Events in Kenosha today

Part of the season-long Jackpot Series, this competitive fishing event features an anticipated prize pool of more than $10,000 in cash and product. There are more ways to win this year, with payouts to the top 10 finishers at each event, awards for the largest fish of each species, recognition for the top five youth-caught fish, and honors for the top woman and top veteran catches. Lunches will be catered or delivered by outside vendors and covered by the club to keep operations efficient. Entry is $250 per boat or team for the full season and includes lunches, drinks, and camaraderie. Teams must consist of Salmon Unlimited - Wisconsin members; SU-WI membership extends to the household, covering a spouse and children under 18, and grants access to these events. Salmon Unlimited - Illinois members may participate as alternate crew for up to two events before obtaining SU-WI membership. Registration for the series is active.

Spend a single day immersed in an Access Bars certification class with Kira Gabriel, creating space to slow down, release mental noise, and reconnect with what is possible for you. Access Bars uses gentle touch on 32 points on the head to support the release of stored thoughts, emotions, decisions, and attitudes, with many finding the experience deeply relaxing and at times life changing. In this training, you learn how to run Bars, practice by both giving and receiving two full sessions, and leave with practical tools for greater ease and relaxation. Completion of the class grants Access Bars certification, enabling you to begin offering sessions to clients right away. The class runs for eight hours. Drinks and snacks are provided, and participants are asked to share any food allergies in advance since there will not be time to leave for food. The fee is $440. Advance registration is required, and a follow-up email with additional class details and payment options is sent after you register. For questions, contact 847-513-3024 or aloha@thesablemoon.com.

A Saturday market tradition with something new each week. Arrive early for the best selection, and check Facebook for the current vendor list.

Step into a realm of corsets, courtly intrigue, and glances that spark legends. Showcase a personal vision of romantic fantasy, whether as a dagger-ready duchess, a star-crossed fae, a velvet-cloaked villain with a soft heart, or something entirely your own. This Romantasy weekend includes meet and greet gatherings, Bridgerton trivia, and a sunset ball. These moments come together to spark shared storytelling, ignite the imagination, and inspire the muses.

Get ready for a fun, family-friendly Sweet Corn Fest at Jerry Smith Farm, celebrating homegrown sweet corn with plenty of food, drinks, shopping, and summer entertainment. Enjoy fresh roasted sweet corn picked right from the fields, along with grilled favorites and corn-inspired treats like elote and corn in a cup. There will also be a vendor fair with local finds, live music throughout the weekend, and Smitty’s Bar serving cold drinks and cocktails. The event is dog-friendly, with a requirement for non-retractable leashes, and there’s plenty to do for everyone to enjoy a full day at the farm.

Matt Krahula is performing at Kenosha HarborMarket. The show is scheduled to start at 10:00 AM.

Step into history at the Civil War Museum for a living history program featuring the 1st Michigan Engineers. At their outdoor encampment, the group will explain the regiment’s role as combat engineers and demonstrate a variety of tools and equipment used for surveying and construction duties. They’ll also showcase items used in combat roles, offering a hands-on look at what these engineers did in the field.

Learn about Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Southeast at a relaxed ice cream social with complimentary treats and engaging activities. Arrive whenever it fits your schedule, since the format is drop in. Please RSVP so organizers can plan enough supplies.

A free, two-day community festival at the Pennoyer Park Bandshell fills the weekend with high-energy sets from live DJs, a wide range of entertainment, food and drinks, and a lively summer atmosphere. The event raises funds for Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation in support of the fight against pediatric cancer. Expect vendors and local businesses, a family-friendly atmosphere, interactive experiences, giveaways and special experiences, with additional announcements, lineup reveals and major surprises still to come. What began as a passion project has grown into a community movement centered on music, connection and giving back. Since 2011, more than $11,886 has been raised for pediatric cancer research, and the effort continues.

