April 23, 2026

Tour: Saturday, June 6, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Deadline: Friday, April 24

Do you have a beautiful garden that you would like to share with the community?

Sign up to be part of the Bayfield Garden tour on June 6!

Participation is free.

Gardeners can be on-site to talk with visitors or simply allow people to walk through your garden.

Sign up at the link below by Friday, April 24.

Art Escape: Sept. 12 - 20

Deadline to Apply: May 15

You are invited to participate in the fifth annual Art Escape! This 9-day celebration of all things art across the Chequamegon Bay will be held September 12-20, 2026.  This is a prime opportunity to showcase your art via live demos, workshops, and pop-ups.

Promote your business or events to an arts-focused audience through The Art Escape guide, an affordable and strategic advertising opportunity.

Over the last four years, Art Escape has generated a $6 million economic impact for Bayfield County and Madeline Island.

Any business or artist from the Chequamegon Bay area is welcome to participate and advertise in the guide.

Please find the attached form and tell us if you would like to host an event during the 9-day event, take out advertising, or both.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out, and we'll be happy to help you.

Contact arts@Bayfield.org

Festival of Arts: September 12 & 13

Deadline to Apply: July 15

We are accepting applications for the Bayfield Festival of Arts, September 12-13 at Memorial Park!

This is a great opportunity to showcase your art to a captive audience ready to spend money. Many vendors have said they do well at this show!

The festival is very affordable and even offers discounted pricing for members!

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out, and we'll be happy to help you.

Contact arts@Bayfield.org

The Bayfield Chamber is looking for volunteers to help water Bayfield’s beautiful downtown flower baskets—and we promise, it’s one of the most rewarding ways to start your day.

Shift: Early mornings, 6:00–8:00 AM

Perk: Unmatched Lake Superior sunrises

Bonus: It’s even better with a friend!

This quiet, peaceful time of day offers a whole new perspective on Bayfield—and your help keeps our community vibrant and welcoming for everyone who visits.

Grab a friend, soak in the sunrise, and be part of what makes Bayfield so special.

Interested in helping? Please contact Carol at the Bayfield Chamber: (715)-779-3335 or carol@Bayfield.org.

Click below to see the most up-to-date information we have on current dining and shopping hours.

Please note that hours may change without notice — we recommend calling ahead before your visit.

Printed copies are available at the Bayfield Chamber and Visitor Bureau or online anytime.

Pier Plaza

1 Rittenhouse Ave.

Bayfield, WI 54814

(715) 779-3330

Hours:

Tuesday-Thursday, 11:30 a.m.- 8:00 p.m.

Friday, 11:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Saturday, 11:00 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Sunday-Monday, Closed

Our HVAC is new, and now we are Open 5 DAYS a Week!

Lodging Open Year-Round!

Spring Has Sprung- WE ARE HIRING Front Desk Associate, flexible hours, Dishwashers, Bartenders, Line Cook, Prep Cook, AM Restaurant Cleaning (2.5-3 hours) per day, Ice Cream Attendants.

Stop in to apply or send your application to info@bayfieldpierplaza.com

Howl Adventure Center and Café

35265 S Co Hwy J

Bayfield, WI 

(715) 779-5561

Spring hours:

Saturday, 8:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Sunday - Monday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Closed Tuesday-Wednesday

Our bike bench is back in action, and it's a great time to bring your bike in for a spring tune-up!

Bike mechanics in the house Wednesday - Saturday.

Howl Cafe is always open during store hours with our delicious coffee drinks, breakfast sandwiches, soups and paninis. And gelato season is just around the corner!

AdventureUs

101 W. Bayfield St.

Washburn, WI

(715) 209-4057

Hours:

Wednesday - Friday, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Saturday, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Swap the disposables for something that sticks around- reusable paper towels, sturdy tote bags, and pack bags that pull double duty as reusable trash bags. Thoughtfully made right here. Psst, we also have a new Facebook page. Be sure to follow to get the latest updates!

Honest Dog Books

40 S. Second St.

Bayfield, WI

(715) 779-5223

Friday, April 24, 7:00 p.m.

