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July 2026
Margarita Fest
You bring a friend, and we'll bring the limes—it's margarita time! Cool off on a hot summer day the right way with a margarita in hand, listening to music along the beautiful lakefront. Sample amazing margaritas and grab a bite to eat! Food is included with tickets! Additional drinks will be available for purchase.
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 »Woven Purse – Class
Learn to weave on a Rigid Heddle Loom! At the end you will take home a small cross body bag, you will have a variety of yarn color options to pick from! Choose your color palette, learn how to warp a rigid heddle loom, learn how to weave, sew bag together, make cording for strap & attach. Class is beginner friendly, no previous experience required! Visit our website for more details and to sign up!
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 »Racine Farmer’s Market on the Lake
Outdoor Market features fresh fruits and vegetables from local farms as well as other unique delicacies from local artisans. Enjoy samples, demonstrations and live music. Government food share programs are accepted.
Find out more »Christmas in July
Who says it has to be cold to celebrate Christmas?! Bring all your friends and family for a festive and fun-filled day at the Zoo as we celebrate Christmas in July! With Santa on vacation from the North Pole, the Grinch visiting, and so many others making a stop at the Zoo, it is nothing short of a Christmas miracle! We will see you at the Zoo for a jolly good time! Bring the family for a fun-filled day at…
Find out more »Needle Felted Boston Terrier – Class
You will be making your very own needle felted dog - modeled after the Unraveled shop dog - Beans! Using wool along with special felting needles and a few other tools provided, you will shape the wool and leave with a completed project. First, we will go over the basics of needle felting with an explanation of different wools, how the needles work, and safety. Then, you will learn the fundamental techniques of shaping your wool. There will be help…
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 »Animal Crackers
Invite your friends, grab your folding chairs, and enjoy the scenic view of Lake Michigan while listening to some truly amazing artists from across the U.S. and atop the charts for our 38th annual Animal Crackers Concert Series.
Find out more »HayMarket
Downtown Racine’s HayMarket: A Summer Night Market Experience Unlike Any Other 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, and August 6 & 20 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00…
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 »Racine Farmer’s Market on the Lake
Outdoor Market features fresh fruits and vegetables from local farms as well as other unique delicacies from local artisans. Enjoy samples, demonstrations and live music. Government food share programs are accepted.
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