Go Downtown Kenosha

TRIVIA NIGHT
2025-07-31 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-08-07 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-08-14 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-08-21 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Chicago) | Public Brewing Company, 58th Street, Kenosha, Wisconsin, 53140, United States
​What: Original Public Trivia game hosted by Matt & Jay
​​Where: Public Brewing Company | 628 58th Street | Kenosha
​​When: Every Thursday from 7-9pm starting Thu Jan 16
​​Why: Because we know you miss the Public crew hosting trivia!

LIVE MUSIC AT UNION PARK TAVERN
2025-07-31 20:00 - 22:00, 2025-08-01 20:00 - 22:00, 2025-08-02 20:00 - 22:00, 2025-08-07 20:00 - 22:00, 2025-08-08 20:00 - 22:00, 2025-08-09 20:00 - 22:00, 2025-08-14 20:00 - 22:00, 2025-08-15 20:00 - 22:00 and 2 more dates | Union Park Tavern, 4520 8th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Union park Tavern – June
Thursday, June 5 5pm Cocktail Stunde’s (German Pop) is back! followed by OPEN MIC with host Pat Garrett at 8:30pm. All skills welcomed!
Friday, June 6 🚨🚨DOUBLE HEADER ALERT!
6-9pm in the Biergarten YVES Francois et Rocambu Jazz (Nola Street Jazz)
9pm First Friday Open Mic With Sipos & Young! (All Skills & Talents Welcomed)
Saturday, June 7 – 8pm Frank Falduto and his Patio Daddios (Blues)
Thursday, June 12 – Rhythm Dogs Blues Jam 8pm
Friday, June 13 – 9pm Would You Kindly? (Indie Rock)
Saturday, June 14 6-9pm in the Biergarten – Pat Garrett & the Good Ol Boys. Special Guest Makenzie Knight (Outlaw Country)
Thursday, June 19 Rhythm Dogs Blues Jam 8pm
Friday, June 20 🚨🚨DOUBLE HEADER ALERT!
6-9pm in the Biergarten The Westerlees (Western Swing). 9pm The Eric Algie Duo (EcoLimes funk)
Saturday, June 21- 7pm Chicago/Kenosha Metro Irish Folk Jam
Thursday, June 26 Rhythm Dogs Blues Jam 8pm
Friday, June 27 🚨🚨DOUBLE HEADER ALERT!
6-9pm in the Biergarten The Fugitives (Americana). 9pm Solo Artist Mitch Downey (Classic Rock)
Saturday, June 28 – 6-9pm in the Biergarten Peacetree Allstars (Americana)
Thursday, July 3 Rhythm Dogs Blues Jam 8pm
Friday, July 4 – 9pm First Friday Open Mic With Sipos & Young! (All Skills & Talents Welcomed)
Saturday, July 5 – Stolen Moments (Indie) Little Couch Band (Folk Punk)

The Wooden Chair Antiques Mega Market - Kenosha's largest outdoor event for antique lovers!
2025-08-02 09:00 - 15:00 | Wooden Chair Antiques, 5710 4th Ave, Kenosha, 53140, United States
Y’all, It’s That Time Again, and it’s comin in fast! Yee-Haw!!
Dust off your crusty boots, grab your treasure-hunting hats, and get ready for downtown Kenosha’s LARGEST Outdoor Antique Market—because we’re back and bigger than ever for our 2nd Annual Season!
6 Markets – 1 Incredible Season! Kicking things off May 10th, 2025, we’re bringing you six spectacular outdoor antique markets this season, each packed with treasures, great food, and that small-town charm you can’t resist!
Over 20+ Antique Outdoor Dealers and 40(+) Indoor Dealers – If it’s old, rare, rusty, or just plain crusty, you’ll find it here! Mouth-Watering Food Vendors – Because shopping works up an appetite! Live Music & Fun Surprises – Y’all never know what might happen! Open-Air Market Experience – Fresh air, fresh finds, and plenty of room to roam!
If you love antiques, history, or just a good ol’ country-style gathering, then partner, this is the place to be!
Save the Dates: (May 10th, June 7th, July 5th, Aug. 2nd, Sept. 6th, and Oct. 4th!) Where? Wooden Chair Antiques, Downtown Kenosha, WI Time: Bright & Early ’til the cows come home (or at least mid-afternoon) LOL .. 9 am – 3 pm!!!
Come for the finds, stay for the fun, and leave with a trunk full of treasures!
Follow us for updates, sneak peeks, and behind-the-scenes antics. We promise good times, great deals, and maybe even a story or two!