Live Music Kangaroo is an original rock group residing in Bayfield.

Saturday, April 25, 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Join us for Indie Bookstore Day

10:00 a.m. - Golden Ticket search begins

10:30 a.m. - Story Time with Blair Braverman reading The Day Leap Soared via Zoom (we will be gifting 1 book per family who attends in person; 5 to Zoom attendees)

11:00 a.m. - Esme Martinson, author Farming in the Dark

12:00-2:00 p.m. Streaming favorite Reading Rainbow episodes! 
7:00 p.m. - Courtney Yasmineh: The Listening Point Tour. Tickets $18

Bayfield Carnegie Library

37 N. Broad St.

Bayfield, WI

(715) 779-3953

Saturday, April 25, 10:00 a.m.

Join the Friends of the Apostle Islands to hear about the history of Earth Day, summer plans, and volunteer opportunities.

Enjoy coffee, fresh muffins, and breads. "Love Our Lakeshore" yard signs available, donations appreciated. Learn about the adopt a beach program. We hope to see you there.

Friends of the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore

(715) 449-6900

Saturday, April 25, 10:00 a.m.

Location: Bayfield Carnegie Library

Join Friends of the Apostle Islands to celebrate Earth Day. We will share the history of this day created by Senator Gaylord Nelson. Hear about Friends summer plans, and volunteer opportunities.

Enjoy coffee, fresh muffins, and breads

Love Our Lakeshore Yard Signs, available for donations appreciated.

Sign up for Volunteer Opportunities.

Pick up your trash bag to help clean up the city and our beaches. Learn about the Adopt a Beach program.

Crystalline Healing Bayfield

104 Rittenhouse Avenue

Bayfield, WI

(715) 661-3113

Saturday, April 25, 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

For Crystalline Healing, the enchantment doesn't end with shimmering stones. We've curated a spellbinding collection of books too!

Whether you're building your spiritual library or looking for a thoughtful gift, there's something here for every kind of seeker, just waiting to be discovered.

Don't miss our 15% off plants & pots sale starting May 2nd!

Stop in for a cuppa tea :)

Bayfield Winery and Blue Ox Cider

87380 Betzold Rd

Bayfield, WI

(715) 779-3274

Saturday, April 25, Noon-5:00 p.m.

Sunday, April 26, Noon - 5:00 p.m.

This year's Community Cider is hitting the shelves this weekend!

We are really happy with how it turned out. All of the profits will be donated to Friends of the Apostles Islands non-profit. Watch for an official release party being announced soon.

In the meantime, come by this weekend and enjoy a glass or take some bottles home. Thank you to everyone for dropping off apples last fall!

May Hours: Everyday 11-6

Moss & Stone Yoga

40 S. Second St. #102

Bayfield, WI

(651) 472-3099

Saturday, April 25, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

A sacred 2-hour experience for women mothering children 4 years and younger.

Cost: $60

This gathering is an invitation to: • Honor your postpartum journey (the first 4 years is the true postpartum!)

• Explore the evolving identity of being “a Mother.”
• Be supported in regrounding and reclaiming strength

Your Guides: Maria Russo & Jessica Waclawski

CORE Community Resources

257 Manypenny Ave.

Bayfield, WI

(715) 779-3457

Saturday, April 25, 1:00 - 4:30 p.m.

Join us for an afternoon of renewal at our upcoming Wellness Fair, featuring “A Conversation on Wellness” with Erica Macrum and Becky Sue Nielson from 1:00–2:30 p.m. Later, from 3:00–4:30 p.m., experience “Calm, Balance, Restore” with Kim McCambly’s vibrational therapy session designed to ground and rejuvenate.

Adventure Club Brewing

35265 S Co Hwy J

Bayfield, WI 

(715) 779-1010

Saturday, April 25, 6:00 p.m.

Join us Saturday, April 25, for our second Adult Sip and Spell Spelling Bee. Sign up at 6:00 with your friendly beertender. Grab a beer, find a seat and get ready for a fun little brain party.

