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May 2026
Downtown Racine Spring Wine Walks
Hello Wine Enthusiasts! Get ready to savor the magic at Downtown Racine's Annual Wine Walk Extravaganza! 🍷 Raise those glasses high and save the date because the Downtown Racine Corporation is rolling out the red carpet for the much-anticipated Wine Walks. Picture yourself immersed in the evolving seasons of our enchanting downtown, with the shimmering Lake Michigan as your backdrop, as you embark on a journey through 30 businesses pouring 20 exquisite wines and 10 beer samples. Tickets for this…
Find out more »Feast on the Streets: Spring Edition
Get ready to embrace the flavors of downtown's foodie district with our, "Feast on the Streets: Spring Edition," on Friday, May 29, from 4 PM to 8 PM! The Downtown Racine Corporation is thrilled to bring this event back due to popular demand offering an exclusive opportunity to indulge in an array of culinary delights. Explore 10 amazing restaurants in the heart of downtown Racine, each serving up unique and delectable plates of their cuisine for just $40. Butcher &…
Find out more »June 2026
“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 »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,…
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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 »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. đź“Ś 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)Â and on Crosswalk Park by Night Wing and Titus, Rench and WhearyClassic Car Show on Sam Johnson…
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