Meet & Greet with Audrey Wilson
2025-08-02 11:00 - 14:00 | Blue House Books, 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, 53142, United States
“A chilling and unsettling story that will stay with you long after you finish.” – Jessica Huntley, author of “Don’t Tell a Soul”
“So devilishly creepy it will make your skin crawl.” – Avanti Centrae, #1 International bestselling thriller author
“This book is unsettling, cult-like and had me glued to the pages. I could not put it down.” – Chandra Claypool, “Where the Reader Grows”
Join Audrey Wilson at Blue House Books on Saturday, August 2nd anytime between 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for the release of her latest thriller “The Ever End”, a story of a mysterious figure, a dead televangelist, and a series of bizarre rituals, perfect for readers of elevated horror and thrillers!
Audrey will be chatting with excited readers and signing books, so stop by to meet this fantastic local author!
About THE EVER END
Margo has spent most of her life without a family, and with a telekinetic gift she can’t quite explain. Since losing her mother less than a year ago, she’s felt more alone than ever. When her fiancé Sam takes her to his remote Iowa hometown to meet his family and begin planning their wedding, Margo finally begins to feel like she’s home. But the feeling doesn’t last long, and Margo soon feels out of place among her future in-laws. Sam’s family is different from what she’d expected. Not only is their obsession with a deceased televangelist unsettling, but Margo has begun seeing a strange, mysterious figure from her past—a figure that she thought was put to rest with her mother’s passing.
As Sam’s family begins to take over the wedding plans, Margo tries to regain some control by turning to the town’s sole wedding planner, who soon becomes her only confidant, perhaps because she reminds Margo of her former love. But the more Margo tries to distance her past from her future with Sam, the deeper his family pulls her in, forcing upon her generationally archaic traditions that border on ritualistic. As Margo unearths the family’s dark web of secrets, she begins to suspect that she may have been brought here for a reason, and it may cost her life.
In the psychologically unsettling vein of “I’m Thinking of Ending Things” and “The Women in the Dark”, combined with the socially aware suspense of “Get Out”, “The Ever End” takes elevated horror to a new level with a queer, twisted, feminist story that will keep readers guessing until the end, and stay with them long after that.
About AUDREY WILSON
Audrey Wilson is the award-winning author of “Landing Like Rain”, “Only Human”, and “Wrong Girl Gone”. Having earned her BA in Television Writing and Producing from Columbia College Chicago, Audrey has written over two dozen screenplays and television episodes. She has won various awards for her writing, including a regional Emmy nomination.
Audrey has also spoken professionally at numerous writing events, including the Golden Crown Literary Society Conference, the Let’s Just Write! Chicago Writers Conference, and the International Dublin Writers Festival.
Audrey resides in the suburbs of Chicago with her family.

Portside Catering and Sugah n' Spices Baking Class
2025-08-03 14:00 - 16:00 | Portside Catering Wisconsin, 5124 6th Avenue, Kenosha, 53140, United States
Kids are invited to Portside’s Kitchen to bake back to school cookies with Jayla from Sugah n’ Spices!! Parents are welcome to stay as well!

Downtown Movie Night
2025-08-05 17:00 - 22:00 | Hold My Beer, 621 56th Street, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Did you hear???
August 5th, 2025 is National Night Out!
What better way to celebrate than with a few of our favorite food trucks, outdoor axe throwing and good ole big screen classic… Cool Runnings!!
This inspired by real events Disney Classic will please young and old!
VIP seating with table service and classic consessions included are available but limited.
Visit Www.holdmybeerkenosha.com to reserve your spot today!
11am- 10pm Cousin’s Maine Lobster Food Truck makes it debut downtown!!!
5pm -Parking lot opens for seating and yard games
5pm- Allie from The Sipster is rolling in with her drink trailer… Can we all say Chamoy!!!
5pm- Bobby’s Burgers is rolling up with his Famous Airstream to smash you in the face with his Ridiculous Smash Burgers
5pm-8pm -Family Friendly Reggaeton Band
8pm-10pm – Disney Classic- Cool Runnings
More details to follow…

Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
2025-08-07 09:00 | Southport Smoothie, 611 56th Street, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Grand Opening Celebration! Ribbon cutting ceremony We hope to see all of you and set a new record crowd for a downtown ribbon cutting!

