Go Downtown Kenosha

Comedy Shows at Kenosha Comedy Club
2024-08-17 20:00 - 21:30, 2024-08-23 20:00 - 21:30, 2024-08-24 20:00 - 21:30, 2024-08-30 20:00 - 21:30, 2024-08-31 20:00 - 21:30, 2024-09-06 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Chicago) | 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.

Bingo at 58 Below
2024-08-18 14:00 - 16:00, 2024-08-25 14:00 - 16:00, 2024-09-01 14:00 - 16:00 | 58 Below, 504 58th Street, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
#GETDOWNHERE Bingo is back baby! First card is free. Each additional card is $5. There will also be other games that you will be able to buy into.

Open Mic Night w/ Spirit Shakers at 58 Below
2024-08-19 20:00 - 23:00, 2024-08-26 20:00 - 23:00, 2024-09-02 20:00 - 23:00 | 58 Below, 504 58th Street, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Every Monday night 7-10pm open mic with the Spirit Shakers. Everyone is welcome! Monday night special buy 2 drinks and get the 3rd half off.

Music at Twilight at Kemper Center
2024-08-21 17:00 - 20:00, 2024-08-27 17:00 - 20:00 | Kemper Center Inc., 6501 3rd Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53143, United States
Music At Twilight, formerly known as Twilight Jazz, has extended its season this year with an additional concert in September. The genre of music is expanding to bring in a variety of sounds for one’s listening pleasure. Jazz will still be a part of the series and will also include other great sounds from new bands to Kemper.
This year the grounds on the south lawn of Anderson Arts Center will open at 5:00 p.m. and the concerts will begin at 6:00 p.m. and go until 8:00 p.m. Seating is first come, first serve so bring your blankets and lawn chairs and enjoy the music along with the view of the lake.
All concerts are free, drinks and food are available for purchase. Carry in of alcohol is strictly prohibited.
If the weather causes a concert to be cancelled it will be held the following evening.

2024 Line Up:
June 11 Ivy Ford
June 25 Southport Sound
July 9 Deep Pockets
July 23 Peacetree Allstarts
August 13 Yesterday’s Children
August 27 Kal Bergendahl Project
September 10 Empty Bottle Boys and One Shot Jane
September 24 Georgia Rae Family Band

We have added an additional night of music outside on the North Lawn behind the Faulkner Building. Located on the east side, closer to the lake, where one can bring their chairs, sit at picnic tables, and enjoy the sounds of different musical acts. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. The music is from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on the following nights:
June 19 Colby, Ed, and Tom on the Fiddle
July 17 Tom and Gary Show
August 21 Stu The Piano Guy
September 18 Jill Plaistad Band

Xtreme Bar Bingo at The Boathouse Pub & Eatery
2024-08-21 20:00 - 22:00, 2024-08-28 20:00 - 22:00, 2024-09-04 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!

Ale, Axes, and American Made BBQ at Hold My Beer
2024-08-22 17:00 - 20:00, 2024-08-29 17:00 - 20:00, 2024-09-05 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!

Peanut Butter & Jam Concert Series
2024-08-22 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-08-29 18:00 - 20:00 | Veterans Memorial Park, 5220 Sixth Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Peanut Butter & Jam Concert Series presented by the City of Kenosha and Happenings magazine. The 22nd season of the free outdoor concert series takes place Thursdays, July 11th – August 29th. Offering a varied lineup of musical genres sure to entertain.
Select solo, duo and trio artist perform at 11:30 am (shows will be announced soon) Headliners perform at 6pm.
Amped up full bands perform at 6 pm.
Concert-goers are welcome to sit in Veterans Memorial Park to enjoy the concert, or across the street at Navy Memorial Park near the Harbor. Sixth avenue is closed between 52nd Street and 54th Street for the evening show, for pedestrian safety. People are reminded not to sit close to the streetcar tracks and to use designated crosswalks and pedestrian routes.
Don’t’ forget to bring your own chairs or blankets to sit and enjoy the show!
Show line up includes
July 11th: The Now- A staple of Wisconsin cover bands for more than 18 years, performing rock, country and pop covers spanning five decades.
July 18th: Fast Times – A high energy band that brings you back to the 1980s music and styles.
July 25th: Disco Circus – Creating a nostalgic experience by combining the energy and Excitement of a three-ring circus with the grooviest Music from the 1970s with three lead vocalists.
August 1st: 7th Heaven – Whether you’re a fan of classic hits or a newcomer to their sound, 7th Heaven’s performances promise an exhilarating journey through the best of pop music.
August 8th: Lil’ Ed and the Blues Imperials – Performing at major blues festivals worldwide, Lil’ Ed is a multiple Blues Music Award winner and returning favorite to Peanut Butter & Jam.
August 15th; yankee Cowboy – Midwest’s hottest country rock band, performing upbeat, exciting modern country music along with blasts for the past. They are known for their big sounds with free-part harmonies.
August 22nd: Jonny Lyons & the Pride – A five-piece show band, the group has been entertaining folks all over the Midwest.
August 29th: The Yacht Rock-ettes – The world’s first and only female lead yacht rock cover band brings back the smooth rock of the 1970s and early 1980s.

