Visit Racine County

06/25/2026

Enjoy a variety of entertainment at the 15th annual Family Reunion Music Festival on Saturday, June 27 at the Johnson Park Pavilion, 6200 Northwestern Ave, Racine.

There will be an eclectic array of locally-sourced food and drink, art and music-themed activities for the entire family, bounce house, yard games, huge drum circle, watermelon eating contest, raffles, and more. Admission is FREE.

This annual reunion honors life, family, and friendship, and supports three incredible community organizations. Proceeds will benefit the Racine Urban Garden Network and Family Power Music. Non-perishable food donations will be collected for the Racine County Food Bank.

06/25/2026

SNEAK PEEK #4 🤩 Thanks to our friends at Tailwinds Brewing Company, you could win this $15 gift card to pick your own growler of beer! It is one of five items in a grand prize basket that will be raffled during the Visit Racine County Open House on Wednesday, July 1!

Tailwinds Brewing Company is a vintage aviation themed brewpub in Union Grove that produces high quality traditional and trending ales and unique food items. Their taproom is decorated with airline memorabilia from the long gone "good old days" of air travel.

Attend the Visit Racine County Open House on Wednesday, July 1 from 4-6 PM and enter to win our grand prize raffle basket of local goodies. Must be age 21 to enter and present state issued photo ID to claim prize. Winner will be drawn July 1, 2026, at 6 PM. Winner need not be present.

Learn more: https://visitracinecounty.com/events/racine-county-visitor-center-open-house/

06/24/2026

The Racine Arts Council encourages, supports and advocates on behalf of emerging and established artists and artistic groups in the Racine County community.

One of the Racine Arts Council's key initiatives is the ArtSeed Grant Program, which encourages and enhances the arts in the Racine area and fosters excitement, support and growth in the arts community. Congratulations to the 2026 grant recipients:

Black Arts Council of Racine "Pages of a Lifetime: Senior Memoir & Poetry Workshop"
Choral Arts Society of Southeastern Wisconsin "Honoring 250 Years of America"
Jason Love "Racine Creatives (Mixed-Media) Video Project"
Mahogany Black Arts & Cultural Center "Brothas in Bloom"
Over Our Head Players "The Good One"
Racine Blues Society "Blues Foundations: Community Lecture & Live Demonstration"
Racine Symphony Orchestra "Racine Symphony Orchestra Violin Intensive"
Racine Zoo "Vanishing Kingdom Mural Part Two"
Waterford Public Library "Piano Concerts at WPL"

To learn more about the ArtSeed Grant Program, visit: https://www.racineartscouncil.org/artseed-grant-program

06/24/2026

On this bonus episode of The Cabin podcast by Discover Wisconsin, host Eric Paulsen dives into all the incredible attractions in Racine County, and why it’s the place to live, move, and stay.

Joined by M.T. Boyle from Experience Burlington WI, Beth Heidorn from Racine Zoo, and Travis Richardson from Racine County Wisconsin, they discuss the Racine Art Museum, Racine Zoo, Frank Lloyd Wright buildings you can tour, Wind Point Lighthouse, and some incredible places to eat and drink!

On this Bonus episode of the Cabin Podcast, Eric Paulsen is diving into all the incredible attractions in Racine County, and why it’s the place to live, move and stay. They discuss the Racine Art Museum, the Racine Zoo, the Frank Lloyd Wright buildings you can see, plus some incredible places to e...

06/24/2026

SNEAK PEEK #3 🤩 Thanks to our friends at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Racine, you could win this Star-Spangled Racine Basket! It is one of five items in a grand prize basket that will be raffled during the Visit Racine County Open House on Wednesday, July 1!

The Star-Spangled Racine Basket includes:
🍷 A bottle of Spirits of Norway Vineyard Ice Riesling Wine
🥂 A pair of elegant wine glasses for sharing and celebrating
🧀 Wisconsin-shaped trivets to add a touch of Badger State pride to your home
🥨 An O&H Danish Bakery Gift Card to enjoy Racine's famous bakery traditions
🍫 Delicious chocolates for a sweet treat
🍿 Gourmet popcorn from Coco G's Popcorn, a beloved Union Grove favorite
🏨 A complimentary one-night stay at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mt. Pleasant, WI

Located off I-94 at Hwy 20 in Mount Pleasant, the Holiday Inn Express & Suites is conveniently located near numerous area attractions and major companies. Start your day with a workout in the fitness center and enjoy a complimentary hot breakfast. Take a dip any time of year in the heated indoor pool and whirlpool. There is also an on-site business center, self-laundry facilities, and free WiFi.

Attend the Visit Racine County Open House on Wednesday, July 1 from 4-6 PM and enter to win our grand prize raffle basket of local goodies. Must be age 21 to enter and present state issued photo ID to claim prize. Winner will be drawn July 1, 2026, at 6 PM. Winner need not be present.

Learn more: https://visitracinecounty.com/events/racine-county-visitor-center-open-house/

06/23/2026

See NBC "The Voice" contestant and Wisconsin-born roots country and rock artist Chris Kroeze at Waterford River Rhythms on Thursday, June 25!

Waterford River Rhythms is a FREE music in the park concert series on select Thursday nights throughout the summer at Village Hall Park in the Village of Waterford.

Learn more: https://visitracinecounty.com/events/waterford-river-rhythms/

06/23/2026

SAVE THE DATE ⛳ The Racine Arts Council is hosting its 8th annual Positive Power of Art Golf Outing on August 23 at Ives Grove Golf Links.

The event is a shotgun start, four-person scramble with prizes for closest to the pin, longest drive, and winning foursome along with hole-in-one prizes. A Fairway Cafe lunch and buffet dinner with dessert are included.

Every swing you take supports creativity and connection in Racine County! Proceeds directly fund key Racine Arts Council initiatives, including the ArtSeed Grant Program and the Council's mission of promoting "the positive power of art" throughout Racine County.

Learn more: https://visitracinecounty.com/events/positive-power-of-art-golf-outing-2/

06/23/2026

SNEAK PEEK #2 🤩 Thanks to our friends at Wells Brothers Pizza, you could win this $100 Wells Brothers Italian Restaurant gift certificate! It is one of five items in a grand prize basket that will be raffled during the Visit Racine County Open House on Wednesday, July 1!

Founded in 1921 and family owned, Wells Brothers has been preparing Italian dishes utilizing the same recipes passed down through four generations using fresh quality ingredients.

Attend the Visit Racine County Open House on Wednesday, July 1 from 4-6 PM and enter to win our grand prize raffle basket of local goodies. Must be age 21 to enter and present state issued photo ID to claim prize. Winner will be drawn July 1, 2026, at 6 PM. Winner need not be present.

Learn more: https://visitracinecounty.com/events/racine-county-visitor-center-open-house/

06/22/2026

The City of Racine, Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department is giving away Milwaukee Brewers tickets on Wednesday, June 24 beginning at 9:00 a.m. at the PRCS office, 800 Center Street, Room 127, Racine.

Complimentary guest passes come in packets of two (2) for the Milwaukee Brewers vs. Cincinnati Reds game on July 1 at 7:10 p.m. ⚾️

Guest passes will be available on a first-come, first-served basis to Racine County residents. Recipients must be a Racine County resident, age 18 or older, and provide a current photo ID.

For questions, contact the PRCS office at (262) 636-9131.

06/22/2026

Volunteers Needed! 🌽 The Greater Union Grove Area Chamber of Commerce is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help staff corn booth shifts at the Racine County Fair, July 29 - August 2. This is a great opportunity for team building and community outreach!

To see open shifts and to sign up, visit: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4DA8A62EABFDC07-64162597-2026 #/