Halloween is approaching, and the South Shore is getting into the spirit. This weekend we’ve got live music, local art, a good old-fashioned square dance, Halloween celebrations, and even an opportunity to learn about the fascinating world of fungi.
Our picks this weekend: a Halloween square dance in Cornucopia, a community picnic in Port Wing, and two bands in Herbster.
CORNUCOPIA
Cornucopia Community Center
Saturday, October 24 · 6–9 PM
Costumes encouraged! No partner or experience needed. Joining the potluck? Bring a dish plus your own plate and utensils.
COSTUMES ENCOURAGED
Suggested donation $10–$15 · Pay what you can.
PORT WING
Port Wing Pavilion
Saturday, October 24 · 11 AM–3 PM
Gather at the town pavilion for Port Wing’s Community Appreciation Picnic.
COMMUNITY
Price and food details not listed. Check with the town before heading out.
HERBSTER
Elsie Blue & The Timberrr Bar
Saturday, October 24 · Time not posted
Strange Brew takes the stage first, followed by Brett and the Little Big Show. Two bands in one evening!
LIVE MUSIC
Time and price not posted. Check the venue’s updates before making plans.
October 23 · All times Central
Mino Bimaadiziiwin Tribal Farm · 36735 Aiken Rd.
Friday, October 23 · 10 AM–4 PM
The Red Cliff farm’s weekly stand is open to all and operates on a pay-what-you-can contribution system. A lovely stop for locally grown food and a chance to support Red Cliff food sovereignty work.
FOOD + DRINK
Open to all; pay what you can.
BAYFIELD
Honest Dog Books · 40 S. Second Street, Bayfield
Friday, October 23 · 3–4 PM
Calling all book lovers! MPR’s Kerri Miller leads a discussion of Leif Enger’s Peace Like a River, celebrating its 25th anniversary. The public is invited.
FREE
Free · Open to the public.
October 24 · All times Central
ASHLAND
Ashland High School · 1900 Beaser Avenue
Saturday, October 24 · 9 AM–1 PM
Local crafts, baked goods, concessions, and performances by Ashland High School music students. A little holiday shopping, a little music, and a good cause.
Admission price not listed. Check organizer details before heading out.
NEAR ASHLAND
Saturday, October 24 · 10 AM–2 PM
Mushrooms are having their moment. Drop in to explore a special fungi display and talk with Ranger Kestrel about the remarkable organisms beneath our feet.
Admission price not listed. Check the Visitor Center’s program details before heading out.
PORT WING
Port Wing Pavilion
Saturday, October 24 · 11 AM–3 PM
Port Wing is hosting a Community Appreciation Picnic at the town pavilion. A nice opportunity to experience one of the smaller communities along Lake Superior’s South Shore.
COMMUNITY
Price not listed. Check with the town for food and other event details.
HERBSTER
Elsie Blue & The Timberrr Bar · 14770 Highway 13
Saturday, October 24 · Time not posted
Herbster gets two bands in one evening! Strange Brew takes the stage first, followed by Brett and the Little Big Show. Check the venue’s updates for performance times.
LIVE MUSIC
Time and price not posted. Confirm details with the venue before making plans.
ASHLAND
Chequamegon Food Co-op · 700 Main Street W.
Saturday, October 24 · 3–5 PM
A free, family-friendly Halloween celebration at the co-op. Join the fun, rain or shine!
FREE FAMILY-FRIENDLY
Free and family-friendly.
CORNUCOPIA
Cornucopia Community Center · Hwy C and Erie Avenue
Saturday, October 24 · 6–9 PM
No partner? No experience? No problem. Callers Laura Idle and Sarah York guide the dances with fiddle music from Devin Thunhorst. Costumes encouraged! Potluck attendees should bring a dish to share plus their own plate and utensils.
LIVE MUSIC COSTUMES ENCOURAGED
Suggested donation $10–$15 · Pay what you can. No partner or experience needed.
BAYFIELD
Honest Dog Books · 40 S. Second Street
Saturday, October 24 · 7–9 PM
Enjoy an evening of acoustic rock, rhythm, and reggae with The Older Guys at Honest Dog Books.
LIVE MUSIC
Admission price not listed. Check with the venue for details.
WASHBURN
South Shore Brewery Taphouse · 532 W. Bayfield Street
Saturday, October 24 · 7–9 PM
Catch Lone Gone live at the South Shore Brewery Taphouse in Washburn.
LIVE MUSIC
Admission price not listed. Check with the venue for details.
WASHBURN
The Club · 3 W. Bayfield Street
Saturday, October 24 · Costume & dance party 6:30 PM · Drag show 8:30 PM
Chequamegon Pride presents the second annual Northland College Memorial Drag Show. Come for the costume and dance party, then stay for the show.
COSTUME PARTY
Admission price not listed. Check with the venue for details.
October 25 · All times Central
WASHBURN
The Club · 3 W. Bayfield Street
Sunday, October 25 · 11–11:30 AM
Join instructor Adara Din for belly dance fitness. All levels are welcome.
ALL LEVELS
$15.
ASHLAND
Our Lady of the Lake church parking lot · 201 Lake Shore Drive E.
Sunday, October 25 · 4–5 PM
Bring the family for a free Trunk or Treat celebration in the church parking lot.
FREE FAMILY-FRIENDLY
Free and family-friendly.
October 23–25 · All times Central
WASHBURN
StageNorth · 123 W. Omaha Street, Washburn
Friday, October 23 & Saturday, October 24 · 7:30 PM
Sunday, October 25 · 2 PM
A locally created musical about love, fortune, and spectacular reversals of fate, inspired by Baby Doe Tabor and Colorado’s legendary Matchless Mine.
$25 · Advance tickets recommended. Contains adult language and content.
WASHBURN
Washburn Cultural Center · 1 E. Bayfield St.
Friday–Sunday, October 23–25 · 11 AM–4 PM
Explore painting, photography, sculpture, ceramics, fiber art, and more from artists around the Chequamegon Bay region. An especially good option when you want something creative and unhurried.
Admission price not listed.
Find a beach. Take a hike. Leave time to sit by Lake Superior and do absolutely nothing productive. You’re on vacation. Rupert approves.