Vintage & Vino
2025-08-07 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-08-14 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-08-21 18:00 - 21:00 | Olafson & Porter Vintage Goods, 5000 7th Aveune, Kenosha, 53140, United States
Come wine down with us during Vintage & Vino!
Enjoy wine inside and out every Thursday from 6pm-9pm!
Red, white, sparkling and more, by the glass or bottle.
Small and large charcuterie boards are available as well as our coffee and other delicious treats.
Live Music Coming Soon.
Come experience all that Olafson & Porter has to offer!

Sunrise Beach Yoga
2025-08-09 06:30 - 07:30, 2025-08-16 06:30 - 07:30 | Simmons Island Beach, 5001 4th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Transform your Saturdays starting July 12 with Sunrise Beach Yoga!
Offering a unique blend of nature, movement & mindfulness. Dana will lead you in 40 minutes of gentle movement followed by a guided meditation to nurture your mind, body & spirit.
This is a karma class, so pay what you can 🤍
Suggested $10 energy exchange.
After yoga, enjoy local coffee shops and make your way to the Kenosha farmers market!
When?
Saturdays at 6:30am starting July 12th
Where?
Simmons Island Beach
5001 Fourth Ave
Kenosha, WI 53140
What to bring?
Beach towel, comfy clothes, water & your energy!

Meet & Greet with Julia Byrd
2025-08-09 11:00 - 14:00 | Blue House Books, 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, 53142, United States
Join Julia Byrd at Blue House Books on Saturday, August 9th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for the release of her first contemporary romance, “Caviar Marriage”, a marriage-of-convenience romcom largely based in Racine! Julia will be chatting with excited readers and signing books, so stop by anytime during the event to meet this Chicago author!
About CAVIAR MARRIAGE:
She wants to land the man and the mansion… but first she’s got to land a few fish.
Stella Woodward is ready to ditch her unsatisfying job and boxy apartment for a vintage modernist mansion and a gorgeous new husband.
But as it turns out, asking the icy, honorable Everett Novak to marry her so they can split a family inheritance isn’t the strangest part of her life.
Stella is shocked when Everett agrees to her slipshod plan for a shared future. The older generation is passing them an estate complete with its own school of sturgeon whose delicate caviar is highly prized. By the time Stella and Everett realize the endangered fish are missing, their elderly relatives have fled town. Although marrying Everett seems to offer Stella a life of easy luxury, she knows he just wants her inheritance, not a tangle of legal threats.
Yet even when Stella can’t offer him much besides the last jar of caviar, Everett confesses that he likes her more than is strictly convenient. Before anybody else ends up in jail over fish crimes, Stella decides to go after the most valuable catch in the world… and the slippery chance at a real marriage.
About JULIA BYRD:
Julia Byrd lives and writes in Chicago with her handsome dog and scruffy husband. Her first two books are both Gothic romances. “Caviar Marriage” is her first contemporary romance, and she’s currently at work on another. She enjoys working with other people’s kids, baking beautiful treats, exercise, and reading.

Go Downtown Kenosha Clean Up - August 10th
2025-08-10 10:00 - 11:30 | Salon on Sixth, 5038 6th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Join Us for the Go Downtown Kenosha Clean-Up!The Lakeshore Business Improvement District, in collaboration with Soul Space invites you to help keep our downtown beautiful! Sunday, August 10th Meet outside Salon on Sixth (5038 6th Avenue) Clean-up: 10 AM – 11:30 AM Group photo to be taken at 10:10 AM Soul Space will be there early at 9:45 AM

We’ll provide gloves, garbage pickers, and bags. Come ready to make a difference and clean up downtown Kenosha! Volunteers must be 18 or older, or accompanied by an adult who will stay for the entire event.

Registration link – https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Y3Q89GR
The next Go Downtown Cleanup is scheduled for Saturday, September 13th at Sallese & Co. – 709 56t Street Time TBA

Got questions? Reach out to Donny at donny@visitkenosha.com.Let’s team up and clean up!

