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Saturday & Sunday, Aug 8–9

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Saturday, August 8 26 events
  • 4:30am

    Jackpot Series Event 3

    Racine Harbor Boat Launch, Racine · verified Jul 31
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    Part of the 2026 Jackpot Series, this tournament features an anticipated prize pool exceeding $10,000 in cash and merchandise. There are more ways to win this year, with the top 10 placements in each event earning awards, plus dedicated payouts for the biggest fish of each species, standout catches by youth anglers, the leading woman angler, and a top veteran angler. To keep things running smoothly, lunches will be catered and delivered by outside vendors and covered by the club. A season entry is $250 per boat or team and includes lunches, drinks, and plenty of camaraderie. All participants must be members of Salmon Unlimited Wisconsin, and that membership covers the whole household, including a spouse and children under 18, with access to these events and more. Members of Salmon Unlimited Illinois may serve as alternate crew for up to two events before being required to register as SU-WI members. Registration for the series is open, and event rules are available through the series registration materials.

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  • 7am

    2608087AB2A (BRC2/SKILLS)

    7 Mile Fair South Parking Lot, 940 S 27th St, Caledonia
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    This is a BRC2 skills course session focused on motorcycle training and hands-on practice. The class runs in the morning and ends just after midday, giving students dedicated time to work on core riding skills during the scheduled range window.

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  • 8am

    The Center’s Outdoor Rummage Sale

    Oak Creek Community Center, 8580 S Howell Ave, Oak Creek · verified Jul 31
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    Discover an outdoor rummage sale at the Oak Creek Community Center, where shoppers can peruse dozens of vendor booths filled with clothing, home decor, toys, tools, collectibles, and unexpected treasures. Those interested in selling can request a vendor application by emailing Rhianna@occenter.com.

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  • 9am

    Friends of the Library Book Nook: $5 Bag Sales

    Oak Creek Public Library, 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek · verified Jul 31
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    Members of the Friends of the Oak Creek Public Library are hosting a $5 bag sale at the Book Nook. Fill a bag for one flat price with choices that include children's books, adult fiction and nonfiction, audiobooks, DVDs, and more. Proceeds support the library's programs, services, and collections. Payment is cash only, and all purchases are final with no refunds or credits. For more information, call 414-766-7900.

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  • 9am

    Oak Creek Farmer's Market

    Drexel Town Square, 361 Town Square Way, Oak Creek · verified Jul 31
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    During this farmers market, visitors can learn about the mission behind the effort and discover ways to volunteer.

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  • 9am

    Babywearing Walk

    North Point Marina, 49 Yacht Club Dr, Winthrop Harbor
    Free

    This community babywearing walk is part of a regular series designed to help caregivers find their village, enjoy fresh air, and share meaningful bonding time with their little ones. All are welcome, including dads, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and friends. After the walk returns to the meeting point, free personalized fit checks will be available, along with a chance to try carriers from Carried com Carinho's learning library.

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  • 9am

    Racine Farmers Market

    5 5th Street, United States
    Free

    Racine Farmers Market carries on a Saturday tradition, with new crops introduced each week. Arriving early offers the best selection. A list of vendors is shared on Facebook.

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  • 9am

    Family Constellation Group Session

    Angelic Roots, 8612 S Market Place, Oak Creek
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    Hosted at Angelic Roots, this Family Constellation group session offers a deeply healing experience where participants explore unseen family dynamics, lingering entanglements, and patterns passed down through generations that can shape many areas of life.

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  • 9am

    Sweet Seoul at Kenosha HarborMarket

    Kenosha HarborMarket
    Free

    Sweet Seoul serves scratch-made Korean fusion street fare at Kenosha HarborMarket, including Korean tacos, rice bowls, Korean fried chicken, bulgogi-topped fries, and Korean-style corn dogs. Enjoy a distinctive meal while exploring a leading outdoor market in Wisconsin, and support a local Veteran-owned small business.

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  • 9am

    Cookies

    Kenosha Public Market, 6501 3rd Ave, Kenosha · verified Jul 31
    Free

    A cookie vendor will have a booth at Kenosha Public Market, offering cookies to visitors as they explore the market. Look for the dedicated stand among the stalls and pick up a treat to enjoy during your visit or to take home.

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  • 9:30am

    Story Time at the Farmers Market

    Drexel Town Square, 8040 S 6th St, Oak Creek · verified Jul 31
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    Enjoy a 20-minute interactive story time at the farmers market featuring stories, songs, and rhymes. The program is designed for children ages 2 to 5 with an adult, and siblings are welcome. Registration is not required. You are welcome to bring a blanket to sit on. If the weather is poor, the program will move indoors to the library's Story Time Room, and updates will be posted on the library's Facebook page. For more information, call 414-766-7900.

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  • 10am

    Matt Krahula

    Kenosha HarborMarket, 2nd Ave &, 56th St, Kenosha
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    Catch Matt Krahula live at Kenosha HarborMarket. The show is scheduled for late morning on Saturday, with doors opening at 10:00 AM local venue time.

