Affordable Housing
There are a lot of places to stay at on the island, but the pricing can vary vastly. With Put-in-Bay being located on an island, things can get expensive so below are links to some of the more affordable housing on South Bass Island.
Island Events
Every week brings something new to the island! Both kids and adults alike enjoy dressing up as a pirate during the island’s annual Pyrate Fest!
June 21st-23rd Pyrate Fest
June 21st-23rd 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…read more →
Jul 29th Full Moon Luau
Jul 29th The Full Moon Luau at The Keys, Put-in-Bay is fun for the whole family!Entertainment begins at 6:00p with West Side Steve; followed by Pacific Paradise Entertainment at 7:30 and 9:00p.Cost is $10 for adults (21 and over) and $5 for those under 21.Drink specials and food specials with be…read more →
Jul 31st World Ranger Day
Jul 31st World Ranger Day is a global observance of Rangers across the world who died in the line of duty in the past 12 months. Many of these Rangers are from Africa, India and Southeast Asia. However, more than half of these deaths are at the hands of…read more →
Aug 3rd Annual J.F. Walleye’s 5k
Aug 3rd Looking for a reason to make time for a late summer getaway? Join us on Middle Bass Island on the first Sunday in August for the Annual J.F. Walleye’s 5k run. The race will start between J.F. Walleye’s and the historic Lonz Winery. As you make your way through…read more →
Aug 5th Annual Stargazing Cruise
Aug 5th Last year, there was a slight breeze for the Annual Stargazing Cruise and about 75 degrees at sunset. There also happened to be a nice lightning show to the south of us, but we had extraordinary clear skies for viewing the stars! Around 200 people came aboard…read more →
Aug 7th-11th I-LYA Boating Regattas
Aug 7th-11th Stay tuned for more details on the I-LYA Boating Regattas event. This time of year we see the I-LYA Junior Sail Regatta where Junior Sailors compete for points towards national competition in various racing classes. There is also the Deep Water Sailing Races where skippers compete by…read more →
Aug 7th-8th “Auction For History”
Aug 7th-8th The Auction for History is an annual auction that benefits the Lake Erie Islands Historical Society Museum. The event begins at 6:30 PM. Viewing of the items for auction begins at 4:00 PM. Bidders can preview live auction items and bid on silent auction items. Viewing starts…read more →
Aug 7th Annual Pig Roast
Aug 7th The success of the Annual Pig Roast for the Lake Erie Islands Nature & Wildlife Center is due to the volunteers. As a result of the increasing dedication and enthusiasm from them as well as donors , the event is a huge success each year. Each year the…read more →
Aug 10th “Classic” Volleyball Games
Aug 10th The Put-in-Bay Classic Volleyball Tournament is a major one day volleyball competition on the island. People from all around the Midwest choose this weekend to come to Put-in-Bay and bump, set and spike their way to glory and fun with friends. There are five skill level divisions.…read more →
Aug 17th Volleyball Battle
Aug 17th For more than 25 years, volleyball players have competed in this day long Volleyball Battle tournament that is so big, it is held both at McCann Field on Toledo Avenue near downtown Put-in-Bay and over on the high school softball field. Over 2,500 players compete in numerous divisions…read more →
Aug 21st Senior Citizens Day
Aug 21st This day honors and celebrates our older visitors who enjoy coming to the island year after year. Many are snow birds and enjoy the warm temperate Lake Erie summers. Then they go back down to Florida to get some more sun while the island gets icy. This…read more →
Aug 30th-Sep 2nd Labor Day Bash
Aug 30th The end of summer is almost upon us and the Labor Day Bash at the Bay is coming! It is one of the biggest going away parties you will find at the island. Kids are getting ready for classes and this is often the last best chance for…read more →
Sept 6th-8th Historical Weekend
Sept 6th-8th This Historical Weekend on Put-in-Bay celebrates the anniversary of the Battle of Lake Erie on this most historical of weekends. Therefore, this is a celebration of history, art and music and also a celebration of Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry’s naval victory over the British. Since then, there have…read more →
Sept 7th Art In The Park
Sept 7th 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.…read more →
Sept 8th Muffins vs Mossbacks Game
Sept 8th Nothing says summer quite like the good old-fashioned Muffins vs. Mossbacks Baseball Game! South Bass Island is host to the perfect summer event. Each year, you can watch a historic game right on Put-in-Bay. Here, the Ohio Historical Society Muffins challenge the Put-in-Bay Mossbacks! The game follows…read more →
Sept 8th Grand Parade
Sept 8th The capstone of the famous Put-in-Bay Ohio Historical Weekend, the Grand Parade wraps things up in style. In addition, there will be over 1,000 Boy Scouts marching in the parade, fresh off of their Camporee weekend spent in the shadow of Perry’s Victory and International Peace Memorial.…read more →
