Historic & Hip district on the shores of Lake Michigan
Live Music * Museums * Foodie Paradise * Diverse Retail Shopping
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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Knitting 101
Have you ever wanted to learn to knit? This is the class for you! This class will cover the basics of knitting - so it is perfect for anyone that has never tried (or it's been a really long time)! In this course you will learn to knit using straight bamboo knitting needles and chunky yarn. You will learn how to hold your yarn, cast on, knit stitch, purl stitch, casting off, basic pattern reading & more!
Find out more »“Summer Bash” First Friday
Downtown Racine Corporation invites the community to celebrate the second First Friday of the 2026 season on Friday, June 5, as Downtown Racine transforms into a vibrant Summer Bash filled with live music, art, food, and entertainment throughout the downtown district. One of the evening’s major highlights will be the unveiling of Downtown Racine’s newest public art project, Giant “Greetings from Racine” postcards, a large-scale art installation displayed throughout downtown featuring colorful, selfie-friendly designs inspired by Racine landmarks and culture.…
Find out more »Racine Farmer’s Market on the Lake
Outdoor Market features fresh fruits and vegetables from local farms as well as other unique delicacies from local artisans. Enjoy samples, demonstrations and live music. Government food share programs are accepted.
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