Battle at the Bay: Flag Football Tournament at Put-in-Bay Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of elite flag football action as Empire Sportswear, League of Legends LLC, and the NEOFFL team up to bring a premier tournament to Put-in-Bay! Set for June 28–29, 2025, at...
Events
Ohio’s Island Wine Festival
Put-in-Bay Annual Hops and Vine Festival—This event is located at DeRivera Park, just across from the Boardwalk Restaurant. It starts at 11:00 A.m. on Saturday and continues until 6:00 p.m. Wine Festival At Put-in-Bay - Sample Over 100 Quality Wines! Guests may sample...
Bash on the Bay
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at Put-in-Bay's annual Bash on the Bay, one of Lake Erie's most exciting music festivals! This two-day event features an incredible lineup of top country music artists, bringing thousands of music fans to the island for a...
Benson Ford Ship-house Tours
Experience one of America's most unique and fascinating homes—the Benson Ford Ship House! Privately owned, it is rare to get a glimpse inside, but on August 18th, a few hundred lucky attendees will have the chance to tour this marvel. Best of all, all proceeds from...
6V6 Soccer (Put-in-Bay Cup)
Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of soccer and fun at the Put-in-Bay Cup 6V6 Soccer Tournament! This event offers the perfect blend of competitive on-field action and off-field entertainment, ensuring a memorable experience for both players and fans. The...
July 4th Fireworks
Independence Day at Put-in-Bay on July 4th! One of the most popular days of the year is the Put-in-Bay Independence Day celebration. Island businesses and residents work together to sponsor one of the best fireworks displays on Lake Erie. Always held on July 4th by...
Fathers Day
Fathers Day at Put-in-Bay! Bring Dad over for his special day at Put-in-Bay! Tour the island by renting a Put-in-Bay Golf Cart, treat him to a round of golf at our 9-hole course at Saunders Golf Course, or a family game of Putt-Putt. Many of the popular Put-in-Bay...
Founders Day
Founders Day Weekend One of the most prominent family weekends of the summer is Founders Day. Jose DeRivera was a Hispanic merchant who purchased the South Bass, Middle Bass, Sugar, Gibraltar, Ballast, and Starve Islands for the sum of $44,000 in 1854. Jose DeRivera...
Whiskey Light
The Whiskey Light over the Round House Bar Entrance is one of the most symbolic treasures of Put-in-Bay. When the Whiskey light is lit, local islanders, visitors, and boaters know that ‘the Roundhouse is officially open’ and the season has begun. This tradition dates...
Blessing of the Fleet
Blessing Of The Fleet Particulars The Blessing of the Fleet ceremony for many years has welcomed Seafarers and their vessels from across generations. This time-honored tradition brings locals and visitors alike together to bless the ships, planes, water taxis, and...