Block off your Saturday nights in May for some fun events including our annual Anniversary Party on May 29!



April Hours:

Wednesday, 4:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Saturday, 2:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Legendary Waters Resort & Casino

37600 Onigamiing Drive

Red Cliff, WI

(715) 779-3227

Saturday, April 25, 7:00 p.m.

For one irie night, the Apostle Islands turn Caribbean at Legendary Waters Resort and Casino. Enjoy roots, rock, and reggae with live performances including Spring Fed and featured artists.

Tickets are $20 online or $25 at the door and include an island-inspired buffet.

Don’t miss this one-night event.

Catholic Community of the Bayfield Peninsula

(715) 373-2676

Saturday, April 25, 4:00 p.m.

Mass at Holy Family Catholic Church

Sunday, April 26

St. Francis Catholic Church, Red Cliff, 7:30 a.m.

St. Louis Catholic Church, Washburn, 9:15 a.m.

St. Anne Catholic Church, Cornucopia 11:00 a.m.

One community, five churches

Parochial Administrator

Father Sare Sagar Rajesh (715) 209-6052

rajeshagar03@gmail.com

Pastoral Ministers Deacons:

Ken Kasinski - kenkasinski717@gmail.com

Roger Cadotte

Carnelian Mind Body Balance

300 Manypenny Ave.

Bayfield, WI

(262) 312-8936

Sunday, April 26, 11:00 a.m. - Chakradance

Group Workshops & Sound Healing, 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday, April 28

Spring is your invitation to rest, reset and renew. Join me for my April group offerings designed to calm, balance, and restore your energy.

My April & May calendars are open for private individual sessions - your time to deeply relax and realign. Step into the session feeling lighter, grounded, and refreshed. Reserve your space today

Episcopal Church of Chequamegon Bay

125 N. 3rd St.

Bayfield, WI

(715) 779-3401

Sunday, April 26, 10:00 a.m.

Why aren't we helping God instead the other way around? Yes, we pray for peace; yet we must take action to secure peace. Act now to gain strength from Him in worship, prayer, and community action. Heaven is a place we seek but we also create here in our home--Earth. We witness our faith in God with help from Vicar Art this Sunday. All are welcome to gain courage and hope: "The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not be in want." Psalm 23.

Bethesda Lutheran Church

109 S. 6th St.

Bayfield, WI

(715) 779-5611

Sunday, April 26

Worship, 8:30 a.m.

Pancakes, 9:30 - 11:00 a.m.

Sunday mornings just call out to be special! Good news! The Bethesda Lutheran Church’s FREE monthly pancake breakfast is this Sunday!!!

Hours are between 9:30 and 11:00. We welcome the community to join us!!! See you there! As always, you are most welcome at our church service at 8:30.

Bayfield Presbyterian Church

306 Washington Ave.

Bayfield, WI

(715) 779-5490

Sunday, April 26, 10:00 a.m.



The mission of the Bayfield Presbyterian Church is to glorify God. Through active ministries, we aspire to create a welcoming harbor for all and to serve as a lighthouse guiding us toward the love and compassion of Jesus Christ.

Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center

29270 County Highway G

Ashland, WI

Tuesday, April 28, 1:00 - 6:00 p.m.

You are invited to attend the Ashland and Bayfield Counties Non-Profit & Volunteer Fair. 

There will be over 40 non-profit organizations tabling at this event to share information on their mission, values, and programming. You can learn how to support their work through volunteering, board service, and more. 

Expect a fun, interactive atmosphere, with prizes, activities, trivia, and food. 

School and church groups are welcome and encouraged to attend.

School District of Bayfield

300 N. Fourth St.

Bayfield, WI

(715) 79-3201

Wednesday, April 29, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Where: La Pointe Town Hall

The School District of Bayfield invites community members, families and stakeholders to help shape the future of our schools. Join us for an upcoming Strategic Planning Community Input Session to share your ideas, priorities and a vision for our district. Your voice is an important part of the process, and together we can build a plan that reflects the values and goals of our entire community. We hope you will join us in this important conversation.