Beach House Bonfire Night
2024-08-23 18:30 - 21:30, 2024-08-30 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.

Esmé Patterson at The White Lilac
2024-08-23 20:00 - 21:30 | The White Lilac, 5029 6th Ave, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
About this event

Esme Patterson is an acclaimed singer-songwriter known for her soulful voice and thought-provoking lyrics. Hailing from Boulder, Colorado, Esme’s music blends elements of indie rock, folk, and pop, creating a unique sound that resonates with a wide audience. She first gained recognition as a member of the band Paper Bird before embarking on a successful solo career. Her albums, such as “Woman to Woman” and “We Were Wild,” showcase her ability to craft deeply personal and emotive songs. Esme’s artistry is marked by her lyrical storytelling, captivating melodies, and her ability to connect with listeners on a profound level.
Critics have praised her work, with NPR Music describing her as “a songwriter who beautifully expresses the intricacies of human emotion,” and Paste Magazine highlighting her “intense, shimmering vocals and introspective lyrics.” Esme Patterson’s music continues to leave a lasting impact, cementing her place as a significant voice in contemporary music.

Lakefest 2024 at the Kenosha Beach House on Simmons Island
2024-08-24 11:00 - 23:00 | The Beach House at Simmons Island, 5001 Simmons Island Road, Kenosha, 53140, United States
On Saturday, August 24th from 11AM-11PM, join us at the newly opened Kenosha Beach House for the biggest party on Lake Michigan! We’ll have fun activities and live entertainment going on all day. Bring your friends and family to enjoy performances by musicians, dancers, and gymnasts, a Water Blaster Battle, a Sand Castle Competition, beach art activities with Lemon Street Gallery & Art Space, big bubble fun with Beyond Bubbly, campfire pits & a big bonfire (with s’mores!), concessions & beverages in the beer garden, food vendors, art booths, and lots more fun. Like and follow our event page for updates as we get closer to the big day!
BEACH STAGE LIVE ENTERTAINMENT LINEUP:– 12-1PM Step by Step (Dancers)– 1-2PM Donna’s Gym-nastics– 2-3PM Kenye in Kenosha– 3-5PM Plaisted & Stokes– 5:30-8PM Spirit Shakers– 8:30-11PM 80s Glow Party with Midwest DJ Productions
SIMMONS ISLAND ACTIVITIES SCHEDULE:– 10AM-4PM Car Show @ Great Lakes Yacht Sales (just steps away)– 11AM Vendor tents/food vendors open– 11AM Beach House open (concessions, beer garden, gifts, rentals)– 11AM-1PM Sandcastle Contest registration– 1PM-3PM Sandcastle building– 1:30PM-3:30PM Beyond Bubbly Bubble Fun– 3PM Sandcastle Judging by Lemon Street Gallery & Art Space– 3:30PM-4:30PM Water Blaster Battle (Ages 7 and under)– 4:30-5:30PM Water Blaster Battle (Ages 8-14)– 5:30-6:30PM Water Blaster Battle (15+)– 6:30PM Campfire pits & s’more kits available– 8PM Big Beach Bonfire– 8:15PM Venetian Boat Parade– 8:30PM 80s Glow Party with Midwest DJ Productions
This event benefits the Kenosha Community Sailing Center, a nonprofit which provides opportunities for the community to enjoy sailing and rentals on Lake Michigan.

