Go Downtown Kenosha

Free Coffee Cupping at East View Coffee Co.
2024-06-27 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | East View Coffee Co., 716 58th Street, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Free coffee cupping every Thursday in June at 10AM in our Community room.
On Thursdays in June, join us in our community room for a coffee tasting! This space is created for learning about and sampling some of our coffees. Here you can ask questions and explore our coffee straight from bean to brew.

Ale, Axes, and American Made BBQ at Hold My Beer
2024-06-27 17:00 - 20:00 | Hold My Beer, 621 56th Street, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Beer, Axe throwing, and the best BBQ in town, what a combination!

Cigar Night On The Rooftop at Church & Market
2024-06-27 17:00 - 22:00 | Church & Market, 701 56th Street, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Join us every Thursday night in the Summer for Cigar Night On The Rooftop! Each week we’ll be joined by a special guest supplier to sample new and exciting products in the world of spirits. Grab your favorite cigar and some friends and join us at the corner of Church & Market

Kenosha Taco Fest
2024-06-28 15:00 - 21:00 | Kennedy Park, 4051 5th Avenue, Kenosha, 53140, United States
Join us for the 2nd Annual Kenosha Taco Fest!
On Friday, June 28 the Kenosha History Center is hosting the 2nd Annual Kenosha Taco Fest at a new location – Kennedy Park, along the shores of Lake Michigan. Food trucks will compete for votes to be named “Kenosha Taco Fest Champion”. The event is FREE to attend (tacos and other menu items will be available to purchase from participating vendors).
The food trucks competing will set their own menu and pricing. Customers can purchase the tacos and other menu items and then vote for their favorite taco at the event. Kenosha Taco Fest will take place from 3-9pm with a winner being announced that evening.
Kenosha Taco Fest will coincide with the Kenosha History Center’s popular Friday Night Classic Car Cruise-in on June 28. All classic cars and spectators are welcome at this event. There will be a special area for classic cars.
We are thrilled to partner with Kenosha Shriners this year! The Shriners will be selling beer at Kenosha Taco Fest to raise money for their nonprofit’s mission. What’s better than tacos, beer, and classic cars?!
We will have entertainment on stage throughout the evening. More details coming soon.
The Kenosha Public Library Bookmobile will be on-site for the event; more details coming soon!
With the new location at Kennedy Park, there will be plenty of spectator/attendee parking on the park land. All cars enter through the Washington Road park entrance on the West Side of the park.
2024 Kenosha Taco Fest Competitors:
911 Tacos
Antojitos Mexicanos Food Truck
Aragon’s Platos Borrachos
De La Rosa’s
Pico’s Taco Truck
Tacos La Flama (2023 Kenosha Taco Fest Champ)
Tacos La Parrilla
Tacos to the Face
Rockitacos
and more TBA!
For questions about the event please call the Kenosha History Center: 262-654-5770.

Beach House Bonfire Night
2024-06-28 18:30 - 21:30 | The Beach House at Simmons Island, 5001 Simmons Island Road, Kenosha, 53140, United States
Join us for a cozy night on Simmons Island Beach as we gather around the fire each Friday night in June…the s’more the merrier! Smaller campfires and a big bonfire will begin at 6:30 in front of the Kenosha Beach House, as well as one campfire in our beer garden. Drinks and food including s’more kits will be for sale.

SAILING -- DAY SAILS & SUNSET SAILS ... Public Sails and Private Events ... aboard 1914-design America's Cup sailing yacht "Red Witch II" (12-Meter, first-generation replica)
2024-06-28 19:30 - 20:45, 2024-06-29 19:30 - 20:45, 2024-07-04 19:30 - 20:45, 2024-07-05 19:30 - 20:45 | Kenosha Harbor, 5th Avenue and 54th Street, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Enjoy a world-class sailing experience aboard 1914-design America’s Cup sailing yacht “Red Witch II” (a “12-Meter” first-generation replica). We offer daily public sails and private events. $35 (75 Minutes). See www.redwitch.com to book seats — and for information.

