June 25, 2026
In celebration of Bayfield’s 150 birthday, we’re hosting a Boat Parade in Bayfield Harbour on July 4th at dusk!
Boaters! Mark your calendar and get your lights ready! Details to follow.
Visitors! Join us down at the water on July 4th at dusk. We’ll put on a great show!
More to come! For now, grab a pen and mark that date! Let’s celebrate!
Where: Bayfiel Harbour
When: July 4th
Event Link: https://www.facebook.com/share/1H7fHnNGms/
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