Go Downtown Kenosha

Open Mic Night w/ Spirit Shakers at 58 Below
2025-02-17 20:00 - 23:00, 2025-02-10 20:00 - 23:00 (America/Chicago) | 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.

Allocated Whiskey Tasting at The Apis - LIMITED ENGAGEMENT
2025-02-16 14:30 - 16:00 | The Apis Hotel and Restaurant, 614 56th Street, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Join us on Sunday, February 16th for an allocated whiskey tasting with some special selections from the famed Buffalo Trace Distillery!
This matinée event will include a guided tasting of selected expressions from the Buffalo Trace “herd”, along with a small plate of snacks from The Apis Culinary Team. Come learn about some of these rare and reserve offerings!
Anticipated selections include:
• Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
• Stagg Barrel Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
• E.H. Taylor, Jr. Straight Kentucky Rye Whiskey Bottled-in-Bond
• Elmer T. Lee Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
• Blanton’s Straight from the Barrel Cask Strength Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
This event features a facilitated tasting from 2:30p – 4:00p. Seating for this event is limited. No entry will be allowed without advanced ticket purchase.
Questions? Send us a message at events@attheapis.com

Bingo at 58 Below
2025-02-16 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-02-09 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.

High Tea at Latibule
2025-02-16 11:30 - 13:00 | Latibule, 4906 7th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Enjoy a charming atmosphere in our boutique while sipping your tea . A three tiered tray filled with sweet and savory delights await you. Select your tea from our tea butler. Choose from our exclusive collection of delicious tea. Wear your fanciest hat or wear one of ours. We can’t wait to see you. Pre registration is required. LatibuleWisconsin.com

Mimosa Sunday - bottomless Mimosas
2025-02-16 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
2025-02-16 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

LIVE MUSIC AT UNION PARK TAVERN
2025-02-15 20:00 - 22:00, 2025-02-14 20:00 - 22:00, 2025-02-13 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
2025-02-15 20:00 - 21:30, 2025-02-14 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.

Love Songs With Besty Ade, Ben Mulwana and Katie Todd
2025-02-15 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-02-14 20:00 - 22:00 | The White Lilac, 5029 6th Ave, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
TWO SHOWS:
February 14th at 8pm
February 15th at 6:30pm
at White Lilac
Ben Mulwana is a Ugandan-born and raised artist residing in Wisconsin. With songs about love, loss and everything in between, Ben’s band project “Ben Mulwana and the Village” is made of a groovy, rock and soulful sound from a group of amazing musicians.
Born and raised in Chicago, IL, Katie Todd started studying classical piano when she was 4 years old. Now she’s shared the stage with such music luminaries as Sarah McLachlan, Patti LaBelle, Steve Winwood, as Margot And The Nuclear So And So’s.
Katie has made 4 full-length original music studio albums and has released her first children’s album called “AMINALs”
Betsy Ade has been the lead singer of Betsy Ade & the Well-Known Strangers (BAWKS) since 2015. Members include, Katie Todd (piano, keyboards, vocals), Joe Adamek (guitars), John Kulas (bass guitar), Scott Fox (percussion) and Ryan Andersen (cello), BAAWKS has released 5 CD’s including a full-length album, several EPs, and is finishing their 2nd full length album “DAWN”.
Betsy was a Top 24 Contestant on NBC’s “The Voice”, where she had the rare opportunity to work with 3 different coaches, including; John Legend, Kelly Clarkson, and Adam Levine.
BAWKS toured Scotland & England including several performances in the Tiree Music Festival. Other venues include Mile of Music in Appleton, WI., The Melissa Etheridge Cruise, and Summerfest.

Blanket Knitting Class at Latibule
2025-02-15 16:00 - 20:00 | Latibule, 4906 7th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Beginner friendly hand knitting class. In this step by step class you’ll learn how to make your own knitted chenille blanket. Class is approximately 3-4 hours long. You’ll make and take your finished blanket. Pre registration is required. LatibuleWisconsin.com

Galentine's DayPop-Up with Desert Sage
2025-02-15 12:00 - 15:00 | Sallese & Co., 709 56th Street, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Celebrate with your besties and check out a new local business!
Sallese & Company & Desert Sage Church & Market
Get matching permanent jewelry and customize a Trucker hat with Destyni, owner of Desert Sage.
Complimentary mimosa bar and 10% off retail with Sallese & Company.
Receive a drink chip from our neighbors at Church & Market with every purchase made from Sallese & Company or Desert Sage! Then carry on your Galentines Day festivities right next door after our event!