Comedy Shows at Kenosha Comedy Club
2024-06-28 20:00 - 21:30, 2024-06-29 20:00 - 21:30, 2024-07-05 20:00 - 21:30 | Wyndham Garden Hotel, 5125 6th Ave, Kenosha, WI, United States
Every Friday and Saturday the Kenosha Comedy Club presents a hilarious 90-minute show that includes a feature act plus a national or regional headliner. No drink minimum! Visit the listed website for newly announced acts.
Lineup:

Greg Schwem: March 22 & 23 at 8PM
Kathleen Dunbar: March 29 & 30 at 8PM
Andy Beningo: April 5 & 6 at 8PM
Michele Traina Divorce Diaries: April 11 & 12 at 8PM
Mr. Showtime: April 12 & 13 at 8PM
Rich Guzzi: April 19th & 20th at 8PM
Chris Barnes: April 26th & 27th at 8PM
Fred Rubino: May 3rd & 4th at 8PM
Daryl Felsberg: May 10th & 11th *PM

For the full schedule, check the listed website and Facebook page.
Presented by Happenings Magazine. Located inside the Wyndham Garden – Kenosha Harborside hotel on the lakefront in Downtown Kenosha.

Spring Acrylic Painting: Beginners and Beyond II
2024-06-29 10:30 - 12:30 | Kenosha Public Museum, 5500 1st Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Be enchanted with texture and color in acrylic paint! Students will learn how to construct a painting by determining basic composition, blocking in the underlying dark, middle, and light values, and layering color. Students will work from an image of an impressionist painting. This class is perfect for those who are beginners or have previous experience and want to expand their skills in acrylics. A supply list will be sent to students when they sign up.
Instructor: Kathy Laybourn

Soul Space - Outdoor Clothes Swap
2024-06-29 12:00 - 14:00 | Kenosha Creative Space, 624 57th Street, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
This Saturday is our OUTDOOR CLOTHES SWAP
(the date was incorrect on our monthly calendar, so we apologize for any confusion!)

We are in search of ALL sizes! All kinds of clothing! Free to take free to give!

All remaining clothes will be donated to the ELCA community center here in Kenosha.

This time- we want you to bring clothes, accessories, or trinkets! Why not give a new home to items you no longer use and clear out your existing space!

Printmaking Workshop - Brought to you by Lemon Street Gallery and hosted by East View Coffee Co.
2024-06-29 12:30 - 15:30 | East View Coffee Co., 716 58th Street, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Join us for an exciting workshop instructed by Joe Szabo! $40 + $15 supply fee
Hosted by Joe Szabo in collaboration with Lemon Street Gallery in our community room – June 29th!
Have you ever wanted to make your own stamp? Follow in the footsteps of other great artists and create your own relief print! In this workshop, students will have a hands-on workshop to create their very own edition of prints. No experience necessary!
​*This class will be hosted in the community room at East View Coffee Company, located at 716 58th St, Kenosha, WI 53140

SAILING -- DAY SAIL & SUNSET SAIL! ... Public Sails and Private Events ... aboard 1914-design America's Cup sailing yacht "Red Witch II" (a 12-Meter, first-generation replica)
2024-06-29 13:00 - 14:15, 2024-06-30 13:00 - 14:15, 2024-07-06 13:00 - 14:15 | Kenosha Harbor, 5th Avenue and 54th Street, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Experience a world-class sailing experience aboard 1914-design America’s Cup sailing yacht “Red Witch II” (a first-generation “12-Meter” replica).
We offer daily public sails and private events. $35 for 75 minutes. See redwitch.com to reserve seats (and for information).

SAILING! DAY SAILS & SUNSET SAILS ... Public Sails and Private Events ... aboard 1914-design America's Cup sailing yacht "Red Witch" (12-Meter, first-generation, replica)
2024-06-29 14:30 - 15:45, 2024-06-30 14:30 - 15:45, 2024-07-06 14:30 - 15:45 | Kenosha Harbor, 5th Avenue and 54th Street, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States

Kenosha Creative Space to host “Vamos a Bailar” Latin dance social
2024-06-29 19:00 - 23:30 | Kenosha Creative Space, 624 57th Street, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
This Saturday, from 7pm-1am, the Kenosha Creative Space will host an event for all ages
and all dance experience levels to dance to the styles of Salsa, Bachata, Cumbia, Banda,
Merengue, Reggaeton, and more all night long!
This is the 6th “Vamos a Bailar” event hosted by the Space, which aims to bring people
across cultures, dance levels, and age groups together to enjoy beautiful music and learn
and express their dance moves.