Bayfield County

117 E 5th St.

Washburn, WI

(715) 373-3514

Wednesday, April 29, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Location: Bayfield Town Hall

Wednesday, April 29, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Location: Cable Community Center

Thursday, April 30, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Location: Iron River Community Center

Bayfield County is conducting a comprehensive rewrite of the zoning ordinance to modernize the code, create a more consistent and user-friendly format, and streamline the process for new development in Bayfield County.

Please join us for one of the listed information sessions in your community!

Questions: Please contact Ruth Hulstrom, AICP - Director, Bayfield County Planning and Zoning Dept. ruth.hulstrom@bayfieldcounty.wi.gov.

Guided Resilience

300 Manypenny Ave.

Bayfield, WI

(651) 323-7798

Thursday, April 30, 3:00 - 4:30 p.m.

Heartmath Resilience Training. Learn important skills for self-regulation at Guided Resilience.

Thursday, April 30, 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Full moon heart compass practice at Wild Rice Retreat. Enjoy a pink moon practice to cultivate compassion.

Tuesdays, 8:30 a.m.

Chair Yoga

Tuesdays, 12:30 - 12:45 p.m.

Mindful Pause via Zoom or in person at Guided Resilience

Wednesday, 3:00 p.m.

Gental Yoga at Guided Resilience

Wednesdays & Friday, 9:00 a.m.

Gental Yoga at Wild Rice Retreat

Thursdays, 9:00 a.m.

Gental Yoga at Guided Resilience

Guided Resilience offers well-being support, resilience training, and meditation practices that support your flourishing through every season.

Join us for these upcoming spring events! Note the location.

Programs are offered at Bayfield Center for Well-Being and Wild Rice Retreat.

StageNorth

123 W. Omaha Street

Washburn, WI

(715) 373-5552

Thursday, April 30, 7:30 p.m.

Golden Era Jazz performs April 30 at 7:30 PM at The Backstage at Big Top Chautauqua.

This vintage jazz group brings classic sounds inspired by Ella Fitzgerald and Louis Armstrong. Enjoy a relaxed evening of live music in an intimate setting. Admission is a $10 suggested donation.

Pike's Bay Marina

84190 Pikes Bay Rd.

Bayfield, WI

(715) 779-3900

Thursday, April 30

Are you a local business looking to get the word out?

Pikes Bay Marina is offering FREE advertising for local businesses!

Our Boater Welcome Bags are distributed each Spring & keep hundreds of boaters ready for this year's deals, events, and more! Don't miss this chance to reach more customers— spread the word!

Items can be dropped off at PBM during business hours or pick-up can be arranged.

For more details, contact Charlie at (715) 779-3900 or charlie@pikesbaymarina.com

Washburn Cultural Center

1 East Bayfield St.

Washburn, WI 

(715) 373-5591

Thursday, April 30, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Closing Reception for Courtney Fishback's 'Curious Ethereals: Part Deux' Meet one of the area's emerging artists over light, exhibition-themed refreshments.

Saturday, May 16, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.

Musical Alchemy Improvisation Workshop with Ross Hackenmiller (Twin Cities, MN) In this afternoon of collaborative musical improv games and listening meditation, come explore sound, silence, and presence to reveal the innate creative potential and musicality within everyone!

The Creamery

31 S. 1 Street

Bayfield, WI

(715) 913-0180

Saturday, May 2

Hold on to your hats, the Kentucky Derby party is here!

Head over to The Creamery Saturday, May 2nd for Derby-inspired food and drink, Derby boards, and the fiercely competitive hat competition!

Race coverage all day, food served 5ish, race starts at 5:57 p.m. 

Apostle Islands Booksellers

112 Rittenhouse Ave.

Bayfield, WI

(715) 779-0200

Saturday, May 2, 4:00 p.m.

Join us for an evening with two local writers whose work grows out of close attention to the natural world. Through their books, their lives, and their daily practices, both Emily Stone and Esme Martinson explore what becomes possible when we slow down, observe carefully, and allow the rhythms of the earth to shape our understanding of ourselves and each other. This will be a conversation as much as a reading—an opportunity to reflect together.

