5 Early Season Put-in-Bay Events Worth Seeing in 2026
Whiskey Light returns this weekend, signaling the start of the 2026 season on Put-in-Bay. Before peak summer crowds arrive, the
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Island Life
Discover the charm of Put-in-Bay with stories, local insights, and daily happenings. From island traditions to community updates, get a glimpse into life on South Bass Island.
Put-in-Bay Teacher Melissa Kowalski Earns National Science Teaching Award
A Put-in-Bay teacher is being recognized on a national level. Melissa Kowalski, a middle and high school science teacher at
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Put-in-Bay Resort Tax Increase Heads to May 5 Ballot
Put-in-Bay voters will decide on a proposed increase to the island’s resort tax during the May 5 election, with measures
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Put-in-Bay School Shares April Update: D.C. Trip Returns, Science Fair Success, Renovation Plans
Put-in-Bay School has released its April 2026 update, highlighting student travel, academic achievements, and upcoming facility improvements. Washington, D.C. Trip
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Century-Old Austrian Pines Removed from Put-in-Bay Monument Grounds
The removal of the Austrian pine trees at Perry’s Victory and International Peace Memorial this week has struck a chord
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Pizza with a Cop Happening Tonight at the Put-in-Bay Yacht Club
The Put-in-Bay Police Department is hosting “Pizza with a Cop” tonight at the Put-in-Bay Yacht Club. The event takes place
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Loud Boom Heard Across Ohio, Reported on Put-in-Bay Tuesday; NWS Points to Possible Meteor
A loud boom heard across parts of Ohio around 9 a.m. Tuesday was also heard on Put-in-Bay. Island reports indicate
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Miller Ferry Begins Limited Trips to Put-in-Bay This Week
Ferry service to Put-in-Bay will begin ramping up this week as the island prepares for the start of the 2026
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Put-in-Bay EMS, Police Conduct Joint Trauma Training Exercise
Emergency responders on South Bass Island participated in a joint trauma training exercise this week aimed at strengthening interdepartmental coordination
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What’s Happening on Put-in-Bay This Weekend
While winter brings a slower pace on the island, there’s still plenty happening this weekend on Put-in-Bay, with events for
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Put-in-Bay Swears in New Police Chief Mike Dillon
The Village of Put-in-Bay has officially sworn in Mike Dillon as its new Police Chief, welcoming a familiar face and
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Community Christmas Dinner Rescheduled to Monday, December 15
The annual Community Christmas Dinner at the Put-in-Bay Town Hall has been moved from Sunday to Monday, December 15. The
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Lake Erie Seiche Arrives: Water Levels Drop Sharply at Put-in-Bay
The Lake Erie seiche forecast earlier this week has arrived. By late Wednesday morning, strong northwest winds pushed water out
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Put-in-Bay Panther Twirling Club Shines at Bowling Green Holiday Parade
The Put-in-Bay Panther Twirling Club represented the island proudly on Saturday morning, November 22, as they performed in the annual
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Island Events: Bazaar Today, Concert Tomorrow, Home Opener Saturday
The holiday season is officially underway on Put-in-Bay, and the next few days bring a full lineup of community events.
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