January 2024
Burrr Pub Crawl
Heat Up Your Winter with the Downtown Racine Corporation's Burrr Pub Crawl! Get ready to spice up your winter on Saturday, January 20, from 1 pm to 6 pm as Downtown Racine transforms into the ultimate winter wonderland for the 2nd annual Burrr Pub Crawl! Indulge in the warmth of camaraderie and delicious hot drinks as you explore 12 participating locations. Sip on free hot drink samples that will tickle your taste buds and warm your soul. Live music, exclusive…
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Downtown Racine Craft Beer Week
🍻 Get Ready to Sip, Savor, and WIN with Downtown's Craft Beer Extravaganza! 🎉 Prepare your taste buds for a week-long celebration of craft beer delights as downtown businesses roll out the barrels of excitement! From special brew deals to tantalizing tastings, this is not your average beer week – it's a craft beer experience like never before! 🚀 Craft Beer Bonanza: Indulge in the hoppy goodness of unique craft beer specials, tastings, and promotions happening all week long. But…
Find out more »Chili Ice Walk
🍻 Brace yourselves for a sizzling adventure at the Downtown Racine Corporation's Chili Ice Walk – Where Ice Meets Spice and the Hunt is On! 🕵️♂️ 🗓️ Save the Date: Join us on Feb. 24 from 12 pm to 4 pm as Downtown Racine transforms into a winter wonderland of chili samplings, ice sculpting, and an epic scavenger hunt! This free community event promises a day packed with frosty fun and fiery flavors. 🎨 Ice Sculpting Extravaganza: Prepare to be…
Find out more »March 2024
St. Paddy Pub Crawl
Raise Your Glass to the 4th Annual St. Paddy Pub Crawl: A Spirited Day of Irish Revelry in Downtown Racine! Get ready to paint the town green on Saturday, March 9, from 3 pm to midnight, as the Downtown Racine Corporation invites you to join the most anticipated bar hop of the season – the St. Paddy Pub Crawl! It's not just a celebration; it's a lively journey through Irish traditions, good friends, and unforgettable moments in the heart of…
Find out more »St. Patrick’s Day Parade
🍀 Get Ready to Paint the Town Green at the 16th Annual Downtown Racine St. Patrick’s Day Parade! 🍀 CLICK HERE FOR PARADE STAGING & INSTRUCTIONS: https://conta.cc/3wS6Tg0 Mark your calendars for Saturday, March 16th at noon because the Downtown Racine St. Patrick’s Day Parade is back, bigger, and greener than ever! Join over 2,000 spirited individuals from our vibrant community and surrounding areas for a family-friendly extravaganza that promises to kick off Spring in style. Starting at the lively intersection…
Find out more »April 2024
Candy Hop
🍭 Get ready for a sugary adventure at Downtown Racine's highly anticipated 3rd Annual Candy Hop and Scavenger Hunt, taking place on Saturday, April 6, from 12 pm to 2 pm! Bring the whole family and join in the excitement of this candy-filled extravaganza. Over 30 participating businesses are gearing up to spread sweetness with free candy giveaways, creating a delightful trail for kids of all ages to explore. Snag free candy bags and grab your Candy Hop maps at…
Find out more »Seltzer Beer Stroll
🍻 Seltzer Beer Aficionados, Unite! The Downtown Racine Corporation is thrilled to present the 4th Annual Seltzer Beer Stroll on Saturday, April 20 from 1 pm to 6 pm. Brace yourselves for an immersive experience as you stroll the charming sidewalks of Downtown Racine, indulging in the latest and greatest brews from White Claw, Truly, Press, Vizzy, Corona, Crook & Marker, Coors, and many more at 20+ downtown hotspots. It's not just a sip, it's a flavor-packed journey! Each location…
Find out more »May 2024
First Fridays
🍴🎉 Prepare your palate for an extraordinary culinary adventure as Downtown Racine transforms into a foodie's paradise for the "First" First Friday of 2024, taking place on Friday, May 3, from 4 pm to 9 pm! As we bid adieu to winter, Downtown Racine's international array of 44 outstanding restaurants is ready to welcome you back with flavors that span the globe. From Asian to Greek, Spanish to Mexican, Italian, Thai, and everything in between, this First Friday offers you…
Find out more »Wine Walk
🍷 Sip the Magic at Downtown Racine's Annual Wine Walk Extravaganza! 🍷 Raise your glasses and mark your calendars because the Downtown Racine Corporation is set to host the much-anticipated Wine Walks on May 4 and 11, 2023, from 1 pm to 6 pm. Immerse yourself in the changing seasons of the enchanting downtown, set against the picturesque shores of Lake Michigan, as you embark on a delightful journey through 30 participating businesses pouring 20 exquisite wines and 10 beer…
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🍷 Sip the Magic at Downtown Racine's Annual Wine Walk Extravaganza! 🍷 Raise your glasses and mark your calendars because the Downtown Racine Corporation is set to host the much-anticipated Wine Walks on May 4 and 11, 2023, from 1 pm to 6 pm. Immerse yourself in the changing seasons of the enchanting downtown, set against the picturesque shores of Lake Michigan, as you embark on a delightful journey through 30 participating businesses pouring 20 exquisite wines and 10 beer…
Find out more »June 2024
First Fridays
🎉We are excited to announce the return of the award-winning First Fridays series on June 7 from 4 PM to 9 PM. Recently honored as the Best Retail Event in the State by the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC), First Fridays are set to light up the downtown area with a summer kickoff that promises fun and excitement for all ages. The event will feature a vibrant array of activities including a 70s and 80s DJ at Monument Square, cornhole…
Find out more »Public Art Project Unveiling