Saturday, May 9, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Join us for a relaxed, drop-in workshop where you can learn or revisit cursive writing while creating a Mother’s Day card—or simply spending time with pen and paper. Bayfield local Jennifer Albrecht -- a talented calligrapher -- will be on hand to demonstrate and guide, and we’ll have materials available to explore, from beautiful refillable pens to papers and stamps. No experience needed. Come as you are. Attendees will have the opportunity to create one card for free! Additional cards $5 each.

Bayfield Rec. Center

140 S. Broad St.

Bayfield, WI 54814

(715) 779-5408

Tuesday, May 5, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Get ready for summer with youth swim lessons!

The Backstage

84810 State Hwy 13

Bayfield, WI

(715) 373-5552

Wednesday, May 6, 6:00 p.m.

Open Mic Night takes place on May 6 at 6:00 PM at The Backstage at Big Top Chautauqua.

Perform or enjoy a variety of live acts in a relaxed and welcoming setting. A great way to connect with local talent and the community. Admission is free.

Eckels Pottery and 360° Community Studio

85205 State Hwy 13

Bayfield, WI

(715) 209-1116

Thursday, May 7, 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.

This course will offer you a lake-full of exposure to the tools and techniques of hand-building a spring flowerpot! Whether you're brand new to clay, or seeking some fresh construction ideas, this 2-hour slab building primer will introduce you to 2D template making, surface design, slab clay and blending clay connections. Learn the foundations of slab-built pottery, no clay experience necessary, all experience levels welcome!

Bayfield Heritage Association

30 North Broad St.

Bayfield, WI

(715) 779-5958

Saturday, May 9, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Join us on Saturday, May, 9 from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. at BHA for a National Train Day Open House!

Celebrate National Train Day at the Bayfield Heritage Association, marking the 1869 anniversary of the completion of the Transcontinental Railroad. Step into the world of rail history with a running model train display, enjoy a family-friendly scavenger hunt, and explore the exhibit at your own pace. Light refreshments will be available, making this a fun and welcoming event for train enthusiasts of all ages.

Lakeside Dining Room at the Bayfield Inn

20 Rittenhouse Ave.

Bayfield, WI

(715) 779-3363

Sunday, May 10, 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Join us at the Lakeside Dining Room for a delicious Mother’s Day Brunch perfect for treating Mom to a relaxing and memorable day by the water. Featuring a variety of delectable brunch favorites

Reservations are highly recommended, so be sure to secure your spot early!

We can’t think of a better way to celebrate the amazing moms in your life.

Madeline Island Marathon

(406) 580-1619

Saturday, May 16

Thank you for considering to sign up for Event Crew at the Madeline Island Marathon and Half Marathon on May 16! We truly appreciate our volunteers and we couldn't make this happen without you!

Each volunteer receives an Event Crew T-shirt, a ferry ticket (only if coming over on race day, provided by the marathon), food and beverage at our post-race party and a coupon for Tom's Burned Down Cafe! We can't wait to see you and THANK YOU so much for helping to make this such a wonderful event!

Wild Pursuits Boat Charter

Pike's Bay Marina

Bayfield, WI

(507) 398-8678

Friday, May 29

One of Captain Sue's favorite Bayfield events is the annual Blessing of the Fleet, where clergy bless commerical and recreational boaters for a safe and prosperous season. To share this blessing with our customers, Wild Pursuits is offering a 20% discount on all tours taking place May 29th- May 31st. We hope to see you on the water!

Mt. Ashwabay

32525 Ski Hill Road

Bayfield, WI

(715) 373-5552

Saturday, June 13, 8:00 a.m.

The Thunderbird Warrior Challenge takes place on June 13 at 8:00 AM at Mt Ashwabay. This outdoor obstacle and trail event welcomes all skill levels and supports Camp Benesi. Participate individually or as a team while enjoying scenic Northwoods terrain. Registration required, pricing varies.