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  • 10am

    Angelic Light Weaving Reiki with Kelly

    Angelic Roots, 8612 S Market Place, Oak Creek
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    Experience a 90-minute Reiki session with Kelly that centers on deep energetic care for your whole being. Angelic Light Weaving combines intuitive guidance, angelic support, and your own intentions to shape the session. The focus is to saturate your energy field with nourishing qualities like peace, love, strength, and clarity, all in service of your overall well-being.

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  • 10am

    Living History at the Civil War Museum

    Civil War Museum, 5400 1st Ave, Kenosha · verified Jul 31
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    Experience an outdoor encampment at the Civil War Museum featuring the First Michigan Engineers as they interpret how a Civil War engineering regiment operated. Presenters explain the unit’s work as combat engineers and demonstrate the tools and equipment used for surveying, construction, and battlefield tasks. Items connected to the engineers’ combat roles are also on display. Company E of the modern 1st Michigan Engineers and Mechanics has been active in the Chicago area since 1987. Over the years, the group has portrayed engineering and combat duties at reenactments across the Midwest and at national gatherings including First Bull Run, Shiloh, Perryville in Kentucky, and Bentonville in North Carolina. Their past projects at events have included hand drawn field maps, bridges, a 33 foot signal tower, and plank roads.

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  • 11am

    Meet and Greet with Sean Michael Malone

    Blue House Books, 5915 6th Ave A, Kenosha
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    Author Sean Michael Malone will be at Blue House Books to meet readers, talk about his work, and sign books from his historical fiction series. The conversation will highlight Visage of the King 1911, set as the glow of the Belle Epoque gives way to rising tensions across Europe. The story follows Otto Lang, a former German policeman whose hunt for the Holy Grail draws him into academic circles, occult intrigue, and mounting peril, facing dangers that are both everyday and otherworldly. Malone writes Lovecraftian fiction and is based in Waukesha, Wisconsin. His series also includes Spring City Terror 1903 and Ocean's Grave 1907, and Visage of the King 1911 marks the third installment in a planned five-book arc. He is also the author of the children's book The ABCs of Battle. Registration is not required.

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  • 11am

    250 Years of Freedom: Complimentary Summer Cookouts

    Kunes Buick GMC of Oak Creek, 7020 S 27th St, Oak Creek · verified Jul 31
    Free

    This complimentary cookout at Kunes Buick GMC of Oak Creek offers cookout fare and refreshments in a relaxed setting. Attendees can meet the team, connect with friends, family, and neighbors, and browse the latest vehicles on the lot without any pressure. The gathering celebrates 250 years of American freedom and provides an easygoing way to see what is new while spending time together.

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  • 12pm

    Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Southeast Ice Cream Social

    Lockwood Park, 4300 Graceland Blvd, Racine · verified Jul 31
    Free

    Learn about joining Girl Scouts while enjoying free ice cream and fun activities. This event uses a drop-in format, so attendees can visit at a time that works for them. RSVPs are encouraged to help ensure there are enough supplies.

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  • 1pm

    Workshop: Hand Punched and Stitched Journals

    Kenosha Public Museum, 5500 1st Ave, Kenosha · verified Jul 31
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    Explore the craft of bookmaking in a hands-on workshop devoted to creating hand punched and stitched journals. Design a one of a kind notebook embellished with subtle leaf details for a natural touch. Guidance is provided throughout, so beginners are welcome. Materials are included, and everyone finishes with a completed journal ready for notes, drawings, or a thoughtful gift.

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  • 1pm

    Coffee & Conversation

    3301 E Forest Hill Ave, Oak Creek
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    Coffee & Conversation offers a calm, welcoming setting to enjoy coffee and refreshments while meeting others. The gathering focuses on support around grief, providing space to share personal experiences, learn about available resources, and ask questions in a relaxed and informal way. It is not a therapy group. Those who wish can also receive information about Forest Hill Memorial Park and planning options for the future, with guidance from the General Manager and Family Service Counselors. Participants may listen, speak, or simply spend time alongside others, with the goal of fostering comfort, connection, and community.

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  • 1pm

    Free Puppy Hour

    Central Bark Oak Creek, 1075 W Northbranch Dr, Oak Creek · verified Jul 31
    Free

    Puppy playdates are on the way with a free social hour created for young dogs 8 to 16 weeks old. Little ones can romp, explore new scents, and meet other pups in a welcoming setting that supports early socialization. Space is limited, and reservations by phone or online are encouraged to hold a spot.

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  • 2pm

    Midwest Mix Fest 2026

    Kenosha Band Shell, 3512 7th Ave, Kenosha · verified Jul 31
    Free

    Midwest Mix Fest 2026 is a two day celebration with free admission both days, featuring live DJs, onstage entertainment, food and drinks, and a marketplace of vendors and local businesses in a family friendly setting. The 2026 edition adds expanded entertainment, interactive elements, giveaways and additional surprises. The festival raises funds for Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation in support of the fight against pediatric cancer. It began as a passion project and has grown into a community driven effort focused on music, connection and giving back, contributing more than $11,886 to pediatric cancer research since 2011. Support from sponsors Midwest DJ Productions and Union Park Tavern helps make the weekend possible.