Sept 8th Annual 3W2 Fly-In
Sept 8th Put-in-Bay, Ohio, located on Lake Erie, is a popular summer resort. But, it also has a growing pilot population and residents who are enthusiastic about antique cars. Aviation meets stylish automobiles at the Annual 3W2 Fly-In at from 12:00 AM – 4:00 PM. The island’s weekly Sunday…read more →
Sept 13th-14th New Year’s at the Bay
Sept 13th-14th There’s a whole new way to ring in the New Year – during the mock New Year’s at the Bay! It may feel like summer break, but the spirit of New Year’s is in full swing at Put-in-Bay! This mock New Year’s Eve celebration is one of the…read more →
Sept 14th Fire Department Clambake
Sept 14th Most foods that you love are available almost all the time while on the island. If you want a pizza or a burger, there’s no shortage of places to call. But for certain things, you have to have them when they’re available. There’s not a pig roast…read more →
Sept 20th-21st Mid-Way St. Pat’s Day
Sept 20th-21st Ready to celebrate Mid-Way St. Patrick’s Day like the Irish? At Put-In-Bay, we celebrate St. Patty’s day twice with the Mid-Way St. Patrick’s Day event! Join Put-in-Bay for the celebration of the halfway mark to St. Patrick’s Day. The parade begins at 1:45 pm, sponsored by Hooligans…read more →
Sept 21st Annual Miller Boat Line 5k
Sept 21st Love to run? Bring your running shoes to Put-in-Bay for the Annual Miller Boat Line 5k! Join over 700 other runners in a scenic race to the finish. This picturesque race course weaves through the scenic roads of South Bass Island. Breathe in the fresh island air…read more →
Sept 24th-27th Road Race Reunion
Sept 24th-27th Classic sports car owners recreate the post WWII road races at the Road Race Reunion event. These race on the island date back from 1952-1959 and again in 1963. Put-in-Bay was one of only two places in the U.S. where public roads were closed and lined with…read more →
Sept 28th Tailgate Weekend
Sept 28th Dress in your favorite team’s colors, jerseys and gear and join us for Tailgate Weekend at the Bay. You’ll find your favorite team playing on one of the many big screens on the island. Join the Lake Erie Islands Browns Backers at their annual tailgate party and…read more →
Oct 4th-5th Island Club Fall Ball
Oct 4th-5th The Fall Ball Customer Appreciation Party is a big street party held at the Island Club community. We usually attract thousands of friends for 2 days of free adult beverages and camaraderie. Further, Saturday afternoon is an opportunity to eat free food and listen to awesome live…read more →
Oct 5th Annual Island Wine Festival
Oct 5th The Annual Island Wine Festival event is located at the Put-in-Bay Winery downtown. It is just along the street by The Boardwalk. It goes from 11:00 AM until 6:00 PM and admission is only $6. With your admission, you get a souvenir wine glass Guests get to sample…read more →
Oct 12th-13th Oktoberfest
Oct 12th-13th This Put-in-Bay family tradition celebrates Oktoberfest with lots of food, good beer, and live entertainment by the ever-popular Maxx Band. Great family fun is had by all on Saturday from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM and again on Sunday from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Come join…read more →
Oct 18th-19th The Wake
Oct 18th-19th The Wake is a longtime Put-in-Bay tradition celebrates the passing of another summer season. Join friends and islanders for a fun filled weekend, one of the last of the season! The main festivities occur at the Round House Bar and Park Hotel on Saturday night. Guests pay…read more →
Oct 25th-26th Halloween Boo Bash
Oct 25th-26th Get your scare on at the annual Halloween Boo Bash event on October 25th-26th! Join over 2,000 people at the largest Halloween island party in Ohio. Once the drinks start flowing from the Put-in-Bay bars and restaurants, you are bound to have a good time! Kids also…read more →
Lodging Testimonials
Don’t take our word for it. See what our guests have to say about their stay at our Put-in-Bay housing!
Cabin 111 was a perfect fit for our group. It was incredibly nice on the inside and a great location. I called the rental place multiple times before and during our stay and they were always extremely helpful. Can’t recommend them enough!
Was perfect in every way! Have stayed at the Island Club Condos for years. Won’t go anywhere else! #77 has been our favorite so far!
I booked island club Waterfront condo for my friends bachelor party. There were 11 of us total and the trip was an absolute success. The view of the bay was breathtaking and the Condo was clean, comfortable, and spacious. The added convenience of them providing golf carts and shuttle services to and from the ferry was an added bonus. The trip was so successful that my buddies and their wife’s are already planning another trip up. Best place to stay in Put-in-bay!
We have visited the Island Club for 4 years in a row now. It just gets better and better as we get to know the staff and the island. Thanks for always helping us and for the great party you have every spring. Spring Fling at the Island Club!!! Woo hoo!!!
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