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SUMMARY:"Summer Bash" First Friday
DESCRIPTION: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. \nOne 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. \nAttendees of all ages are also invited to participate in a postcard-themed scavenger hunt connected to the Giant “Greetings from Racine” public art project. Participants who complete the scavenger hunt form will receive a free collectible postcard featuring the artwork and be entered for a chance to win one of the giant postcards at the end of the season. Scavenger hunt forms can be downloaded from Downtown Racine Corporation or picked up at locations throughout downtown\, including the Downtown Racine Corporation office at 425 Main Street. Throughout the evening\, many of the featured artists will also be stationed near their postcard installations\, giving visitors the opportunity to meet the artists and learn more about their creative process and inspiration behind the pieces. \n“First Fridays continue to bring incredible energy to Downtown Racine\,” said Kelly Kruse. “This Summer Bash celebration combines live music\, public art\, interactive activities\, food\, and nightlife to create an experience that truly showcases the creativity and vibrancy of our downtown community.” \nMonument Square will feature a live DJ\, food trucks\, a beer garden\, and summer-themed activities throughout the evening. \n  \nSugar Shack will be celebrating their grand re-opening at new location (218 6th St) at 5pm \nLive music and entertainment highlights include: \n\nNight Wing — 5 p.m. at Crosswalk Park \nTitus\, Rench & Wheary — 6 p.m. at Crosswalk Park \nWaiting for Eddie — 8 p.m. at George’s Encore \nPickin’ and Grinning — Reefpoint Brew House \nDead Eye Rye — 7 p.m. at Chartroom \nKaraoke — 8 p.m. at Bridge Tender Tavern \nOpen Jam — 6 p.m. at Smoke’d on the Water\nOpen Mic – Divino Gelato \nRainy Day Trio – Vintage & Modern Books 5:30pm\nDJ Gideon Vernon Williams — Monument Square \n\nThe evening will also feature a Creative Crawl with interactive arts experiences throughout downtown\, including: \n\nRacine Art Museum featuring DJ EzE (Eric Meier)\, interactive art stations\, scavenger hunts with prizes\, patio activities\, and a collaborative postcard art project \nArtists Gallery opening reception featuring guest artist Kelly Witte \nPhotographic Design’s “Windows of the World” extended exhibition \nHot Shop Glass live glass blowing demonstrations \nBusias XOXO selfie station\, giveaways\, and summer treats \n\nParking is conveniently available at the Lake Avenue Ramp (300 Lake Avenue)\, Civic Centre Ramp (501 Lake Avenue)\, and Shoop Parking Ramp (Main & State) for an all-day rate of $4.
URL:https://racinedowntown.com/event/summer-bash-first-friday/
LOCATION:Downtown Racine\, Racine\, WI
CATEGORIES:Arts,Drink,Food,Music,Shopping
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