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  • 4pm

    Kirstie Kraus

    Timler's LLC, 6216 N Raynor Ave, Franksville
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    Catch Kirstie Kraus for a pop country performance at Timler's LLC. The show starts at 4:00 PM.

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  • 4:30pm

    Saturday Sounds on the Square

    Monument Square, Racine · verified Jul 31
    Free

    Downtown Racine Corporation brings back a free live music series on Monument Square, and this Saturday Sounds on the Square installment features Infusion. The Square becomes a place to move and dance as the band fills the air with live sound. Tables and chairs are set out for comfort, and beverages are available for purchase, including local brews and sodas. Parking is available at the Lake Avenue, Civic Centre, and Shoop ramps for an all-day rate of $4.

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  • 6:30pm

    Wiil Power Live

    Our Lady of The Holy Rosary, 2224 45th St, Kenosha · verified Jul 31
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    Wiil Power provides live musical entertainment for the Holy Rosary Festival at Our Lady of The Holy Rosary during the weekend church festivities.

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  • 7pm

    Music Bingo

    Olafson & Porter Vintage Goods, 5000 7th Ave, Kenosha · verified Jul 31
    Free

    Test your tune knowledge during a spirited bingo session at Olafson & Porter Vintage Goods. Participation is free, and the game unfolds over three rounds that highlight a range of musical styles and time periods. Prizes are up for grabs, and you can purchase food, drinks, and cocktails while you play.

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  • 7:30pm

    Runaway Train

    Reefpoint Brew House, 2 Christopher Columbus Cswy, Racine · verified Aug 6
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    This event features a live musical performance.

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Sunday, August 9 7 events
  • 8am

    12th Annual Tri My Best Triathlon

    Kenosha YMCA, 7101 53rd St, Kenosha · verified Jul 31
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    A welcoming triathlon at the Kenosha YMCA features swimming, biking, and running for children ages 5 and up and young adults with developmental disabilities, including autism, cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, and more. Athletes of all ability levels are invited to participate, and adaptive equipment such as flotation devices, walkers, and wheelchairs can be used. Every participant is paired with a dedicated volunteer who offers encouragement and support from start to finish, creating a day centered on inclusion, accomplishment, and community. Athlete registration is available with tiered pricing. Early Bird rates are $15 for Y members and $20 for the general public. Standard registration is $25 for Y members and $30 for the general public. Last Chance registration is $45 for Y members and $50 for the general public. There are multiple ways to get involved through sponsorships, in-kind contributions, and vendor opportunities. Bike sponsorships from $1,000 to $3,500 provide customized adaptive bikes that display the sponsor name or logo and continue to serve athletes in future races. Sponsorship levels include Platinum at $1,500, Gold at $1,000, and Silver at $500, along with Vendor Village at $250. Benefits may include event signage, recognition on shirts and websites, announcements during the event, booth space, and other acknowledgments. Vendor Village includes a table and two chairs, and vendors may bring a 10x10 tent. This community-driven effort is supported by more than 400 volunteers, helping create a meaningful experience for every athlete.

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  • 9am

    6th Annual Blue Ribbon Car & Truck Show

    American Legion Post 434, 9327 S Shepard Ave, Oak Creek · verified Jul 31
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    The Pompeii Men's Club presents its sixth annual car and truck show at American Legion Post 434. Proceeds support the scholarship fund and the American Legion Post. Attendees can enjoy Italian sausages and hot dogs prepared by the club, live music from Floor It, and adult beverages served by the American Legion.

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  • 10am

    52nd ST. Market

    Kenosha-52nd St, Kenosha
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    Rooted in the Kenosha community, this market creates a welcoming space at Kenosha-52nd St and celebrates everyday Kenosha living.

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  • 11am

    Burn Your Story - Journal Burning Workshop

    Busias XOXO, 210 3rd St, Racine
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    Customize a velvet journal with guidance from The Little Clothing Shop, using burning techniques to inscribe personal designs, words, or patterns. All supplies are included and no experience is required. The cost is $50 per person, and everyone leaves with a uniquely personalized journal.

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  • 12:30pm

    Beach House Nature Hour: Explore the Shore

    5001 Simmons Island Road
    Free

    A free, all ages Beach House Nature Hour series on select summer Sundays offers a chance to explore the shoreline and experience the lakefront. Sessions include Beach Birding with Rick Fare, a local birding expert with the Hoy Audubon Society, and additional offerings will be announced.

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  • 4pm

    Wiil Power Acoustic

    58 Below, 504 58th Street, Kenosha · verified Jul 31
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    Wiil Power performs an acoustic set at 58 Below. The show takes place outside in the back for a Sunday Funday gathering.

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  • 6pm

    Texas Hippie Coalition

    Route 20, 14001 Washington Ave, Sturtevant
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    Texas Hippie Coalition is bringing its hard rock, stoner rock, country rock, and southern rock energy to Route 20 in Sturtevant. The show is set for 6:00 PM local time at the venue, and tickets are listed as available through Bandsintown.

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