Go Downtown Kenosha

Tavern on 6th Pig Roast
2024-08-10 12:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Tavern on 6th, 5712 6th Ave, Kenosha, 53140, United States
Come join us at Tavern on 6th for the most epic pig roast of the year! Get ready for a day filled with delicious food, cold drinks, and great company. Our chefs will be roasting a whole pig to perfection, serving up mouthwatering dishes that will have you coming back for more! Tickets include 2 complimentary drinks and AYCEP! Featured cocktails from Whistlepig Whiskey as well as bottle giveaways will also take place throughout the event. Mark your calendars and don’t miss out on the fun!

Jukebox Bingo at Boathouse Pub & Eatery
2024-08-12 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-08-26 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-09-09 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

Open Mic Night w/ Spirit Shakers at 58 Below
2024-08-12 20:00 - 23:00, 2024-08-19 20:00 - 23:00, 2024-08-26 20:00 - 23:00, 2024-09-02 20:00 - 23:00, 2024-09-09 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.

Xtreme Bar Bingo at The Boathouse Pub & Eatery
2024-08-14 20:00 - 22:00, 2024-08-21 20:00 - 22:00, 2024-08-28 20:00 - 22:00, 2024-09-04 20:00 - 22:00, 2024-09-11 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
2024-08-15 17:00 - 20:00, 2024-08-22 17:00 - 20:00, 2024-08-29 17:00 - 20:00, 2024-09-05 17:00 - 20:00, 2024-09-12 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!

Kid's Fall Fashion Show
2024-08-17 15:30 - 19:00 | The Stella Hotel & Ballroom, 5706 8th Avenue, Kenosha, 53140
Join in on the fun for a Kid’s Fall Fashion Show presented by Millie Bo Peep, along with collaborating guests, kins + noah co. and C.C. Photography. The fashion show will begin at 3:30pm and take place at The Stella Hotel inside the Elks Room. After the show, kids and families will be able to participate in games, raffle prizes, and giveaways. There will also be an adult raffle and a cash bar from 3:00-5:00pm. Several family-friendly vendors will also be on site!
After the event is over, pop over to Millie Bo Peep (just around the block) for our late-night exclusive after hours party to shop our new, fall collection! The store will be open 2 hours later, from 5pm until 7pm. The party continues at Millie Bo Peep where you’ll also get to participate in more raffles!

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.

Giant Show at Paddy O's 7
2024-09-07 14:00 - 23:30 | Paddy 0’s, 5022 7th Aveune, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
3 stages19 bands5 poets20+ vendors at Paddy O’s Pub, the White Lilac, and The PortSponsored by Ktown Connects, Studio Moonfall, and Hush
PADDY’S STAGE 2-105022 7th Ave, Kenosha, WI 53140
Distant EyeWarplotRevel in Rot Yates Kids Resurrectionists Fastplants Ghost Machines
WHITE LILAC STAGE 3-125029 6th Ave, Kenosha, WI 53140
KenyeCodes Within CodesTorrahbull(d)VICESArtie Do GoodB33FOld wolvesDead Language Decoder
POETS
Jarod SturyczZech WadeJessica ElleJessie Lynn McMainsCarly-Anne Coda
THE PORT STAGE 10-12714 50th St, Kenosha, WI 53140
Megan Jay Know This Bad Decisions
VENDORS
Steph StixWily WorksBISLBAshley Crucianelli Chris DaisyCrones CraftsKenny KingMichelle Ranee Carl steinhagenNoah Ellison American Vengeance Shaun Flanigan’s dark artsReckless ChantsLost Sons Collective
FOOD TRUCKS
Aragon’s Platos Borrachos Hydn Cheese
more info tba

The 1844 Speakeasy Soirée
2024-09-10 08:00 - 17:00 | The 1844 Table & Mash, 5706 8th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Get ready to be transported back to the glamour and mystique of the Roaring ’20s at The 1844 Table & Mash! For one night only, we’re hosting an unforgettable Speakeasy Night on Saturday, October 12th, from 9 PM to Midnight—and you’re invited!

Here’s what’s in store: RSVP to receive the secret password that unlocks the door to our exclusive speakeasy experience. Use the password to enjoy 20% off your dinner at The 1844 Table & Mash before the fun begins. Sip on classic Prohibition-era cocktails and savor late-night bar snacks while you soak in the atmosphere. Enjoy live music from a fantastic band, setting the perfect mood for a night of vintage elegance. Dress to impress—the Best Dressed Couple will win a Free Night Stay and a $50 Dining Certificate!

No cover charge—just RSVP to get the password and secure your spot for a night of classic fun and mystery.

Are you ready for a night out like no other? Click below to RSVP, and we’ll see you at The 1844 for an evening you won’t forget.

LIVE MUSIC AT UNION PARK TAVERN
2024-09-12 20:00 - 22:00, 2024-09-13 18:00 - 21:00, 2024-09-13 20:00 - 22:00, 2024-09-14 18:00 - 21:00, 2024-09-14 20:00 - 22:00 | Union Park Tavern, 4520 8th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Semptember/October Line up: Saturday, September 7 – 6-9pm The Sean McKee Band (Blues) in the Biergarten
Thursday, September 12 – 8pm The Rhythm Dogs Blues Jam
Friday, September 13 – 6-9pm Sweet Sheiks (Music from the 10’s, 20’s, & 30’s)
Saturday, September 14 – 6-9pm The PeaceTree Allstars (Bluegrass Jam) in the Biergarten
Thursday, September 19 – 8pm The Rhythm Dogs Blues Jam
Friday, September 20 – 9pm ish Solo Artist Colby Millea (Singer Songwriter)
Oktoberfest, 2024
Saturday, October 21 Union Park Tavern and MGV harmonious 8th Annual Oktoberfest.
Sat. Celebration starts at 3pm. Authentic German Food and singing by MGV Harmonia’s ALL DAY.
3pm Tapping of the ceremonial keg
4pm hungry five brass band
4:30pm Rule the Drool! (New!)
5:15pm dachshund races
6pm Stein hoisting contest
7pm miss Oktoberfest contest
8pm Pieptone! In the Bar Room
Sunday, October 22
To close the Octoberfest celebration, we will be serving a traditional German breakfast, Bauernfrüstück, served from 9AM till gone. We crisp up bacon, then sauté onions in some of the grease. Add potatoes, cook until brown, and then mix in eggs. Served with toast. We will also be serving our German eggs Benedict. A homemade potato pancake topped with a split bratwurst, two eggs any way, and sausage gravy.
Thursday, September 26 – 8pm The Rhythm Dogs Blues Jam
Friday, September 27 – 9pm ish Solo Artist Mitch Downey (Singer Songwriter & and little cover here and there)
Saturday, September 28 – 6-9pm The Jill Plaisted Band (Americana) in the Biergarten

Port of Fear Film Festival
2024-09-13, 2024-09-14 | Kemper Center Inc., 6501 3rd Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53143, United States
The Port of Fear Film Festival is Kenosha’s only Horror film festival, focused on highlighting midwestern filmmakers and bringing their films to scenic downtown Kenosha. Port of Fear is the only event that brings a variety of horror, sci-fi, fantasy, and thriller films from around the world, right into the heart of Kenosha. Our vendors bring the best art, clothing, film merchandise, and food from Southeastern Wisconsin and Northern Illinois. If you want to know what goes bump in the night, then you’re welcome to join us…at the Port of Fear.
The film blocks for the festival range in price. Single use tickets to films will be $10.
Check out the vendors at the Spooky Market, which is free to attend.
The first festival was held in 2022.
