Festivals and Fairs

Put-In-Bay Festivals and Fairs offers visitors a great chance to experience the island at its finest.  A special time to see live entertainment, great artists and local talent.

Burning Snowman
The Burning Snowman Party! Saturday, February 22, 2025 The big Port Clinton Ohio winter event was set to return this February. This all day festival usually features local food vendors, craft beers, and Live Bands! From 12 noon through 10 PM, guests enjoy the festivities with their friends for a good cause. The event closes the night with the Burning of a 25ft.+ Snowman, to say goodbye to those Winter Blues! This climax is the burning of a giant paper snowman to call for spring to arrive. (Click for bigger...More Information
Pyrate Fest Put-in-Bay
Aye Aye Captain! Be a Pirate From June 27th-29th! For over 10 years in a row pirates be invadin’ Put-in-Bay’s downtown harbor on Friday at 4:00 PM to open the Put-in-Bay Pyrate Fest. Grab your wooden leg and your pet parrot, because you’re going to need them. Saturday will be an exciting day for kids and adult full of fun activities. Make sure you don’t miss the Pirate Parade downtown. Adults and children are both encouraged to participate in this hot Put-in-Bay Ohio summer weekend. Interested in coming to this...More Information
Put-in-Bay Jeep Invasion
Jeep Jeep! Bring you Jeep to Put-in-Bay July 18th-19th! Bring your Jeep up to the Bay for the Annual Put-in-Bay Ohio Jeep Invasion to show it off! There is a scavenger hunt, and the Jeeps will be joining the weekly antique car parade. You’ll get to see some awesome vintage Jeeps and other antique vehicles and have a fantastic weekend getaway at the Bay! 2024 Jeep Invasion Itinerary Friday On Friday the Jeeps will get together at Langram and Meechen Rd. across from the airport for a drone photo! Saturday Saturday...More Information
2025 Put-in-Bay Bash on the Bay 8 – Luke Bryan and Sam Hunt
PIB News Alert: Luke Bryan and Sam Hunt will be headlining this year’s Bash on the Bay, hosted by 614 Events! Luke Bryan will be playing August 13th, and Sam Hunt August 14th! Tickets go on sale March 21! Two-day package sales at Etix.com: https://etix.com/ticket/k/10291089/bash-on-the-bay-8-2025-2-day-package-put-in-bay-bash-on-the-bay-putinbay-airport Luke Bryan single day sales August 13 at Etix.com: https://etix.com/ticket/p/44746657/bash-on-the-bay-music-festival-luke-bryan-put-in-bay-bash-on-the-bay-putinbay-airport Sam Hunt single day sales August 14 at Etix.com: https://etix.com/ticket/p/68020209/bash-on-the-bay-music-festival-sam-hunt-put-in-bay-bash-on-the-bay-putinbay-airport It’s time to start planning your trip now! Here are some of our top picks for lodging for the big event! Island Club Rentals (islandclub.com)...More Information
Downtown Art In The Park
Become An Artist For the Day September 6th! Art In The Park is an excellent event in downtown Put-in-Bay Ohio during the Put-in-Bay Historical Weekend. DeRivera Park welcomes dozens of artisans and craftspeople to share their love of art with the community. You can come to the park and just enjoy their work and exhibits. There will also be works available for purchase that can act as the perfect souvenir to take home with you, either for yourself or as a gift for family. Art In The Park will also...More Information
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One of the most popular festivals on Put-In-Bay is the Annual Put-in-Bay Pyrate Fest.  Each year hoards of pirates descend upon South Bass Island.  Mike Mad Dog Adams has been the “Pirate King” since the inception of the event.  His music and comedy show is at the Roundhouse Bar, as it has for many decades.

Festivals and Fairs Are Fun!

The Island is teeming with interesting events and things to do.  One of the newest and wildly popular Music Festivals, Bash on the Bay, has Kid Rock coming to Put-In-Bay.  This will be a huge event and many will attend and get to experience our wonderful island.

Stay informed with the latest Put-In-Bay Festivals by utilizing this island resource.  Within there are great events that can’t be missed!  So, hop on a Put-In-Bay Ferry and head on over for a Festival.