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Rustic Road Brewing Company's Lakeside Oktoberfest
2024-09-28 11:00 - 23:00, 2024-09-29 11:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | Celebration Place, 5501 Ring Road, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
September boasts some of Wisconsin’s finest weather, the initial tinges of color on the leaves and, back for a second year, Kenosha’s Lakeside Oktoberfest, presented by Rustic Road Brewing Company! This event will feature 4 days of live music, food, family style entertainment, and, of course, the area’s best craft brews available – a true celebration of Kenosha in Deutschland style!Thurs: 4-10, Fri: 4-11, Sat: 11-11, Sun: 11-6

Keno Nite Market at Pennoyer Park
2024-09-28 16:00 - 22:00 | Sesquicentennial Bandshell at Pennoyer Park, 3601 7th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Celebrate Kenosha’s Diversity at the Keno Nite Market!
*Mark your calendars!** The Keno Nite Market is moving outdoors for the first time ever, taking place at the beautiful Pennoyer Park and Bandshell in Kenosha, WI. This **FREE, family-friendly** event is open to everyone in our community!
**Here’s what you can look forward to:**
*Shop unique creations:** Support local artisans and crafters as you browse their one-of-a-kind works.*Savor delicious eats:** Delight your taste buds with a variety of food vendors offering culinary treats.*Groove to live music:** Enjoy the sounds of talented local musicians as they fill the park with vibrant energy.*Raise a glass (responsibly):** Quench your thirst with refreshing beverages from our beer vendors (21+).*Enter to win!** Try your luck in our free raffle for a chance to win exciting prizes.
*The Keno Nite Market** is more than just an event – it’s a celebration of Kenosha’s diverse community. Come experience the vibrant tapestry of art, food, music, and people that make our city so special.
**See you there!*

Sunday Brunch Buffet at The 1844 Table & Mash
2024-09-29 10:00 - 14:00, 2024-10-06 10:00 - 14:00, 2024-10-13 10:00 - 14:00, 2024-10-20 10:00 - 14:00, 2024-10-27 10:00 - 14:00, 2024-11-03 10:00 - 14:00, 2024-11-10 10:00 - 14:00, 2024-11-17 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

Kemper Center Haunted House
2024-10-05 18:00 - 22:00, 2024-10-12 18:00 - 22:00, 2024-10-19 18:00 - 22:00, 2024-10-26 18:00 - 22:00 | Kemper Center Inc., 6501 3rd Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53143, United States
The hours are:
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Lights are on for small children to enjoy the attraction.
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM: Regular Haunted House experience with lights out for all ages.
The Haunted House entrance is located in the Kady Faulkner Building around the back of Kemper Center.
Tickets are sold at the door. There is a fee. Cash sales only.

Haunted House at Kemper Center
2024-10-12 18:00 - 22:00, 2024-10-19 18:00 - 22:00, 2024-10-26 18:00 - 22:00 | Kemper Center Inc., 6501 3rd Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53143, United States
Join us for the annual Haunted House, brought to you by the Teen Task Force. The Haunted House is located in the back of Kemper Center, with concessions and a photo booth in Faulkner. This year’s theme: Haunted Cemetery!
From 6:00pm to 7:00pm, lights will be on for small children. From 7:00pm to 10:00pm, lights will be off.
Tickets are $10.00 ($5.00 for children 10 and under) and can be purchased upon arrival.

Halloween Party at Latibule
2024-10-18 17:30 - 21:30 | Latibule, 4906 7th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Party with us at Latibule! Make an Autumn doormat. Email us your selection from the pictures in the comments. Afterward, hang out around the bonfire. Roast hot dogs and make s’mores while sipping cider, spiked or not spiked. Pre registration is required latibulewisconsin.com

Kenosha Art Market
2024-10-20 10:00 - 14:00 | Union Park Kenosha, 7th Ave & 46th St, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
The Kenosha Art Market is held every 3rd Sunday June-October from 10am-2pm.
(Note: this Facebook event was not made by the KAM organizers so contact them if you have anything other than basic questions about the market. www.kenoshaartmarket.org/ )
This year Shell’s Hues will be there each market day and I’ll also be demonstrating fancy tie-dye techniques! Come visit the market and make sure to stop by and say hi to me, Shell, and probably Eric, my Booth Beau.

