Welcome to the Historic Ashtabula Harbor — a vibrant Lake Erie coastal destination in Northeast, Ohio where history, community, and commerce connect.
The Historic Ashtabula Harbor is a Midwest foodie’s dream.
Our award-winning restaurants offer some of the best food creations between Cleveland and Buffalo along the Lake Erie shoreline.
The Historic Ashtabula Harbor community is brimming with history
and united by a shared
love for the area.
No matter where you visit in the
Historic Ashtabula Harbor, you’ll find a lively community of people dedicated to uplifting and progressing the area forward.
The Historic Ashtabula Harbor is known for its visual charm, and is a thriving hub of retail shops, boutique services, and a working Bascule Bridge.
Our working harbor offers beautiful waterfront views, lodging, and leisure activities neighboring Ohio's Wine Country.
There is so much to discover along the Historic Ashtabula Harbor waterfront. Find beaches, parks, museums, and cultural centers. Explore the Lake Erie Coastal Ohio Trail, fish, and boat through the Ashtabula River.
“There are so many things to see and do in Ashtabula. We always find places to see and explore. Summer, fall, winter, or spring.”
- Vicky Forson
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Hollie's review of the Historic Ashtabula Harbor on Tripadvisor:
“We stopped here after the covered bridge to check out where the river meets the lake! We walked thru the cute little town and shops and came home with so many goodies from the small businesses. Got to see the draw bridge go up twice while we were there and watch the boats come in and out. Very clean area and friendly people!”
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Michael W's review of the Historic Ashtabula Harbor on Tripadvisor:
“You'll see why Bridge Street was voted America’s Main Street Winner....cute shops, great restaurants, craft brewery, historical buildings, a Maritime Museum and Underground Railroad Museum just a stones throw away, and if you're lucky you just might see the Bascule Bridge go up to let boats go from the Ashtabula river out to Lake Erie.”
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Christy S’s review of the Historic Ashtabula Harbor on Tripadvisor:
“Beautiful small town feel with amazing views. The assortment of restaurants and shoppes make a great place to spend an afternoon or evening. The lights on the bridge are a must see at night!”
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Lori J’s review of the Historic Ashtabula Harbor on Tripadvisor:
“We always enjoy a walk down bridge street. The flowers lining the street are absolutely stunning too!”
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Kep's review of the Historic Ashtabula Harbor on Tripadvisor:
“A quaint little town with lots of eclectic shops. Lots of local artists featured. Definitely worth browsing through for an afternoon.”
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Stacy O's review of the Historic Ashtabula Harbor on Tripadvisor:
“What a neat little experience. Not everyday you get to see something this 😎. Be sure to stop in all the little shops!”
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Iahelsel's review of the Historic Ashtabula Harbor on Tripadvisor:
“Lots of great shops and restaurants to visit. Even for just a coffee, it is worth the drive. We enjoyed seeing the bridge up even. Visited form Columbus.”
Many of the area’s buildings were constructed between 1865-1878 when Ashtabula was a flourishing port city.
PHOTOS BY MARTELLO PHOTOGRAPHY
The Historic Ashtabula Harbor website and social media pages are run by a volunteer board of directors called the Lift Bridge Community Association (LBCA), whose mission is to promote and develop the Historic Ashtabula Harbor as a major regional destination for tourism, recreation, and entertainment.
2025 EVENTS
MAY 11 — MOTHER’S DAY POP-UP FARMER’S MARKET
Spend the afternoon with your favorite mom in the heart of the Historic Ashtabula Harbor! Join us for a pop-up plant sale by folks of The Ashtabula Farmers Market, including Octagon Acres, Farm 153, Red Beet Row, Hubbard Run Farm, Windy Hill Farm and more! There will be many vendors from the market and some special guests, as well. Spend the rest of the day brunching, shopping, and strolling down Bridge Street.
JUNE 15 THRU OCTOBER 12 — FARMER’S MARKET (EVERY SUNDAY)
Shop local produce & products beginning Father’s Day in the Historic Ashtabula Harbor every Sunday rain or shine!
JUNE 21
SLICE OF SUMMER 11:00am - 3:00pm
Enjoy a Slice of Summer with the kids in the Historic Ashtabula Harbor! Featuring balloon animals, bubble shows, face painting, a caricature artist, Jungle Terry and more in addition to the many offerings from merchants on Bridge Street. Stroll down to Walnut Beach afterwards to continue your day of fun at Ashtabula Pride!
ASHTABULA PRIDE* 11:00am - 7:00pm
Celebrate Pride at Walnut Beach in the Historic Ashtabula Harbor! Find food trucks, local vendors, entertainment, and other family friendly activities for Ashtabula’s annual Pride festival.
BURNING OF THE SOCKS 5:00pm-9:00pm
Welcome summer at the Ashtabula Maritime and Surface Transportation Museum in this symbolic tradition to bid farewell to winter with Burning of the Socks! Bring socks (to burn) and chairs (to sit)!
JUNE 22 — 76TH ANNUAL BLESSING OF THE FLEET 11:00am - 1:00pm
Join us from land (in the public dock area) or sea (river!) for a non-denominational service as we carry on a centuries- old tradition of wishing for a safe and bountiful year for all that pass through our waters!
JUNE 28-29 — BEACH GLASS FESTIVAL* 11:00am - 5:00pm
Join Historic Ashtabula Harbor merchants and over 100 beach glass and beach themed vendors that PACK Bridge Street with shopping and summer vibes! Ashtabula Harbor Beach Glass Festival hosts one of the largest beach glass festivals in the nation annually with vendors from as far as the eastern seaboard, Florida, Wisconsin and beyond.
JULY 25-27 — WINE AND WALLEYE FESTIVAL
For 17 years, alongside many dedicated volunteers and supporters, the Lift Bridge Community Association (LBCA) has been proud to team up with the City of Ashtabula to put on the Historic Ashtabula Harbor’s annual Wine & Walleye Festival. We are thrilled to welcome back the show-stopper of the harbor, the Lettie G. Howard, for deck and sailing tours. We’ll have a packed schedule of live entertainment, delicious wine tastings, crispy fried walleye, tons of vendors and shopping, cold beer, lighted boat parade, fishing tournament, family friendly activities, the most spectacular fireworks show in Northeast Ohio, and so much more! Proceeds from this year’s weekend of events will go directly back to the area to start a facade and historical preservation project fund for business owners aiming to improve their storefronts. Stay tuned on Facebook or www.wineandwalleyefestival.com for more information.
SEPTEMBER 21 — HARVEST IN THE HARBOR: ASHTABULA LOCAL FOOD FESTIVAL
Celebrate local food! Co-sponsored with Healthy Roots, a non-profit propelling the local food movement.
NOVEMBER 29 — SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY
DECEMBER 13 — HOLIDAYS IN THE HARBOR
*indicates an event put on outside of the Lift Bridge Community Association (LBCA).