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May 2026
“Creative Crawl” First Friday
Join us as we kick off the 2026 First Fridays season with Creative Crawl—a citywide celebration of art, creativity, and community. Enjoy hands-on activities, artist demos, local author readings, pop-up exhibits, and more throughout Downtown Racine. Event Highlights: Arts Passport: Pick up a passport and collect stamps at participating locations. Completed passports are eligible for prizes and gift cards! Don’t miss this evening of creativity and connection in the heart of Downtown Racine.
Find out more »June 2026
“Summer Bash” First Friday
First Fridays are back and better than ever. Join us for the second First Friday of the 2026 season on Friday, June 5th, as Downtown Racine transforms into the ultimate Summer Bash. From live music and food to a citywide art crawl and the unveiling of a brand-new public art project, this event offers something for everyone. LIVE DJ & SUMMER FUN ON MONUMENT SQUARE Celebrate summer in the heart of the city with live music, games, food trucks, free…
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Mark your calendars for The HayMarket, a lively and family-friendly night market held every other Thursday from 4–7 PM on Monument Square in the heart of Downtown Racine. This bi-weekly event is your perfect destination to unwind, shop, and connect with the community while savoring the best of what local vendors have to offer. 2026 Dates: June 11 & 25 • July 9 & 23 • August 6 & 20 Explore a delightful mix of over 40 vendors from fresh…
Find out more »HayMarket
Mark your calendars for The HayMarket, a lively and family-friendly night market held every other Thursday from 4–7 PM on Monument Square in the heart of Downtown Racine. This bi-weekly event is your perfect destination to unwind, shop, and connect with the community while savoring the best of what local vendors have to offer. 2026 Dates: June 11 & 25 • July 9 & 23 • August 6 & 20 Explore a delightful mix of over 40 vendors from fresh…
Find out more »Music on the Monument
Get ready to groove and make your summer unforgettable as the Downtown Racine Corporation proudly presents the return of our electrifying Free Live Music Concert Series every Friday on the iconic Monument Square! From June 26 to August 28, the heart of Racine will pulsate with the beats of diverse music genres, transforming your Friday evenings into a musical fiesta from 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm. We've got your comfort covered – tables and chairs await you! Quench your thirst…
Find out more »Saturday Sounds on the Square
Prepare to groove and elevate your summer to new heights as the Downtown Racine Corporation joyfully announces the revival of our sensational Free Live Music Concert Series every Saturday on the iconic Monument Square! From June 27 to August 29, Racine's beating heart will resonate with diverse musical genres, turning your Saturday evenings into a melodic fiesta from 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Your comfort is our priority – tables and chairs await your presence! Quench your thirst with refreshing…
Find out more »July 2026
First Friday “Red, White + Blues”
Brace yourselves for Red, White + Blues themed First Friday event on July 3, from 4 pm to 9 pm. First Fridays was awarded best retail event in the state by WEDC, and brings thousands of community members and tourists together for a themed celebration each month. International blues performer Ivy Ford Band will be the featured band on Monument Square from 5:00-8:30pm. Crosswalk Park will have Night Wing and then Titus, Rench & Wheary. The Creative Crawl will continue…
Find out more »Music on the Monument
Get ready to groove and make your summer unforgettable as the Downtown Racine Corporation proudly presents the return of our electrifying Free Live Music Concert Series every Friday on the iconic Monument Square! From June 26 to August 28, the heart of Racine will pulsate with the beats of diverse music genres, transforming your Friday evenings into a musical fiesta from 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm. We've got your comfort covered – tables and chairs await you! Quench your thirst…
Find out more »Saturday Sounds on the Square
Prepare to groove and elevate your summer to new heights as the Downtown Racine Corporation joyfully announces the revival of our sensational Free Live Music Concert Series every Saturday on the iconic Monument Square! From June 27 to August 29, Racine's beating heart will resonate with diverse musical genres, turning your Saturday evenings into a melodic fiesta from 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Your comfort is our priority – tables and chairs await your presence! Quench your thirst with refreshing…
Find out more »HayMarket
Mark your calendars for The HayMarket, a lively and family-friendly night market held every other Thursday from 4–7 PM on Monument Square in the heart of Downtown Racine. This bi-weekly event is your perfect destination to unwind, shop, and connect with the community while savoring the best of what local vendors have to offer. 2026 Dates: June 11 & 25 • July 9 & 23 • August 6 & 20 Explore a delightful mix of over 40 vendors from fresh…
Find out more »Music on the Monument
Get ready to groove and make your summer unforgettable as the Downtown Racine Corporation proudly presents the return of our electrifying Free Live Music Concert Series every Friday on the iconic Monument Square! From June 26 to August 28, the heart of Racine will pulsate with the beats of diverse music genres, transforming your Friday evenings into a musical fiesta from 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm. We've got your comfort covered – tables and chairs await you! Quench your thirst…
Find out more »Saturday Sounds on the Square
Prepare to groove and elevate your summer to new heights as the Downtown Racine Corporation joyfully announces the revival of our sensational Free Live Music Concert Series every Saturday on the iconic Monument Square! From June 27 to August 29, Racine's beating heart will resonate with diverse musical genres, turning your Saturday evenings into a melodic fiesta from 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Your comfort is our priority – tables and chairs await your presence! Quench your thirst with refreshing…
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