Princess Tea Party
2025-08-10 16:30 - 18:00 | Blue House Books, 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, 53142, United States
Join us on Sunday, August 10th at 4:30 p.m. for a princess tea party and story time! Princess Amanda will be reading “Do Princesses Really Kiss Frogs?” for kids aged 3- 7. Encourage your littles to dress up as their favorite Princess or Prince and enjoy some tea and treats!
Tickets are $5 for anyone participating in the tea party, including grown-up prince and princesses. Adults who are not participating in tea and treats do not need a ticket, but please limit extra guests as we have limited space in the store.
This event is ticketed, check out the details and grab your ticket here: https://www.blue-house-books.com/events/3198520250810

Meet & Greet with Caroline Woods
2025-08-16 11:00 - 14:00 | Blue House Books, 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, 53142, United States
Join Midwestern author Caroline Woods at Blue House Books on Saturday, August 16th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for the paperback release of “The Mesmerist”, a 2024 NPR Book of the Year!
Caroline will be chatting with readers and signing books! Stop in anytime during the event to meet this fantastic Midwestern author and grab a signed copy of “The Mesmerist”, a historical thriller that is as captivating as it is an honest review of women’s bodily autonomy and independence. It’s book is perfect for fans of “The Briar Club” and “The Lost Apothecary”!
About THE MESMERIST:
“Immersive and compelling . . . “The Mesmerist” will linger long after you turn the last page.” –NPR
Before hypnotism, there was Mesmerism. In 1894 Minneapolis, spiritualism of every stripe is all the rage, and women are dying under mysterious circumstances. When a new guest arrives at the Bethany Home for Unwed Mothers, refusing to speak, the stories of unexplained deaths seem unconnected—until Faith’s suspicious reticence sets the house abuzz with whispers of dark magic.
Abby, the Bethany Home’s treasurer, thinks the rumors swirling around Faith are nonsense, but she recognizes the danger of a good story. Abby tasks Faith’s roommate, May, with tracing Faith’s path to the Bethany Home. Desperate to end her year at Bethany Home engaged and on track to her happily-ever-after, May begins digging into Faith’s shadowy background. But the more May learns, the more she’s forced to question the dubious motives of everyone around her, and as the body count rises, May must reevaluate her future, and which lies she’s willing to tell, for whom. Inspired by a true crime that rocked the nation, Caroline Woods reimagines a classic American story through the eyes of three unforgettable women.
About CAROLINE WOODS:
Caroline Woods holds an M.F.A. in fiction from Boston University. She is the author of the novels “The Mesmerist”, which was a 2024 NPR Book of the Year; “The Lunar Housewife”; and “Fräulein M”. She has taught fiction writing at Loyola University Chicago, Boston University, and the Boston Conservatory.
Raised in Delaware, she now lives in Riverside, Illinois with her husband and two daughters.

Stuffie Sleepover at Blue House Books!
2025-08-16 16:30 - 18:00 | Blue House Books, 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, 53142, United States
What happens in a bookstore after the doors have closed and the customers have left for the night? Kiddos, your favorite stuffed friend will find out when you bring them to Blue House Books for a special after-hours adventure!
Join us on Saturday, August 16th at 4:30 p.m. for a pajama party story time and activity with your stuffed friend, and our storyteller, Lisa from TravelingTrunk! Lisa will be reading “Sleepytime”, the perfect bedtime book from Bluey. Following story time, tuck in your stuffed animal friend for a sleepover at the bookstore! Sorry kiddos, you have to go home with mom and dad.
Pick up your stuffed animal friend on Sunday, August 17th between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and hear about all the shenanigans that they got into!
*We recommend not having your child bring their absolute favorite stuffie as they might not be able to part with it for an evening.
This event is ticketed, check out the details and grab your ticket here: https://www.blue-house-books.com/events/3208720250816
Tickets are $5: This ticket includes one kids entry into the event and one parent/guardian. Due to spacing, we are limiting parents/guardians to one per family.

Fec's Place Almost Annual Pig Roast @ Kemper Center
2025-08-17 11:00 - 19:00 | Kemper Center Inc., 6501 3rd Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53143, United States
Save the date for Fec’s Annual Pig Roast at the Kemper Center! Prizes! Food! Beer! Music! 8/17/25
More details to come!