Downtown Racine Corporation revives a free live music series on Monument Square, filling the space with a wide range of musical styles and an upbeat, dance-friendly vibe. The rotating lineup features local bands including Mathew Haeffel Trio, Ghosts in the Gravel, Saturday June Band, Infusion, Easy-Flo, Low-reen & Harpdog's Firehouse Blues, and Would You Kindly. Tables and chairs are set out for comfort. Beverages such as local brews and sodas are available for purchase. Parking is available at the Lake Avenue Ramp, the Civic Centre Ramp, or Shoop for an all-day rate of $4.

Hansen Park Beer Garden hosts live music from Johnny T-Bird & The MPs, blending classic grooves, feel-good songs, and an energetic performance. Expect an easygoing scene with cold drinks, good company, and a show that keeps the evening upbeat. It is a relaxed way to celebrate the long weekend and set a summery tone.

Join Lemon Street Gallery for its Second Saturday Featured Artist Reception on August 8, featuring artists Lynn Johnston, Natania Kim, and Peg Raasch. Enjoy beautiful artwork, mingle with other art lovers, and get the chance to meet the artists in person and learn more about their creative process. The reception runs in the evening and is free and open to the public.

Runaway Train takes the stage at Reefpoint Brew House for a live performance.

Enjoy live music at Union Park Tavern, running in the evening from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM. The listing provides the time window for the performance but does not specify the artist lineup for this date.

At Kenosha-52nd St, this community market brings Kenosha together in a friendly atmosphere and celebrates the spirit of local living.

Explore decorative journal burning with The Little Clothing Shop in a creative workshop where a velvet journal becomes a personal keepsake. Learn how to add patterns, words, and meaningful designs, and take home a finished journal made by you. All materials are included, and no experience is required. The cost is $50 per person.

Enjoy movement, fresh air, and a cold drink with Yoga in the Park at Hansen Park Beer Garden. The $15 fee includes a guided yoga session and one beverage to sip afterward. Bring a mat, invite a friend, and spend time stretching, relaxing, and taking in the park setting.

The Lonely Ninjas are back with an afternoon set on the Starlite lawn. Attendees can bring lawn chairs and beach blankets, and the atmosphere welcomes everyone from kids to grandparents.

Billy Garner performs country and classic rock favorites at Hansen Park Beer Garden. Enjoy live tunes and beer pouring.

Celebrate the back to school season at Buckets Pub 2nd Round with a free, all ages street market filled with local vendors, family activities, live demonstrations, and the familiar buzz of the monthly market. A special giveaway provides free backpacks stocked with school supplies, available in limited quantities on a first come, first served basis, one per child. Bonus prizes and surprise giveaways pop up throughout the day, and the prize wheel offers more chances to win back to school items. Explore booths from Accidentally Fabulous, Birdie Legacy Company, Cheese Lab Designs, Confidential Goods, Freckleface Farm, Geneevable Creations, GG’s Gifts, Mana Cannery, Michelle’s Creations Racine, Moon & Bloom Enchantments, Mystical Magical Me, Little Love Creations, Ja&M Custom Crafts, Maria’s Crafty Corner, UV3 Designs by Val featuring jeweled neckties, A Bloody Good Time, Nikki’s Scentsy, Soul 2 Soul Expressions, Racine County Sourdough, Garden Keepsakes, and Arnett and Sons Books. The Health and Wellness Tent features Marketplace Global with a wellness focus. The Hobby Demo Tent showcases Leona Rose Flowers with a flower bouquet demonstration. The Kids Tent highlights Fun on the Run for children’s entertainment and face painting by Paint’d by Celi. The Mystic Tent offers tarot readings with Tarot by Ash. Additional highlights include the Market Passport where shopping can earn rewards, more prize wheel fun, and food and drinks from Buckets, creating a family friendly celebration to wrap up summer and get ready for a new school year.

Kids, tweens, and teens will use Scratch to code a fireworks display inspired by America’s 250th anniversary. The program takes place in the Innovation Lab on the second floor. Registration is required.

Put your maritime knowledge to the test with trivia all about sunken ships. The event takes place in the Community Room in Adult Services on the second floor. It is designed for adults, and no registration is required.

Live dance rock fills the lawn in an outdoor setting, delivering upbeat tunes and an energetic atmosphere.

