Go Downtown Kenosha

Xtreme Bar Bingo at The Boathouse Pub & Eatery
2026-01-07 20:00 - 22:00, 2025-12-31 20:00 - 22:00 (America/Chicago) | 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!

The Traveling Trunk: Interactive Story Time with Lisa!
2026-01-06 10:30 - 11:30 | Blue House Books, 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, 53142, United States
Bring your kiddos to Blue House Books for a fun-filled story time with Lisa from the Traveling Trunk on the first Tuesday of every month!
Lisa starts by reading a children’s picture book, followed by music and dancing, and finishes the event with a crafting activity. This is a fully engaged story time event with our favorite storyteller, Lisa. Perfect for kids of all ages!
For the January story time, Lisa will be reading “The Snowy Nap” by Jan Brett and doing a snowflake crafting activity!
This event is free, but it does require registration through Miss Lisa’s Facebook page. Registration opens Sunday, January 4th, and Miss Lisa’s events fill up very quickly, so be sure to look out for her announcement for our event on January 6th!
When arriving for the story time, please enter through Blue House Books’ event space, located at 5922 6th Ave.

First Tuesday Open Mic at 58 Below
2026-01-06 08:00 - 23:00 | 58 Below, 504 58th Street, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Hey you: your first Tuesday open mic nights are shifting over to your favorite underground bar in downtown Kenosha – 58 Below! I’ll have a full drum kit on stage & PA system! (Yes we can plug in your “aux” for tracks!)
8-11 pm we will be downstairs flooding the stage with all the groovy sounds you don’t wanna miss out on! I’ll play drums for you if you want it! I also play the trumpet if you want a jam! 3 songs or 15 minutes per performer! Grab a drink or some food from the bar while you enjoy!

Open Mic Night w/ Spirit Shakers at 58 Below
2026-01-05 20:00 - 23:00, 2025-12-29 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.

THE MR. & MRS. MISTAKE: Brighton Walsh in conversation with Cara Tanamachi
2026-01-05 18:30 - 20:30 | Blue House Books, 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, 53142, United States
Kick off the new year in the best way possible, with an author event with our cherished local romance author, Brighton Walsh! Brighton’s newest release, “The Mr. & Mrs. Mistake” has all our favorite romance tropes: enemies-to-lovers, brother’s best friend, marriage of convenience, only one bed, forced proximity, black cat and golden retriever, and so much more! It’s another kick-your-feet-and-giggle romance story that is sure to be your new favorite.
Join Brighton at Blue House Books on Monday, January 5th, at 6:30 p.m., where she will be discussing the latest installment in the Steele Brothers of Starlight Cove series with fellow romance author, Cara Tanamachi, answering questions from the audience, and signing books!
Come celebrate with this fabulous local author and grab a signed copy!
This event requires a $5 reservation deposit. Get all the details here: https://www.blue-house-books.com/events/4092520260105
About THE MR. & MRS. MISTAKE:
My best friend’s little sister has been getting under my skin for decades. She’s my lifelong nemesis and now-apparently—my wife.
When Willa Jameson stumbled into my bar drunk, heartbroken, and desperate to save her family farm, I offered to marry her. For “convenience.”
Which is hilarious, because nothing about my attraction to this hurricane with hips has ever been convenient.
Now we’re sharing a roof, a bed, and a potential felony thanks to our fake marriage.
It’s supposed to be a favor between not-quite-friends- but-not-quite-enemies. Then our late-night arguments turn into practice make out sessions.
But according to her, that changes absolutely nothing between us.
No matter how many lines we draw, we keep crossing them—in the kitchen, on the porch, in the tiny bed that’s become both heaven and hell.
And the woman who swears she hates me starts looking at me like I might be exactly what she needs.
She calls me her temporary husband. I call her my daily torture, because every day we play house, it feels less like pretending and more like home.
When this ends, I don’t know how I’m going to forget what it felt like to call her mine. So either I walk away with her, or I don’t walk away at all.
About BRIGHTON WALSH:
Award-winning “USA Today” and “Wall Street Journal” bestselling author Brighton Walsh spent a decade as a professional photographer before taking her storytelling in a different direction and reconnecting with her first love —writing. She likes her books how she likes her tea—steamy and satisfying—and adores strong-willed heroines and the protective heroes who fall head over heels for them.
Throughout her twelve years as a published author, Brighton’s written more than 40 romances, some of which have earned starred reviews from “Library Journal” and “Booklist”, with one of her novels named among “Booklist’s” top 101 romances of the past decade. Her work has been featured in “Women’s Health” and “Publishers Weekly”, among other publications.
Brighton lives along the shores of Lake Michigan with her real-life hero of a husband, her two kids—both taller than her—and her dog who thinks she’s a queen. Her boy-filled house is the setting for dirty socks galore, frequent dance parties (okay, so it’s mostly her, by herself, while her children look on in horror), and more laughter than she thought possible.
About THE TAKEOVER:
Sometimes, when you ask the universe for your soulmate, you wind up with your hate mate instead.
On Nami’s 30th birthday, she’s reminded at every turn that her life isn’t what she planned. She’s always excelled at everything – until now. Her fiancé blew up their engagement. Her pride and joy, the tech company she helped to found, is about to lose funding. And her sister, Sora, is getting married to the man of her dreams, Jack, and instead of being happy for her, as she knows she ought to be, she’s fighting off jealousy.
Frustrated with her life, she makes a wish on a birthday candle to find her soulmate. Instead, the universe delivers her hate mate, Nami’s old high school nemesis, Jae Lee, the most popular kid from high school, who also narrowly beat her out for valedictorian. More than a decade later, Jae is still as effortlessly cool, charming, and stylish as ever, and, to make matters worse, is planning a hostile take-over of her start-up. Cue: sharp elbows and even sharper banter as the two go head-to-head to see who’ll win this time. But when their rivalry ignites a different kind of passion, Nami starts to realize that it’s not just her company that’s in danger of being taken over, but her heart as well.
“Readers will cheer on this pair of sparring hearts.” – “Publishers Weekly” (Starred Review)
About CARA TANAMACHI:
Cara Tanamachi is the “USA Today” bestselling author of “The Takeover”, and the Diverse Writer and Readers’ International award-winner, “The Second You’re Single”. She also writes under the name Cara Lockwood, authoring 40 books, including “I Do (But I Don’t)”, which became an original Lifetime Movie. She also wrote the novelization of “The Dater’s Handbook”, a Hallmark movie starring Meghan Markle.
She’s a mom, stepmom, and dog-mom, and lives near Chicago with her husband and blended family. Her next book, a rom-com murder mystery called, “Kiss, Marry, Kill”, will be published by Hachette/Grand Central Publishing the summer 2026. You can find out more about her at https://caratheauthor.com/!