Downtown Racine to Transform into a Butterfly Wonderland: The 23rd Annual Public Art Project DOWNTOWN RACINE - This summer, Downtown Racine will blossom into a vibrant gallery under the open sky, as the Downtown Racine Corporation unveils its 23rd annual public art project. From June through mid-September, the streets will be adorned with enchanting butterfly wings, offering an immersive and interactive art experience like no other. The official unveiling of all 26 butterflies will be on June 7, during Downtown…
Find out more »Mini Golf Pub Crawl
Get ready to swing into a world of fun at our 4th annual Mini-Golf Pub Crawl! Embark on a thrilling adventure across unique locations, each boasting a mini-golf masterpiece. Whether you're a golf pro or just looking for a good time, golf all 20+ holes or take it easy and choose your favorites – the choice is yours! For just $30 per foursome, your journey begins with registration where each participant receives a golf ball and scorecard. Feel free to…
Find out more »July 2024
4th of July Parade and Fireworks
Thursday, July 4, 2024 – Join the Racine community for our Independence Day celebration! This year's 4th of July parade theme is American Treasures - which means monuments, icons, and all the wonderful people, places, and things that make America unique and special. We start with a pre-parade at 8:30am. The pre-parade features the noisy police cars, fire engines, military vehicles, classic cars, tractors, etc. The parade then steps off at 9:00am. Remember we want you to stay safe! Please…
Find out more »First Fridays
Brace yourselves for Blues, Brews and BBQ themed First Friday event on July 5, from 4 pm to 9 pm. First Fridays was recently awarded best retail event in the state by WEDC, and brings thousands of community members and tourists together for a themed celebration each month.Internation blues performer Stephen Hull Experience will be the featured band on Monument Square from 5:30-8:30pm. Crosswalk Park will have TRW from 5:00 - 6:00 and Sonic Excuse from 6:00 - 7:00 (Acoustic…
Find out more »August 2024
First Fridays
🎉 Get ready scoop the loop as Downtown Racine proudly unveils the dazzling spectacle of First Friday on August 2, from 4 pm to 9 pm with a throwback band and a classic car show! Throwback music on Monument Square by Stone Theory. Music Performers Showcase on Crosswalk Park from 5pm-7pm Cornhole Tournament on the north end of Monument Square, email rac.baggers@gmail.com to register. Social and competitive divisions! Bring your own bags or borrow a set from us! But hold…
Find out more »Racine River Fest
Inaugural Downtown Racine River Fest - Saturday., August 3rdRacine, WI - Get ready for an exciting day of adventure at Racine River Fest on Sat., Aug. 3rd! This choose-your-own-adventure event, taking place along the beautiful riverfront, offers a variety of activities for everyone to enjoy. Whether you're looking for free family fun or ticketed experiences, there's something for everyone! Highlights include a spectacular fireworks display from Festival Park, free sail excursions courtesy of the Racine Yacht Club, thrilling Dragon Boat…
Find out more »September 2024
First Fridays
Get your boots and cowboy hats ready, because on September 6, 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. Live Country Music at Monument Square Enjoy toe-tapping, boot-stomping country tunes by Jimmy LeRose followed by The Roundabouts, who will be performing live at Monument…
Find out more »Feast on the Streets: Fall Edition
🍁🎉 Get ready to embrace the flavors of fall with our, "Feast on the Streets: Fall Edition," during on Friday, Sept. 13, 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 autumn-inspired culinary delights. Explore 10 amazing restaurants in the heart of downtown Racine, each serving up unique and delectable samples of their cuisine. This fall edition features…
Find out more »Pound the Pavement 5k
In partnership with the Downtown Racine Corporation, Party on the Pavement will be host to the 3rd annual Pound the Pavement 5K – Celebrating Downtown Racine! Starting East of Sam Johnson Parkway and Lake Avenue (1 block east of the former starting place at 6th and Main) in Downtown Racine at 10:00 am followed by the biggest block party in Wisconsin! Recognition awards can be picked up at Littleport Brewery (3rd and Wisconsin) from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. on…
Find out more »Party on the Pavement
Get Ready for the Best Event in Wisconsin: 21st Annual Party on the Pavement Brings Live Music, Thrills, and Fun to Downtown Racine! RACINE – Get ready for the biggest event of the year! Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 21st, and head downtown for the 21st annual Party on the Pavement street festival, presented by the Downtown Racine Corporation. Recently voted the Best Event in Wisconsin in 2022 by the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC), this festival is an…
Find out more »October 2024
First Fridays
🎃 Get ready for a spooktacular First Friday on October 4 from 4 pm to 9 pm! Downtown Racine is transforming into a Halloween wonderland filled with family-friendly fun, free goodies, and festive fall vibes. Bring the whole family, wear your best costumes, and enjoy a night full of hauntingly good times! This First Friday, we’re embracing the Halloween spirit with special activities that will make you scream with delight: 🎃 Free pumpkin giveaways while supplies last 🖌️ Free face…
Find out more »Wine Walks
🍷 Sip the Magic at Downtown Racine's Annual Wine Walk Extravaganza! 🍷 Raise your glasses and prepare for an enchanting experience as the Downtown Racine Corporation invites you to the much-anticipated Wine Walks on Oct. 5 & 12, 2024 from 1 pm to 6 pm. Feel the crisp air and witness the mesmerizing transformation of the downtown landscape with leaves changing hues, all set against the picturesque shores of Lake Michigan. Embark on a delightful journey through 30 participating businesses…
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