Big Top Chautauqua

32525 Ski Hill Rd.

Bayfield, WI

(715) 373-5552

Friday, July 24, 7:30 p.m.

Judy Collins with special guests The High Kings performs July 24 at 7:30 p.m. at Big Top Chautauqua. Enjoy an evening of iconic folk music, storytelling, and live performance from internationally acclaimed artists.

Tickets range from $78 to $135.

St. James Social

200 Rittenhouse Ave.

Bayfield, WI

(715) 513-6780

We’re honored to be nominated among standout destinations for the 2026 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards—and we’d truly value your vote for St. James Social.

If you’ve stayed or dined with us, you’ve helped shape our story.

See the link below to Vote. Join us for dinner Thursday-Saturday and celebrate spring with Smoked Beet Tartare, Ribeye Ssam, Lake Superior Burbot and more!

Announcing Tapas Night on Thursday, April 30, and Mother’s Day Brunch on May 10 with Javier Trejo, online reservations now available.

Harbor House Sweets

127 W. Bayfield St.

Washburn, WI

(715) 373-0565

Hours:

Mondays, 7:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

Tuesday & Wednesday 7:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Thursday and Friday 10:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Saturday, 10:00 - 3:00 p.m.

*Summer hours start in June

Spring just got sweeter—our homemade ice cream is back in stock!

We’ll be kicking things off with a few delicious flavors and adding more as the season unfolds, so there’s always something new to try.

To start, enjoy classic favorites like shakes, malts, and sundaes, perfect for a sunny day or a sweet treat anytime or a sandwich!

Stop by and treat yourself—we’re excited to have ice cream back!

Old Rittenhouse Inn

301 Rittenhouse Avenue

Bayfield, WI

(715) 779-5111

Spring Fling Offer, Now - May 14

There is still ice in the bay, but the signs of spring are unmistakable. To celebrate, we're offering a Spring Fling special: Reserve 2 or more nights and we'll take 30% off your lodging bill. 

Offer valid for new reservations only for stays between now and May 14, 2026. Not valid for existing reservations or in conjunction with other offers or promotions. Blackout dates apply. Not available on holidays.

Bayfield Marina

112 S. First St.

Bayfield, WI

(715) 779-1078

The Municipal Boat Ramp located at South 3rd Street is open for the season!!

Fill out a pay envelope and we'll mail you a season pass or stop by the Bayfield Marina Office - 112 South 1st Street to purchase.

Day passes are also available at the boat ramp.

Happy fishing and boating!

Bayfield City Hall

34 S. Broad St. Suite 101

Bayfield, WI

(715) 779-5712

City Hall Office Hours:​

Open Monday - Thursday,

10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Closed on Friday.

Meeting Dates:

Monday, April 27, Parks and Recreation, 4:00 p.m.

Monday, April 27, Historic Preservation Commission, 5:00 p.m.

Tuesday, April 28, City Hall Task Force, 9:00 a.m.

Monday, May 4, Harbor Commission. 4:00 p.m.

Monday, May 4, Fire Department, 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday, May 13, Public Works, 9 a.m.

Wednesday, May 13, Tree Board, 5:00 p.m.

Tuesday, May 19, Planning, 9:00 a.m.

Tuesday, May 19, City Council, 4:30 p.m.

Wednesday, May 20, Ambulance Commission, 3:00 p.m.

Wednesday, May 20, Library, 4:00 p.m.

Tuesday, May 28, Playground Committee, 8:00 a.m.

Other Bayfield Area Links

Ashland Area Chamber of Commerce

Bayfield County Tourism

Cornucopia Business Association

Iron River Area Chamber of Commerce

Madeline Island Chamber of Commerce

Port Wing Business Association

Washburn Area Chamber of Commerce

Want to submit to the Bayfield Chamber & Visitor Bureau Community Blast?

The Community Blast is sent on Thursdays and contains pertinent local business and community information and news such as grand openings, hot deals, new business items or services, fundraisers, etc. The deadline for inclusion in the Community Blast is Wednesdays at noon. Only Chamber Members can submit to the email blast.