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Historic & Hip district on the shores of Lake Michigan

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100+ events per year

Downtown Racine is a perfect blend of history and modernity.  With its historic architecture, expansive ethnic restaurants, and hip boutiques & galleries, it’s the perfect destination.

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2026 Snowdance® 10 Minute Comedy Festival

8:00 pm2:30 pm

2026 Snowdance® 10 Minute Comedy Festival is the hit playwriting competition that draws entries from around the globe. Judges choose the best to produce. Then, in the ultimate interactive experience, the audience votes on who should win the cash prize. It’s original comedy plus OOHPS’ signature hijinks between plays. Utah has Sundance; Racine has Snowdance! (If this were a movie, we think it might be rated PG-13 - language and content) February 6, 7, 8; 12, 13, 14, 15; 19,…

Animal Amore

6:00 pm8:30 pm

Love is in the air! Show your love in a unique way this year. Treat your sweetheart to a romantic evening at the Zoo! Indulge in: Refreshing champagne Open bar Delicious appetizers Exceptional catered dinner Special presentation on Wild Animal Love and how it compares to our own lives (think Dr. Ruth meets Racine Zoo) Raffle baskets

1:00 pm10:00 pm

Get Ready to Sip, Drink, Guzzle, and WIN with Downtown's Craft Beer Extravaganza! Prepare for a week-long celebration of craft beer as downtown businesses roll out the barrels of excitement! From special craft beer deals to FREE tastings and rare releases, this is not your average beer week – it's a craft beer experience like never before! 🍻 Drink Specials for the Event 🍻 Blue Rock – Lakefront $4 Pints Brickhouse – Public Southport Blonde $4 Pints Bridgetender – Eagle…

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