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Plan Your Perfect Put-in-Bay Escape – Lake Erie’s Most Iconic Island Destination

Escape to Put-in-Bay, Ohio, the ultimate Lake Erie island getaway packed with unforgettable attractions, vibrant nightlife, family fun, and relaxing lake views. Whether you’re searching for the best things to do in Put-in-Bay or planning a summer vacation, this island paradise has something for everyone.

Your every day island getaway starts here!

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Plate of Creamy Lobster Pasta from a Put-in-Bay Restaurant

Places to Eat

Savor the best of Put-in-Bay restaurants — from fresh Lake Erie perch and casual island bites to waterfront dining and local favorites.

Historic Model-T Car

Places to Stay

Looking for the best places to stay in Put-in-Bay? Choose from charming hotels, waterfront condos, spacious cottages, and more — all just steps from the island’s top attractions.

Camping Tent in Put-in-Bay

Places to See

Discover the top Put-in-Bay attractions, including Perry’s Monument, Crystal Cave, island parks, historic sites, and scenic waterfront views.

Adorable Purse Found Shopping on Put-in-Bay, Ohio

Places to Shop

Discover unique finds, island fashion, and local treasures in the heart of Put-in-Bay’s charming boutiques and stores.

The 2025 Put-in-Bay Island Guide Provides Insights to Activities, Travel, and Restaurant Options

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What’s Happening on the Islands

Teams Compete at the Put-in-Bay Soccer Cup
Chamber Event

6 vs 6 Soccer, Put-in-Bay Cup

Gear up for the thrilling Put-in-Bay Cup, an annual 6 vs 6 Put-in-Bay soccer tournament held at McCann's Field. This highly anticipated event is a highlight of the island's tournament series, attracting teams and spectators for a weekend of competitive soccer and island festivities.
July 12 – July 13, 2025
Teens Complete at the I-LYA Jr Bay Week Put-in-Bay
Chamber Event

I-LYA Junior Bay Week

Watch rising stars compete at Junior Bay Week, hosted by the Inter-Lake Yachting Association. Youth sailors race for national points in various classes, with action viewable from the harbor. It’s a thrilling week of sailing excellence and community support for the next generation.
July 13 – July 17, 2025 | 9:00 am
Jeeps Line Up to Spell Out "PIB" During the 10th Annual Put-in-Bay Jeep Invasion
Chamber Event

10th Annual Put-in-Bay Jeep Invasion

Gear up for the 10th Annual Put-in-Bay Jeep Invasion, a thrilling event for Jeep enthusiasts, to be held on July 19, 2024, at Heineman’s Winery.
July 18 – July 19, 2025
Teams Compete at the Put-in-Bay Soccer Cup
Chamber Event

6 vs 6 Soccer, Put-in-Bay Cup

Gear up for the thrilling Put-in-Bay Cup, an annual 6 vs 6 Put-in-Bay soccer tournament held at McCann's Field. This highly anticipated event is a highlight of the island's tournament series, attracting teams and spectators for a weekend of competitive soccer and island festivities.
July 12 – July 13, 2025
Teens Complete at the I-LYA Jr Bay Week Put-in-Bay
Chamber Event

I-LYA Junior Bay Week

Watch rising stars compete at Junior Bay Week, hosted by the Inter-Lake Yachting Association. Youth sailors race for national points in various classes, with action viewable from the harbor. It’s a thrilling week of sailing excellence and community support for the next generation.
July 13 – July 17, 2025 | 9:00 am

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