Sunday Brunch Buffet at The 1844 Table & Mash
2024-06-30 10:00 - 14:00 | The 1844 Table & Mash, 5706 8th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Join us at The 1844 Table & Mash every Sunday for our delicious All-You-Can-Eat Brunch Buffet in downtown Kenosha. Our Sunday Brunch menu features traditional breakfast and brunch items, with new selections introduced by season. Of course, you will want to add bottomless mimosas or our Giant Stella Bloody Mary to make the brunch experience complete.
Every Sunday from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
View menu – https://the1844.com/special/sunday-brunch-buffet

Find Waldo in Kenosha!
2024-07-01 - 2024-07-31 | Blue House Books, 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, 53142, United States
Waldo is coming to Kenosha!
Throughout July, find our favorite stripped sleuth in local businesses throughout Kenosha! Waldo will be hiding in 25 locations around the city, and it’s your mission to stop into as many businesses as you can from July 1st to 31st to find him. Collect stamps from each location and win prizes! And who knows, maybe you’ll discover new amazing stores and hidden gems along the way!
Here are the details:
— Start at Blue House Books and pick up a Find Waldo Local stampcard starting July 1st.
— Throughout July, visit as many of the participating businesses (listed below and on the stampcard) as you can. Once you find Waldo, the store will give you a stamp or signature.
— Once you collect at least 10 stamps, stop by Blue House Books for your first small prize!
— If you collect at least 20 stamps, you will be entered to win larger prizes from the participating businesses!
— On July 31st, we will hold an event to select the prize winners! You do not have to be present to win, but any winners who are present will get first dibs at choosing their prize. Those event details will be posted soon.
— Don’t forget to support as many of these locally owned and operated businesses as you can along the way!
Participating businesses:
Alpaca Art, 4326 7th Ave, Saturday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
BLAK Coffee Kenosha, 5615 7th Ave, Tuesday to Saturday 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Blue House Books, 5915 6th Ave A, Monday to Friday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday & Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cooper’s Uptown, 2401 60th Street, Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday & Sunday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cut Stone, 5925 6th Avenue A, Wednesday to Friday, 4:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Dinosaur Discovery Museum, 5608 Tenth Avenue, Tuesday to Sunday 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
East View Coffee Company, 716 58th Street, Monday to Sunday 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
EQUINOX botanical boutique, 5901 6th Avenue A, Tuesday 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., Wednesday to Friday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
House of Nutrition & Wellness, 5824 6th Avenue. Monday to Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Jerry Smith Feed & Seed, 7115 38th Avenue, Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Jerry Smith Pumpkin Farm, 7150 18th Street, Monday to Sunday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
K9 Kibble, 5919 Sheridan Road, Monday 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Thursday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Closed Wednesday and Sunday
Kenosha History Museum, 220 51st Place, Tuesday to Friday 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Kenosha Public Museum, 5500 First Avenue, Monday to Saturday 10a.m. to 5p.m., Sunday 12 to 5p.m.
Lemon Street gallery & ArtSpace, 4601 Sheridan Road, Thursday to Saturday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The Lettering Machine, 725 50th Street, Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Millie Bo Peep, 5720 6th Avenue, Monday to Wednesday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursday & Friday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Modern Apothecary, 5700 6th Avenue, Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Once Upon a Child, 4623 75th Street, Unit 1, Monday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Sunday 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
RK News Hallmark, 5914B 75th Street, Monday to Friday 9:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m, Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sandy’s Popper, 5700 6th Avenue South Unit, Monday to Thursday 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday & Sunday 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Smartys, 5821 6th Avenue, Tuesday to Sunday 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Studio Moonfall, 5031 7th Avenue, Tuesday & Wednesday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Thursday check social media, Friday & Saturday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
A Summer’s Garden Florist, 5617 6th Avenue, Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Trolley Dogs, 5501 6th Avenue, Monday to Sunday 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Sunrise Pilates at Kemper Center
2024-07-02 06:00 - 07:00 | Kemper Center Inc., 6501 3rd Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53143, United States
Start your Tuesday mornings off strong with an amazing view. 6 am Sunrise Pilates with Angie. $10 per person. Located on the Northeast grounds behind the Faulkner (the one with the mosaic artwork on it) building. The class will be 1 hour long. Weather permitting. Can’t wait to see you all on your mats!
Text: (262) 331-1704 with questions.