HOWL-O-WEEN Fall Bash at the Beach House
2024-10-20 10:00 - 15:00 | The Beach House at Simmons Island, 5001 Simmons Island Road, Kenosha, 53140, United States
Get ready for a spooktacular time at our inaugural Howl-o-ween bash on Sunday, October 20th! We’re rolling out a fang-tastic outdoor vegan champagne brunch, featuring plant-based food and craft vendors that will make your taste buds dance. At 11AM, Georgia Rae will enchant us with her fiddle, setting the stage for a purr-fectly magical afternoon. Then, don’t miss the pet costume parade and contest at noon—where your furry friends can strut their stuff and show off their howling good outfits! Ready to join the parade? Click the link below for more details and let’s make this a howl of a good time!
https://bit.ly/HowlOWeenPetParade

Screen Printing on Pottery Class
2024-10-23 18:00 - 20:00 | Alpaca Arts, 4326 7th Ave,, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Marj is bringing out the silk screens again! These are only available to use during these classes. Learn how to easily apply these detailed images to your pottery, and choose from a wide range of options (see photos in comments.)Cost is $10 at time of reservation, plus whichever piece you choose, which can be paid the night of. Feel free to come a little early to decide on your piece.Stop in or call during open hours to make your reservations! 262-657-4444

SPOOKTOBERFEST
2024-10-26 12:00 - 18:00 | Public Brewing Company, 58th Street, Kenosha, Wisconsin, 53140, United States
We are taking over the block for our first annual Spooktoberfest! Join us at Public Brewing Company on Saturday 26 October 2024 from 12pm-6pm for a fall block party that features fun for all ages with elements of Halloween & Oktoberfest! This event is free to attend so gather your family, friends, and dogs and get ready for some tricks and treats!
Here are the highlights:
BEVERAGES: We are offering a delicious selection of beers from both Public Brewing Company and Lakefront Brewery, available both outside and inside. We will have N/A beer, gluten-free beer, and soft drinks available for purchase too.
VENDORS: Explore a variety of vendors offering unique goods and treats.
FOOD: Public Brewing Company taproom and kitchen is open from 11am-9pm. We will have a special event menu indoors for the day that includes items like Pumpkin Spice cheese curds and vegan corn dogs. Other food can be purchased outdoors from Lakefront Brewery’s CurdWagon, open from 12-6pm, featuring all gluten-free, autumn-themed food such as Thanksgiving dinner cheese curds, poutine, and more.
COSTUME CONTEST: Calling all adults, kids, and dogs to dress in their best costumes for a chance to win fun prizes! Prizes will be awarded for scariest, cleverest, and cutest costumes.
ACTIVITIES/ENTERTAINMENT: We are featuring kid-friendly activities such as pumpkin tic tac toe, cornhole, glitter tattoos, and a BYO sliced caramel apple station. Midwest DJ Productions will be pumping out tunes all day, so grab a partner and get on the dance floor!
DONATIONS: We are collecting non-perishable food items for the Shalom Center, which serves Kenosha as the only homeless shelter, largest food pantry, and longest-running nightly meal program. Non-perishable food items are greatly appreciated, but not required for attendance. Please drop off items at the beer trailer.
Come on down to celebrate a day filled with beer, food, and fun! We can’t wait to celebrate Spooktoberfest with you!

Trick or Treat on 6th Avenue
2024-10-26 15:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Kenosha, 5601 7th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Trick or Treating in neighborhoods just aren’t the same anymore ,but don’t worry! Downtown Kenosha has your family covered this year! Saturday October 26th, from 3pm-5pm bring your little ones to trick or treat the safe way! We have over 30 participating businesses from 6th ave to 8th ave passing out candy to all your spooky goblins, roaring tigers and pretty fairies. We are so Excited to present our Annual Trick or Treating on 6th Avenue! Tell a friend, Pick out your costumes and get your wagons ready for a fun and great experience in your very own downtown area.
More details to come soon ..

