November 2024
Holiday Parade & 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 9th! 🎅🌟 The 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…
Find out more »Ladies Day Out
Come shop, dine, and drink your way through Downtown Racine! For every purchase, you’ll get to draw a card from a deck. Pull a Queen Card and win a Golden Ticket!  These tickets can be exchanged for a swag bag filled with $25+ worth of items and gift cards, plus you’ll be entered to win one of 10 amazing prize packs! Throughout the day, enjoy half-price first drinks at participating bars and special offers at retail stores, like free gifts, samples,…
Find out more »Bourbon and Beer on Black Friday
Ditch the Thanksgiving leftovers and join us for an extraordinary day in Downtown Racine on Friday, Nov. 29, from 1pm-5pm. Immerse yourself in the charming blend of history and hip vibes as you sample an array of 10 different bourbons, 10 beers, and 10 bourbon-infused apps, all within a very walkable 4-block area. Indulge in: Kicking Bourbon Cocktail Meatball Bourbon Candied Bacon Deviled Eggs Bourbon Bacon Jam Crostini Smoked Cheddar Bourbon Pinwheels Bourbon Budino With Salted Caramel - just a…
Find out more »Small Business Saturday
Embrace the Spirit of Small Business Saturday in Downtown Racine on Nov. 30! Gear up for an entire day dedicated to supporting our vibrant local small businesses! Join us downtown and become part of a city-wide celebration that goes beyond borders. Â Explore a tapestry of unique offerings as businesses roll out the red carpet with exclusive in-store promotions and specials just for YOU! It's the perfect opportunity to discover hidden gems and snag one-of-a-kind finds while supporting our community's entrepreneurs.…
Find out more »December 2024
First Fridays
🎄✨ Get ready to deck the halls and jingle all the way because Downtown Racine Corporation's "Fa La La" First Friday is making a dazzling comeback on December 6, from 4 pm to 9 pm! 🌟 Brace yourself for a festive fiesta, featuring enchanting carolers, toe-tapping holiday melodies, and a shopping spree that's bound to sleigh. And that's not even the best part – guess who's making a grand entrance? None other than the big man in red himself, Santa…
Find out more »Kris Kringle Tour
🎄✨ Embark on a Journey Through a Winter Wonderland of Delights at the 7th Annual Kris Kringle Tour! Presented by the enchanting partnership of the Downtown Racine Corporation and O&H Danish Bakery, this festive extravaganza on Saturday, December 14, from 11 am to 2 pm, promises to transport you to a world of holiday enchantment. Savor the sweet essence of Racine’s Danish heritage by delighting in delectable Kringle flavors spread across more than 30 downtown locations – and yes, it's…
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