Silent Book Club
2024-07-02 18:00 - 20:00 | The Buzz, 5621 6th Ave, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Silent Book Club has come to Kenosha, the first Tuesday of every month at 6 p.m!
At Silent Book Club, a group of book lovers gather in a local cafe or other bookish venue to read their books in companionable silence.
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Look for the monthly Silent Book Club event on our website to register: https://www.blue-house-books.com/events. If you click on “Buy a Ticket” and it does not allow you to go any further, that means we are full for that month.
We will be rotating venues in order to support several businesses in Kenosha. Check the details on our website for venue information for each month.

Xtreme Bar Bingo at The Boathouse Pub & Eatery
2024-07-03 20:00 - 22:00 | Boathouse Pub & Eatery, 4917 7th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
The Grandest Bingo Bounty on the seven seas – Xtreme Bar Bingo! Every Wednesday, from 8-10PM, set sail for an evening of salty fun and epic prizes! Nine thrilling games of bingo with chances to plunder the treasure chest with deluxe booty including 50″ TVs. iPads, designer handbags, Visa Gift Cards, and Sporting Event Tickets. The progressive jackpot starts at a cool $3000 and increases every week until it reaches $10,000! Gather your friends and lucky daubers (no parrots allowed!) and set course for merriment, and maybe a touch of liquid courage! Featuring D.E.W. and a Brew for only $10. Choose your favorite 16 oz. brew from the selection of Blue Moon, Modelo, Spotted Cow, or Miller Lite and pair it will a shot of Tullamore D.E.W. Irish Whiskey . An unbeatable combination and perfect way to unwind after a long day!

4th of July on the Apis Rooftop
2024-07-04 16:00 - 22:00 | The Apis Hotel and Restaurant, 614 56th Street, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Spend the evening of July 4th on the Rooftop of The Apis!
Enjoy private access to our rooftop bar beginning at 4p, with a progressive buffet of food and the city’s best view of the fireworks! Your paid ticket includes admission to the rooftop and access to our all-inclusive buffet.
Tax & gratuity are calculated at the time of checkout.
PLEASE NOTE: admission DOES NOT include drinks. All beverages are available on consumption via a cash bar. Additionally, The Apis Rooftop is an outdoor space and this event will proceed rain or shine. Please dress accordingly.
Questions? Email them to us at events@attheapis.com.

Antique Pop - up Market at Wooden Chair Antiques
2024-07-06 09:00 - 15:00 | Wooden Chair Antiqes, 5710 4th Ave, Kenosha, 53140, United States
Extra! Extra! Bandits on the Loose…. We fixin to add to your calendar with our Antique Pop-up Market this year. Dates are rollin in hotter then a hog in slop!! June 15th – Kicking off summer FUNJuly 6th – Celebrating Independence! RED/WHITE/BLUEAugust 3rd – closing the summer with a BANGSeptember 7th – FALL in love – western styleOctober 5th – end the season with a Spooooootacular time!!
Dealers WANTED .. join the round up gang and hitch your wagon with ours. IM us directly and don’t be fooled by those spammin varmints, if you ain’t speakin with us, it’s not us!!!
Now let’s have a blazing good ol’ time this season!!! Yeeeee-haw !!

Antique Pop-up
2024-07-06 10:00 - 17:00 | Wooden Chair Antiques, 5710 4th Ave, Kenosha, 53140, United States
Extra! Extra! Bandits on the Loose….
We fixin to add to your calendar with our Antique Pop-up Market this year. Dates are rollin in hotter then a hog in slop!!June 15th – Kicking off summer FUNJuly 6th – Celebrating Independence! RED/WHITE/BLUEAugust 3rd – closing the summer with a BANGSeptember 7th – FALL in love – western styleOctober 12th – end the season with a Spooooootacular time!!
Dealers WANTED .. join the round up gang and hitch your wagon with ours. IM us directly and don’t be fooled by those spammin varmints, if you ain’t speakin with us, it’s not us!!!
Now let’s have a blazing good ol’ time this season!!! Yeeeee-haw !!!