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Book-o-Ween! Studio Moonfall’s 5-Year Shop-iversary and Guest Authors All October
2024-10-27 10:00 - 15:00 | Studio Moonfall, 5031 7th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Studio Moonfall’s brick’n’mortar shop is turning five, and we’re inviting you to scare up the good times! Throughout October, we’re hosting a series of guest author events leading up to our grand finale, Book-o-Ween, on Sunday, October 27th, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This spooktacular day will feature a host of local authors, books, tacos, and fun surprises!
Meet Our Guest Authors:
From October 2nd to October 26th, stop by the shop to meet incredible authors in person, get your books signed, and participate in Bookshop Bingo! Complete your Bingo card by attending author events for a chance to win amazing prizes, including a $50 gift certificate or the chance to choose the theme of our next coloring book!
And if you come in costume, you’ll be entered into the Halloween costume contest with voting from October 27th to 31st.
For more info on our guest authors, printable Bingo cards, and details on how to participate, visit www.BookoWeen.com
Author Event Schedule
• M.P. McDonald – 10/2 – 4-7pm
• Joe Campolo Jr. – 10/3 – 12-3pm
• Haley Valenta – 10/4 – 4-7pm
• Jessie Rose – 10/5 – 4-7pm
• Richelle Valentine – 10/6 – 12-3pm
• Kaitlyn Bolyard – 10/9 – 4-7pm
• Zee Lacson – 10/10 – 4-7pm
• T.R. Nickel – 10/11 – 4-7pm
• A.R. Grimes – 10/12 – 4-7pm
• B.C Taylor – 10/13 – – 12-3pm
• D. Lieber – 10/16 – 4-7pm
• Amy McNulty – 10/17 – 4-7pm
• R.E. Bunch – 10/18 – 4-7pm
• Mystery Author – 10/19 – 4-7pm
• Michelle Murray – 10/20 – 12-3pm
• Steve Tindall – 10/23 – 4-7pm
• Debbie Oas – 10/24 – 4-7pm
• S & E Black – 10/25 – 4-7pm
• Huckleberry Rahr – 10/26 – 4-7pm
• BOOK-O-WEEN – 10/27 – 10am-3pm
Book-o-Ween (October 27th)
To top it all off, don’t miss Book-o-Ween on Sunday, October 27th! Join us from 10am to 3pm for a day of books, fun, and festivities as we celebrate five years of Studio Moonfall. Grab a taco, meet your favorite authors, dig through thousands of $1 used books and comics, and help us get ready for another five years in Kenosha.
Thank you to everyone who has come to the bookshop us over the years. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Holiday Open House
2024-11-08 18:00 - 20:00 | Lulu Birds, 5716 6th Ave, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Come kick off the Holiday season by exploring our beautiful old world shop and all the magic holds inside.
Enjoy complimentary refreshments while you shop.
We also have an amazing raffle that will help you kick off your holiday shopping! Make a $20 or purchase and you’ll be entered to win!

Workshop: Smoked Bread Basket
2024-11-09 10:30 - 15:30 | Kenosha Public Museum, 5500 1st Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
This basket starts with a wood base. The sides are triple twined with smoked and natural round reed to create a spiral pattern up the side of the basket. All supplies included in workshop price.

Workshop: Feather Printed Tea Towel
2024-11-13 18:30 - 20:30 | Kenosha Public Museum, 5500 1st Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Make your mark on some tea towels with this creative printing process. Learn some tips and tricks for using stencils and printing feathers on tea-dyed towels. These towels make a great hostess gift for Thanksgiving dinner or a lovely gift for yourself. No experience needed. All supplies included in workshop price.

Pancake Breakfast & Craft Fair
2024-11-16 08:00 - 15:00 | Harborside Academy, 57th Street, Kenosha, Wisconsin, 53140, United States
Pancake Breakfast & Craft Fair including orchestral performance & Santa! Presented by Harborside Academy – 913 57th Street
Breakfast & Santa – 8:00 AM -11:00 AM
Craft Fair -8:00 AM to 3:00 PM

*This is a FREE event with Donations Appreciated*

Meet & Greet with Sean Michael Malone
2024-11-16 12:00 - 15:00 | Blue House Books, 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, 53142, United States
Have a child who loves pictures and history? Then “The ABCs of Battle” is the book for your family! Come check out this amazing book full of amazing illustrations and poems that is perfect for young readers, and that history buffs of any age will enjoy!
Author Sean Malone will be at Blue House Books on Saturday, November 16! Stop in from 12 to 3 p.m. to chat with Sean about his latest book and grab a signed copy.
ABOUT THE BOOK
Come along on a global tour and a ‘tour de force’ of twenty-six battles of world history! Experience an alphabetical excursion that spans 2500 years and features over twenty civilizations. This book of short poems is meant to be a fun way to review the ABCs and offer a little learning for the reader!
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Sean Michael Malone lives in Waukesha with his wife Athena, his three daughters, and his Shetland Sheepdog, Simonsen. He has previously published the Lovecraftian novels “Spring City Terror” and “Ocean’s Grave”. “The ABCs of Battle” is his first book for early readers and taps into his passion for military history that began with “Age of Empires II” on the PC. He continues to write fiction inspired by both history and myth. For more, visit his author website at seanmaloneauthor.com.