Bingo at 58 Below
2026-01-04 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-28 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.

Mimosa Sunday - bottomless Mimosas
2026-01-04 11:00 - 14:00, 2025-12-28 11:00 - 14:00 | Fec’s Place, 5523 6th Avenue, Kenosha, 53140, United States
Mimosa Sunday at Fec’s Place! Every Sunday Bottomless Mimosas from 11AM – 2PM

Sunday Brunch Buffet at The 1844 Table & Mash
2026-01-04 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-12-28 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

Kids Throw Free
2026-01-04 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-28 08:00 - 17:00 | Hold My Beer, 621 56th Street, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Bring your kiddos 10-17 years old in to throw for FREE with each paying adult (1:1) every Sunday!

LIVE MUSIC AT UNION PARK TAVERN
2026-01-03 20:00 - 22:00, 2026-01-02 20:00 - 22:00, 2026-01-01 20:00 - 22:00, 2025-12-27 20:00 - 22:00, 2025-12-26 20:00 - 22:00 | 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)

Comedy Shows at Kenosha Comedy Club
2026-01-03 20:00 - 21:30, 2026-01-02 20:00 - 21:30, 2025-12-27 20:00 - 21:30, 2025-12-26 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.

Vintage & Vino
2026-01-01 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!

Xtreme Bar Bingo at Kenosha Tap House
2026-01-01 18:00 - 20:00 | Kenosha Tap House, 125 56th St, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Totally free to play and the chance to win big prizes! Starts at 6pm every Thursday!

Flight Club - at Hold My Beer Kenosha
2026-01-01 15:00 - 22:00 | Hold My Beer, 621 56th Street, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Join us for Flight Club! Come try a curated selection of drinks to discover new favorites and broaden your palette. There’s a new theme every week, and we go beyond beer to cocktails, liquors, and more!

New Year’s Eve Bash
2025-12-31 19:00 - 2026-01-01 00:00 | Elan Event Venue, 720 58th Street, Kenosha, 53140, United States
✨ DIAMONDS & DISCO – NEW YEAR’S EVE AT ELAN EVENTS ✨
Wednesday, December 31st | Doors Open at 7:00 PM
Get ready to shine, sparkle, and dance your way into 2026! 💎✨
Join us at Elan Events for an unforgettable Diamonds & Disco themed New Year’s celebration.
🎉 Your Night Includes:
• Decadent Appetizers by Tina’s Catering & Late Night Bites
• Fabulous New Year’s Props & Party Vibes
• Balloon Drop at Midnight
• Glam Photo Booth Area 📸
• Champagne Toast to ring in 2026 🍾
• Dessert Bar
• Cozy Coffee Station ☕
• And so much more!
Dress to impress… sequins, sparkle, diamonds or full-on disco glam encouraged! 🪩💫
Limited tickets available — once they’re gone, they’re gone!
✨ Let’s welcome the new year in style. ✨
Tickets Below or in description ⬇️
Ticket with food- CLICK HERE
Ticket without food-CLICK HERE

BREWERY TOURS
2025-12-27 13:00 - 15:00 | Public Brewing Company, 58th Street, Kenosha, Wisconsin, 53140, United States
Public Brewing Company is a premiere destination craft brewery located in the historic Barden building in beautiful Downtown Kenosha.
We are the ONLY brewery in the area to offer brewery tours. We offer a behind-the-scenes look at our operations while also providing an entertaining experience you won’t soon forget!
Our tours are limited to 20 people to help ensure an intimate jaunt through our production spaces. Kenosha is paramount to our business, so prepare for rich history, pop culture, and plenty of pride in our community. A mid-tour beer pour is guaranteed on every tour so show up thirsty!
Kids and families are welcome on the tour but at their own discretion. Kids 12 and under do not require a ticket but must remain next to their family at all tour stops. All patrons on premise must be 21+ with valid, unexpired ID. Anyone under 21 must always be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian
