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July 2026
First Friday “Red, White + Blues”
Downtown is the place you’ll want to be to kick off your star-spangled holiday weekend with A Red, White and Blues themed First Friday event on July 3, from 4 pm to 9 pm. This award-winning event brings thousands of locals and tourists together for a themed celebration of the Racine community each month. Bring along your appetite, dancing shoes and fun money to experience downtown at its finest. Merchants, restaurants, and bars are not just opening doors; they're rolling…
Find out more »4th Of July Rooftop Party
Elevate your 4th of July at Eave, Hotel Verdant’s indoor and outdoor rooftop bar overlooking Lake Michigan. Skip the chaotic crowds and claim your front-row seat to the city’s spectacular fireworks show. We're firing up the grill with burgers, BBQ, and all your cookout favorites. Sip on craft cocktails and catch up with friends this 4th. 📌 An Exclusive Experience: Eave will be closed to the general public on July 4th. Secure your exclusive entry by booking your room at…
Find out more »HayMarket
Downtown Racine’s HayMarket: A Summer Night Market Experience Unlike Any Other Attention: June 11 HayMarket canceled due to severe weather! As the workday winds down and the summer sun begins to set, Downtown Racine is inviting residents and visitors to trade their evening routine for something more memorable. The Downtown Racine Corporation is excited to announce the return of The HayMarket, Racine's only night market, taking place in Monument Square on June 11 & 25, July 9 & 23,…
Find out more »Hospice Alliance’s Root River Poker Run
Join us by land or sea for Hospice Alliance's 3rd annual Root River Poker Run. Bike, drive, kayak, or dinghy to stops along the Racine harbor to draw your poker card and receive a stamp on your scorecard. Collect all seven stamps and return to the Riverside Marina Clubhouse by 4 pm to turn your card in to the poker judges. Stick around after for food catered by Joey's Yardarm and Buckets Pub 2nd Round, raffle prizes, and awards for…
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Downtown Racine’s HayMarket: A Summer Night Market Experience Unlike Any Other Attention: June 11 HayMarket canceled due to severe weather! As the workday winds down and the summer sun begins to set, Downtown Racine is inviting residents and visitors to trade their evening routine for something more memorable. The Downtown Racine Corporation is excited to announce the return of The HayMarket, Racine's only night market, taking place in Monument Square on June 11 & 25, July 9 & 23,…
Find out more »August 2026
HayMarket
Downtown Racine’s HayMarket: A Summer Night Market Experience Unlike Any Other Attention: June 11 HayMarket canceled due to severe weather! As the workday winds down and the summer sun begins to set, Downtown Racine is inviting residents and visitors to trade their evening routine for something more memorable. The Downtown Racine Corporation is excited to announce the return of The HayMarket, Racine's only night market, taking place in Monument Square on June 11 & 25, July 9 & 23,…
Find out more »First Friday “Scoop the Loop”
Brace yourselves for a nostalgic journey as First Fridays returns with a "Scoop the Loop" throwback theme on August 7, from 4 pm to 9 pm. "Scoop the Loop" is inspired by an old tradition where teenagers would showcase their cars by cruising around a specific loop in Downtown Racine. Live music on Monument Square by All the Kings Men (Elvis Tribute Band) and on Crosswalk Park by Night Wing and Titus, Rench and WhearyClassic Car Show on Sam Johnson…
Find out more »HayMarket
Downtown Racine’s HayMarket: A Summer Night Market Experience Unlike Any Other Attention: June 11 HayMarket canceled due to severe weather! As the workday winds down and the summer sun begins to set, Downtown Racine is inviting residents and visitors to trade their evening routine for something more memorable. The Downtown Racine Corporation is excited to announce the return of The HayMarket, Racine's only night market, taking place in Monument Square on June 11 & 25, July 9 & 23,…
Find out more »6th Annual Lakefront Expo
Breast Cancer Awareness Walk: Registration 8 AM - 9 AM, Begins at 9:30 AM Honoring Our Legacy Tribute - Honoring Pastor Melvin Hargrove Presentation to celebrate the impact Pastor Melvin Hargrove has had on the Racine Community Youth Dance Demonstration Tae Kwon Do Demonstration Free Admittance Food Vendor - Food and drinks are available for purchase from the vendor
Find out more »September 2026
First Friday “Country” Themed
Get your boots and cowboy hats ready, because on September 4, from 4 pm to 9 pm, we’re turning up the heat at First Friday! Our vibrant community of merchants, restaurants, and bars is ready to roll out the red carpet for you, offering a shopping and dining experience that’s bigger and better than ever. Enjoy toe-tapping, boot-stomping country tunes by Bella Cain Unplugged on Monument Square sponsored by Harborspot and Reefpoint Brewhouse. Night Wing and Titus, Weary and Rench…
Find out more »Feast on the Streets- Fall-Inspired Dishes
Get ready to eat your way through a Fall-Inspired food edition of Feast on the Streets! The Downtown Racine Corporation is thrilled to bring back this popular event with a new twist—Fall-inspired dishes - think warm spices, fall produce, savory/sweet pairings, and rich sauces. Explore 10 fantastic downtown Racine restaurants, each featuring a creative dish inspired by Fall’s most beloved ingredients. Participating Locations:Sugar Shack - Caramel Peanut Butter Pretzel CheesecakeThe Ivanhoe - Irish Curry Chicken Pot PieReefpoint Brew House -…
Find out more »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. Voted the Best Event in Wisconsin by the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC), this festival is an absolute must-see. With over 12 blocks jam-packed with live music, over 20 food trucks, mind-blowing street performances, shopping, games, and rides, there’s something for everyone in the family…
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