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July 2026
Bright Futures Summer Festival
John 23 is proud to host Racine's first-ever Bright Futures Summer Festival on July 15 at Festival Park in partnership with Salmon-a-Rama. The vibrant festival is free to attend and includes activities for the whole family, including a student talent show, bags tournament, games and other interactive activities. The talent show and bags tournament require registration via https://linktr.ee/john23educenter. Donations to John 23 are welcome.
Find out more »September 2026
Party on the Pavement
Get ready for the biggest event of the year! Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 19th, and head downtown for the 23rd annual Party on the Pavement street festival, presented by the Downtown Racine Corporation. This festival is an absolute must-see. With over 12 blocks jam-packed with live music, incredible food and drinks, mind-blowing street performances, shopping, games, and rides, there’s something for everyone in the family to enjoy. Festivities kick off at noon and continue through 7:00 pm, with…
Find out more »November 2026
Holiday Parade and Tree-Lighting
🎄✨ Get ready to unwrap the magic of the season at our spectacular Downtown Racine Holiday Parade and Tree-Lighting Ceremony on Saturday, November 14, 2026. The pre-festivities kick off at 4:30 pm with jolly carolers spreading holiday cheer, serenading us with Christmas favorites on Monument Square. Then, at 5:30 pm, join us at the West side of the State Street bridge as the parade sets off, winding its merry way down Main Street to 6th Street, and dancing through the…
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