The 29th annual Book Across the Bay (BATB) 10K walk/run/snowshoe/ski returns to its original Washburn-to-Ashland point-to-point course on Valentine’s Day, Feb. 14, 2026. TheDailyPress reports after three years of cost-related changes that necessitated an out-and-back from Ashland, the beloved nighttime event—known for its economic impact, ice sculptures, bonfires, and 1,000 ice luminaries—is back as a major community collaboration. Festivities start at 10 a.m. at the Ashland Marina, with shuttles taking registrants to Washburn’s West End Park for the 6 p.m. start back to Ashland. For more information go to bath.org.