Summer 2025 Events on Catawba Island, Marblehead & Port Clinton

Summer 2025 Events on Catawba Island

Discover this summer’s can’t-miss events on Catawba Island, Marblehead, and Port Clinton—featuring Twin Oast’s Apricot Fest, Port Clinton’s Walleye Festival, QuinStock, car shows, live music, and more for every traveler.

Why Summer 2025 is the Most Exciting Yet on Catawba

Summer on Lake Erie always brings a vibrant energy, but summer 2025 promises to be exceptionally lively across Catawba Island, Marblehead, and Port Clinton. With a refreshed lineup of festivals, races, concerts, foodie events, and family-friendly fun, there's never been a better time to visit.

What Makes These Events Stand Out:

• They highlight local flavors—from artisanal beers to fresh-caught Lake Erie walleye.

• They bring the community together with parades, races, and interactive zones.

• Many include free or affordable admission, making them accessible for all.

• They connect seamlessly with VisitCatawba’s lodging, dining, and adventure recommendations.

1. Apricot Fest at Twin Oast Brewing (July 12–13)

• Dates: Saturday, July 12 (11 AM – 10 PM) & Sunday, July 13 (11 AM – 9 PM)

• Location: Twin Oast Brewing, 3630 NE Catawba Rd, Port Clinton

• Highlights:

  • Apricatawba Beer debut — a crisp, refreshing brew made from local apricots

  • Live music, a vibrant vendor market, numerous food trucks

  • Kid-friendly zone with a petting zoo, bounce house, and more

  • ApriTrot 0.5K fun run with adult & kids waves, race bib, drink ticket, and awards 

    
    

Why go: A perfect blend of family fun, farm-fresh beer, and lakeside celebration. Highly Instagrammable and great for all ages.

2. QuinStock at Twin Oast Brewing (August 2)

• Date: Saturday, August 2, 2025

• Location: Twin Oast Brewing

• Highlights:

  • Full-day live music lineup

  • Seed Spitter Watermelon Gose tap release

  • Lawn games, local vendors, family activities

Why go: A mid-summer picnic meets music festival—laid-back, upbeat, and community-centered.

3. Port Clinton Walleye Festival (May 22–26)

• Dates: Thursday, May 22–Monday, May 26, 2025 (Memorial Day weekend)

• Location: Waterworks Park & downtown Port Clinton

• Highlights:

  • 🐟 Kids Fishing Derby — free and hugely popular

  • Grande Parade showcasing community floats

  • Free live concerts and carnival rides

  • Over 130 food and merchandise vendors

Why go: The official summer kickoff event—delicious walleye, lakeside fun, and tradition-packed memories.

4. Summer Concert Series in Port Clinton

• Dates: Weekly throughout the summer (check local schedule) 

• Location: Corner of 1st & Central Avenues

• Highlights:

  • Free outdoor concerts featuring genres from folk to rock

  • Support local musicians, bring a blanket, and soak in the lakeside atmosphere

Why go: Easy, relaxing summer evenings with live music by Lake Erie.

5. Corvette & Auto Shows at Liberty Aviation Museum (Early June)

• Date: Saturday, June 7, 2025 (Corvettes at the Museum) 

• Location: Liberty Aviation Museum & Tin Goose Diner, Port Clinton

• Highlights:

  • Display of classic and custom Corvettes

  • Live music, aviation exhibits, and hangar tours

  • Free admission for spectators; optional museum ticket for tours

Why go: Car and aviation enthusiasts will dig this nostalgic event with roaring engines and historical flair.

6. Lakeside Wooden Boat Show & Plein Air Art Festival (Mid-July)

• Dates: Mid-July (check for 2025 dates) 

• Location: Lakeside Chautauqua, Marblehead

• Highlights:

  • Showcase of restored wooden boats

  • Live plein-air painting demonstrations along the waterfront

  • Evening music and plein-air art sales

Why go: A beautiful blend of craftsmanship, creativity, and lakeside leisure—ideal for strolls and photo ops.

7. Kelleys Island 5/10K Run & Fun Run (June 1)

• Date: Sunday, June 1, 2025 

• Location: Kelleys Island

• Highlights:

  • 5K and 10K races, plus a 1-mile family fun run

  • Scenic island route with shirts, medals, and local camaraderie

Why go: Pair island-running with ferry travel—perfect healthy day trip from Catawba.

8. Main Stage Movie & Trivia Nights at Twin Oast (Weekly)

• Dates:

  • Movie Nights: Wednesdays at 4:30 PM

  • Trivia Nights: Thursdays at 6:30 PM 

• Location: Twin Oast Brewing

• Highlights:

  • Free family-friendly films under the stars

  • Trivia nights with prizes, great for date nights

Why go: Casual, fun midweek entertainment with good brews and community vibes.

9. Oastoberfest (October 3–4)

• Dates: Oct 3–4, 2025 

• Location: Twin Oast Brewing

• Highlights:

  • German-style biergarten with local & guest breweries

  • Live music, authentic German food, fall fest atmosphere

Why go: Celebrate autumn Catawba-style with lederhosen, lager, and lakeside leaves.

10. Additional Noteworthy Events Around Catawba & Port Clinton

• Kitchen Table Eats & Community Markets — frequent artisan pop-ups and food truck meetups

• Fishing & Shore Events — join the Port Clinton Sportsmen's Club or local charters for tournaments

• Shores & Islands Ohio festivals — community-wide events including Sandusky Bike Week, Put-in-Bay concerts, and Marblehead special occasions 

Planning Tips & Insider Guide

Tip	Details
Book Lodging Early	Summer weekends fill up fast—reserve vacation rentals, inns, or campgrounds now.
Combine Events	Ferry over to Marblehead for the Wooden Boat Show or Kelleys Island race—perfect day trips.
Arrive Early for Parades & Runs	Events like Walleye Festival parade and Kelleys 10K start early—beat the crowds!
Check Ferry Schedules	Twin Oast events are on Catawba; Marblehead or island events need ferry time.
Bring Essentials	Sunscreen, hat, water bottle—many events are outdoors. For Oct events, bring a light jacket.
Follow Event Pages	Confirm dates/times via Twin Oast and Port Clinton Chamber websites.
Tag & Share	Use #VisitCatawba, #ApricotFest, #QuinStock to boost social reach.

Why These Events Matter to VisitCatawba

• They draw local and regional attention, supporting SEO with queries like “Catawba Apricot Fest” and “Port Clinton Walleye Festival 2025.”

• They align with lakeside travelers—families, foodies, brewers, boaters, art lovers, and fitness enthusiasts.

• Each event offers natural opportunities to crosslink to content like fellow posts (e.g., island-hopping, lodging guides, restaurant roundups).