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Racine River Fest

August 3

Inaugural Downtown Racine River Fest – Saturday., August 3rd

Racine, WI – Get ready for an exciting day of adventure at Racine River Fest on Sat., Aug. 3rd! This choose-your-own-adventure event, taking place along the beautiful riverfront, offers a variety of activities for everyone to enjoy. Whether you’re looking for free family fun or ticketed experiences, there’s something for everyone!

Highlights include a spectacular fireworks display from Festival Park, free sail excursions courtesy of the Racine Yacht Club, thrilling Dragon Boat Races featuring a special match between the Racine Police and Fire Departments, Cardboard Boat Races (Harbor Lite Yacht Club) and much more. Enjoy a pancake breakfast, participate in the Root River 5k, explore the Lakefront Artist Fair, and join in the fun with rubber duck races, cardboard boat races, and more.

Don’t miss the chance to sample free beer at Marci’s and Ivanhoe, enjoy special wine and beer presentations at Uncorkt, and experience dueling pianos at the Chartroom/Bridge Tender Tavern. The day will conclude with the magical Venetian Night.

Come down and create your adventure at Racine River Fest! We look forward to seeing you there for a day filled with fun, entertainment, and community spirit.

For more information, please contact: Tom Landreman, Racine River Fest Chairman

Full List of Events happening throughout the day:

  1. Fireworks  (from Festival park site)
  2. Free Shuttles courtesy of Double Tree Hotel & 5th Street Yacht Club
  3. Free Sail excursion  Racine Yacht Club
  4. Dragon Boat Races   (special feature Racine Police vs Racine Fire Department)
  5. Pancake Breakfast  (Festival Park)
  6. Root River 5k
  7. Lakefront Artist Fair
  8. 5th Street Yacht Club Rubber Duck races
  9. Harbor Lite Yacht Club Cardboard Boat Races
  10. Dinghy & Boat Show  – Racine Riverside Marina
  11. Pirate event at Reefpoint Marina
  12. Breakwater 233 Tours -all day
  13. Classic Car Show 5-8 pm Chartroom
  14. Specials at Joey’s Yardarm
  15. Free beer sampling at Marci’s on Main and specials
  16. Free beer sampling at Ivanhoe Pub and specials
  17. Special wine & beer presentations and discounts at Uncorkt
  18. Georges Encore Special Entertainment feature
  19. Littleport Brewery- BOGO offers
  20. Chartroom/Bridge Tender Tavern  –  Dueling Piano show
  21. Reefpoint Brew House  –  specials
  22. Venetian Night

Details

Date:
August 3
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Venue

Downtown Racine
Racine, WI + Google Map