Put-in-Bay Daily

06/04/2026

The Village of Put-in-Bay has approved a new seasonal parking permit option for commercial golf cart rental fleets.

The permits allow participating carts to park in Village paid parking spaces without paying hourly fees.

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A new Village program allows commercial golf cart rental companies to purchase seasonal parking permits for their fleets at a cost of $150 per cart.

06/04/2026

Looking for family-friendly activities on Put-in-Bay this summer?

The Aquatic Visitor Center is now open, Wild Tuesdays begin next week, and Put-in-Bay Science Days are returning for the season.

We put together a guide to some of the best educational adventures available on the island this summer.

From the Aquatic Visitor Center and Wild Tuesdays to Science Days and Gibraltar Island Tours, families can explore nature, science, and history on Put-in-Bay this summer.

06/01/2026

Heineman Winery and Crystal Cave earned awards in both the Ohio Wine Competition and the Great American International Wine Competition this year, including a Double Gold medal for Cedar Woods Red and a Gold medal for Pink Catawba.

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Heineman Winery and Crystal Cave brought home awards from two major wine competitions this year, including a Double Gold medal for Cedar Woods Red.

05/30/2026

Waterfront views, patio seating, ice cream stops and plenty of places to enjoy a meal outside.

We put together a guide to outdoor dining options around Put-in-Bay this summer.

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Looking for outdoor dining on Put-in-Bay? From waterfront patios and tiki decks to casual picnic-table dining and ice cream stops, here are several places to enjoy a meal outdoors this summer.

05/27/2026

Planning a Put-in-Bay trip this summer?

Visitors can now find discounts on restaurants, attractions, lodging, golf cart rentals and more through seasonal island coupons released by the Jet Express.

We rounded up the details here:

Visitors heading to Put-in-Bay this summer can find discounts on restaurants, attractions, lodging and more through seasonal Jet Express island coupons.

05/26/2026

Dogs are about to take over Put-in-Bay 🐶

The inaugural Put-in-Bay Dog Bowl comes to McCann’s Field this weekend with DockDogs competitions, spectators, vendors and a full weekend built around dogs.

Organizers are also trying to see just how many dogs they can get on the island during the event.

Full story + event details in the comments👇

05/06/2026

Planning a spring trip to Put-in-Bay?

Several island businesses and Miller Ferry are offering bundled spring travel packages this season, including ferry transportation, lodging and golf cart deals.

Visitors planning spring trips to Put-in-Bay can now find bundled ferry, lodging and golf cart packages through Miller Ferry and island businesses.

05/06/2026

Put-in-Bay voters have decided on the proposed 0.5% increase to the island’s existing resort tax.

Results from both the Village and Township measures are now available.

Full breakdown and what it means: link in comments.

05/01/2026

It’s officially starting. The Jet Express Ferry is running—and several Put-in-Bay businesses are opening their doors for the first time this season today.

Full story in the comments.

04/24/2026

Whiskey Light is back this weekend.

That’s the moment the season officially starts on Put-in-Bay.

But it’s not the only thing happening early this year.

We put together a quick list of the top early season events worth knowing before summer kicks in.

Link in comments.