendly entertainment for a variety of audiences.  They have performed locally in Wisconsin and internationally for over 10 years.  Plan to stay after the performance, Penokee Ice Cream Sundaes will be for sale.
• 08/16/2025
  ABC Raceway Championship Saturday presented by Sarari Bar:  Raceway located at 2187 Butterworth Road. 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
• 08/16/2025
  The Chequamegon Archery Club Celebrating 38 years!  Annual Festival & Family Picnic. Open to the public. 3D course opens and Free to the public from 10am until 6pm. Games such as Easton Balloon Pop, 3D Safari, Turkey Shoot Balloon Windmill Bust and Slingshot Clays. Festival from 3-7pm.  Tickets include admission and picnic style dinner with beverage.  Tickets are $15 single and $30 for a family of 4 and can be purchased at the event that day.   All equipment is provided. 3501 Mc Donald Rd.  For more information call 715-816-4476.
• 08/16/2025
  Stand with New Day Advocacy Center in Raising Child Abuse Awareness.  Be the Light Glow Run/Walk at the Ashland High School Track.  Registration & Glow-Up: 7:30pm.  Walk Begins: 8pm.  This is a free event! A suggested donation of $15 per person is appreciated, but truly, your presence means even more than your donation. Your gift goes a long way, but we are most excited for you to join us!  Join us for a vibrant night of light, hope, and action at this Child Abuse Awareness event benefiting New Day Advocacy Center. Together, we’ll walk the track to shine a light on abuse, support survivors, and build a safer community. Here’s what you can expect: Wear your favorite glow-in-the-dark or light-up attire—or start fresh with a white shirt and decorate it on-site using our glow markers!  Stop by our Glow-Up Station to purchase fun glowing accessories. All proceeds support awareness, prevention, and services for child abuse survivors.  Learn valuable facts about child abuse, how to prevent it, and where to get help, thanks to our amazing community sponsors and advocates stationed throughout the event.  This is a nighttime walk—a powerful way to show that when we come together, we can be the light in the dark.
  08/16/2025
  Big Top Chautauqua presents: Moon Songs &  Moon Shadows:  songs of Paul Simon and Cat Stevens. 7:30pm. 32525 Ski Hill Rd, Bayfield, WI. For tickets and more information visit www.bigtop.org
• 08/16/2025
  Legendary Waters CheersFest.  Sample local and regional beer & ciders.  Free Samples and Live Music.  37600 Onigamiing Drive, Bayfield. 715-779-3712
• 08/16-17/2025
  17 Annual Herbster Annual Studio Art Tour. 10am-4:30pm.  The 2025 Studio Art Tour is a special chance to meet nationally & regionally acclaimed photographers, ceramists, woodworkers, sculptors, painters, printmakers, and fiber artists. Artists open their galleries and studios, showcasing a diversity of creative works & artistic talent inspired by Lake Superior’s beautiful south shore.
• 08/17/2025
  Copper Falls Pancakes in the Park  8:30am-12 noon.  Come on down to the Historic Pavilion, enjoy made-from-scratch pancakes served with locally made maple syrup, served with bacon, sausage, fresh fruit and more.  Sponsored by the Trails Committee all proceeds go toward maintaining the ski/bike/hike trails within CFSP.
• 08/17/2025
  Interfaith Service 10:30am Bayview Park, Ashland.  Pride Beach Day 1pm Bayview Beach, Washburn.  Questions call 715-413-1809.
• 08/17/2025
  Black Cat Coffeehouse Sunday Brunch Shows, BParsley String Quartet.  11am-1pm. 211 Chapple Ave, Ashland.
• 08/17/2025
  30th anniversary of the opening of the Black Cat Coffeehouse and the 24th anniversary for Ashland Baking Company. We’re throwing a party!! Please celebrate with us! 4-11pm on the Black Cat patio featuring live music by Erik Koskinen, Floydian Slip, and Bernie Larsen of “Cry on Cue”. Cocktails at our patio bar and Earth Rider beer on tap. Food by Superior Taco Truck and the Chequamegon Food Co-op. Commemorative tattoos by Benchmark Tattoo. Rain or Shine. All ages welcome.  211 Chapple Ave.
• 08/17/2025
  The Dirt Dash is back at the Ashland County Fair, County Fairgrounds, Marengo. Registration 9-11am. Event starts 12Noon.  For more information, call 715-682-3742 or after 5pm and weekends 715-682-0395 or visit www.ashlandcofair.org.
• 08/17/2025
  Meet the Author, Karen Trudeauat the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Cornucopia at 2pm.  Karen’s memoir A Legacy of Love.  Refreshments will be served.  22555 Elm St, Cornucopia
• 08/17/2025
  Big Top Chautauqua presents: Ccirque Us – One Man’s Trash. 7:30pm. 32525 Ski Hill Rd, Bayfield, WI. For tickets and more information visit www.bigtop.org

For a list of all the events happening in the Chequamegon Bay go to https://www.visitashland.com/calendar/