An inviting night of making and connection unfolds beneath soft lights, garden touches, and open sky. Bring a piece you are already working on or start something brand new... the atmosphere encourages relaxed exploration and unwinding through creativity. The theme blends steampunk inventiveness with gothic romance, mixing gears, tea, and a moody romantic vibe. Taste a selection of teas with matching baked treats alongside Tea Scout Troop 881, then create a keepsake by capturing your silhouette on velvet paper. Admission is free, with drinks available for purchase.

Guided by Jill, a shamanic practitioner and Reiki Master Teacher, this candlelit, intimate ceremony centers on intentional release and renewal. Participants explore letting go of old relationships, limiting beliefs, emotional wounds, unhealthy patterns, and other energetic attachments that no longer serve their highest good. The experience begins by opening a protected, heart-centered space that welcomes guidance and support, followed by a guided meditation to connect with the higher self and prepare for release. The core ritual focuses on consciously cutting energetic cords tied to the past, then closes with a blessing and reclaiming practice that calls energy back to the self and affirms light, wholeness, and clear intention for the path ahead. The aim is to create space for greater peace, clarity, freedom, and empowerment. Comfortable clothing is recommended. Cost is $33.

A free Pilates session presented by Align Wellness Collective takes place at Petrifying Springs Park, Area 4, in an outdoor park setting.

Head to Rustic Road Brewing Company for an open mic night upstairs in the Loft. It runs the first Tuesday of the month and includes a full backline with a drum kit, bass, and guitar with amps. There are also Taco Tuesday specials, with $2 tacos and a kitchen menu available until 9:00 PM, plus additional taco orders later in the evening. All mules and Miss B’s signature drink, The Miss AB’s Tea, are $8 during open mic night.

Build practical money skills with Marine Credit Union in a workshop series created for adults. Gain tools to manage your finances with confidence, set meaningful goals, and build habits that support long-term stability. Topics span credit basics and creating a solid foundation, methods for setting and achieving goals, effective saving strategies, and preparing for the school season on a budget. Sessions are held in The Community Room - Adult Services on the second floor. No registration is required.

Route 66 Belle City Band brings classic rock and roll to the stage as the Bristol Woodstock series wraps up at Bristol Woods County Park. This closing performance caps a summer of music in the park. Attendees are encouraged to bring chairs and be ready to dance. These free concerts are courtesy of Kenosha County Parks, Pringle Nature Center, and Woodman's.

Learn the fundamentals of insurance in a beginner friendly session that explains common policy types and how having coverage, or going without it, can affect your finances. This program is part of a broader series that also explores Auto Basics 101, Home Basics 101, personal umbrella coverage and other lines such as renter's insurance, valuable articles and boats, along with Life Basics 101 comparing whole and term options. The session will be held in The Community Room, Adult Services, on the 2nd floor. Intended for adults. No registration required.

Head to a beachside mingle for singles to connect, laugh, and enjoy good conversation in a relaxed, no-pressure setting. This in-person event is all about meeting new people while taking in the seaside atmosphere, with a friendly crowd and plenty of chances to strike up a conversation.

Join the Heide Observatory for a late-night Perseid meteor viewing experience during peak Perseid activity. You’ll enjoy two extended viewing sessions, with tickets including the use of their anti-gravity chairs for comfortable watching. Observatory staff will help guide guests on where to look and how to get the best view as conditions allow. Please note the event is weather-dependent and requires clear skies, so updates are provided ahead of time by email. Dress for cool late-evening temperatures and bring insect repellent.

89 Mojo brings an energetic mix of power pop and rock to Rhythm on the Lake at Old Settlers Park. This event is presented with support from Kenosha County Parks, Community State Bank, and Woodmans. A pop-up biergarten operated by the Paddock Lake Lions Club will be on site with beverages available for purchase.

Riders meet at the Lot 5 trailhead for a weekly group ride on the Silver Lake Park mountain bike trails. The group heads out together for a shared ride.

Join in for totally free Xtreme Bar Bingo at Kenosha Tap House. It starts at 6:00 PM and runs until 8:00 PM, with the chance to win big prizes.

Enjoy an evening of live music at Union Park Tavern, running from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Stop in for a night of entertainment in a casual, friendly downtown setting.