Kenosha Book Festival 2024: Chapter Five
2024-08-25 10:00 - 15:00 | Studio Moonfall, 5031 7th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Books! Books! Books!
The Kenosha Book Festival is back at Studio Moonfall for our fifth chapter of 2024! Save the date for Sunday, August 25th, from 10am to 3pm, at Wisconsin’s indie-est of indie bookstores, Studio Moonfall, located at 5031 7th Avenue.
Meet all these great local authors, dig through THOUSANDS of $1 used books and comics, find some treasure with Silver Pocket Collectibles, and have the greatest grilled cheese ever with Hydn Cheese. And Little Big Top Fun Company will be making some of the coolest balloon animals you’ve ever seen!
Here are this chapter’s authors:
Debra Oas – Cryptid Mysteries/Thriller
Kaitlyn Bolyard – Fantasy/Mystery/Poetry
Aliyah Jackson – Poetry
S.L. Wilton – Fantasy
Sharon K. Angelici – Fantasy/Romance
Laura Meyer – Cosplay/Costuming Techniques
Huckleberry Rahr – Urban Fantasy
Jessie Rose – Suspense
Al Lytle & Toi Blasier – Fantasy
Ana Michelle – Urban Fantasy
A.R. Grimes – Fantasy
George Adamczyk – Horror
Randi Moxi – Children’s Books/Pitbull Rescue
T.R. Nickel – Young Adult Fantasy
M.P. McDonald – Thriller/Post-Apocalyptic
A.P. Goodman – Fantasy
S & E Black – Fantasy
Rod Vick – Fantasy
Carl A. Bogar – Military History
and Donovan Scherer – Middle Grade Fantasy/Horror and Coloring Books
Tell all your friends and family and let’s get reading!

Jukebox Bingo at Boathouse Pub & Eatery
2024-08-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Boathouse Pub & Eatery, 4917 7th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Join us for Jukebox Bingo! Where Bingo meets “Name That Tune!” Sing, Dance, Shout and Win Prizes! Every Second and Fourth Monday. First round starts at 7PM. Hosted by Mike Tischer Entertainment

22nd Annual Kenosha Classic Cruise-In
2024-08-31 09:00 - 16:00 | Downtown Kenosha, 5601 7th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Auto manufacturing – whether automobile or engine assembly – took place in Kenosha for more than 100 years. To this day, classic car owners enjoy gathering together, showing off their cars, and telling stories of the good old days. Cruise-in nights and car shows are abundant in the summer months here.
One of the biggest annual ones is the Kenosha Classic Cruise-In, which started in 2004. It happens the Saturday of Labor Day weekend in Downtown Kenosha. Typically, 1,500 to 1,800 cars are on display. Car enthusiasts from as many as five states – and even Canada – gather for this event, which is open to all makes and models of vehicles and motorcycles. It’s free to display your car and free for spectators.
Bring the whole family! Music and food vendors are part of the event, with cars lining the streets. As you stroll along, there are many local restaurants and shops to stop in. Not to mention museums, art galleries, historic districts, a sculpture walk, farmers markets, and an Electric Streetcar system to ride! Oh, and Lake Michigan is right here too!
The event is presented by a team of volunteers from a local car club: Kenosha Classic Street Machines. The car club generously donates to local organizations after the event each year.

Anna Fermin's Trigger Gospel At The White Lilac
2024-08-31 20:00 - 21:30 | The White Lilac, 5029 6th Ave, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Anna Fermin’s Trigger Gospel is an all-original alt-country/Americana band based in Chicago. Together over 25 years, they have six critically-acclaimed releases under their belts, and have toured throughout the U.S. and Europe sharing the stage with an impressive roster of musicians including Johnny Cash, Steve Earle, Joe Ely, Robbie Fulks, David Crosby, Delbert McClinton, Neko Case, and many more.