Em's Dance Center Open Gym
2025-02-14 18:00 - 20:30 | Em’s Dance Center, 5711 6th Ave, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Open gym -February 14th 6:00 pm -8:30 pm. 10$ for members/ 15$ for public. 6-15 years of age 14
3 rooms, endless fun Karaoke/ Dance party, Acro/Routine room.
Supervised open play. Cash only

Valentines Day Perfume/Cologne Making Class at Latibule
2025-02-14 18:00 - 19:30 | Latibule, 4906 7th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
You will learn how to create your own unique fragrance. Our scent bar is exclusive to Latibule. You will blend top, heart and base notes together to make the perfect perfume or cologne. You will take home a 1 ounce premium phthalate free fragrance.
Enjoy complimentary champagne while you make your fragrance.
Pre registration is required for this 2 hour experience. LatibuleWisconsin.com

Meet the Author - Sharon K. Angelici
2025-02-14 16:00 - 19:00 | Studio Moonfall, 5031 7th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Meet the Author!
Visit us on Friday, February 14, 2025 at Studio Moonfall from 4pm to 7pm to meet Fantasy & Contemporary Romance Author, Sharon K. Angelici.
Hang out at the shop and take a peek inside their book, Behind the Eyes:
Theirs was a love story for the ages: Rasabel, the captain of the guard living a life devoted to duty and honor. And Isolde, the woman of the territory hungry for more than society’s requirements of a lady.
In a world of swords and arrows, love was indefensible against obsession, lust and a cruel curse. For years, they searched for an end to their torment. When the alarm bells of Acadia ring, Rasabel goes home, but she is unwelcome. Determined to seek revenge her path collides with Bylyn, a young thief on the run from the executioner’s axe. Their meeting entangles their lives forever. Can Rasabel and Isolde find hope in the hands of a girl who will do anything to keep her freedom?
Powerful women lead this cast of characters on a journey toward Happily Ever After. Enjoy this historical romance loaded with passion, obsession, lies and betrayal in a time of sword fights and fated love. Behind the Eyes is the sapphic LadyHawke retelling you’ve thirsted for.
Get a sneak peek at Behind the Eyes at https://studiomoonfall.com/authoralley/sharon-k-angelici/
See you from 4pm to 7pm on Friday, February 14, 2025 at Studio Moonfall, 5031 7th Avenue with Sharon K. Angelici!

Galentines Day Celebration at Latibule
2025-02-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Latibule, 4906 7th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Join us for a special Galentines Day celebration! Enjoy a glass of wine, chocolate from a local chocolatier, and a guided canvas painting class. Don’t miss out on this unique and fun experience!

Xtreme Bar Bingo at Kenosha Tap House
2025-02-13 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!

Xtreme Bar Bingo at The Boathouse Pub & Eatery
2025-02-12 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!

LET'S CALL HER BARBIE: Renee Rosen in conversation with Melanie Benjamin
2025-02-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Blue House Books, 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, 53142, United States
She was only eleven-and-a-half inches tall, but she would change the world. Barbie is born in this bold new novel by “USA Today” bestselling author Renée Rosen.
Join Renee Rosen at Blue House Books on Wednesday, February 12th at 7 p.m. to celebrate her newest historical fiction novel, “Let’s Call Her Barbie”! Renee will be discussing her book with fellow Midwest author Melanie Benjamin (“The Children’s Blizzard”), where she will go into detail about her research into American’s feminist icon, answer questions from the audience, and sign books!
This event is free, but registration is required. Get all the details and RSVP here: https://www.blue-house-books.com/events/1603520250212
About “LET’S CALL HER BARBIE”:
When Ruth Handler walks into the boardroom of the toy company she co-founded and pitches her idea for a doll unlike any other, she knows what she’s setting in motion. It might just take the world a moment to catch up.
In 1956, the only dolls on the market for little girls let them pretend to be mothers. Ruth’s vision for a doll shaped like a grown woman and outfitted in an enviable wardrobe will let them dream they can be anything.
As Ruth assembles her team of creative rebels—head engineer Jack Ryan who hides his deepest secrets behind his genius and designers Charlotte Johnson and Stevie Klein, whose hopes and dreams rest on the success of Barbie’s fashion—she knows they’re working against a ticking clock to get this wild idea off the ground.
In the decades to come—through soaring heights and devastating personal lows, public scandals and private tensions— each of them will have to decide how tightly to hold on to their creation. Because Barbie has never been just a doll—she’s a legacy.
About RENEE ROSEN:
Renee Rosen is a “USA Today” bestselling author. Her novels include “Let’s Call Her Barbie”, “Fifth Avenue Glamour Girl”, “The Social Graces” and “Park Avenue Summer” as well as others. Her books have been translated into over a dozen languages. She lives in Chicago and is currently working on a new novel. To learn more, visit her website at www.reneerosen.com
About “THE CHILDREN’S BLIZZARD”:
The morning of January 12, 1888, was unusually mild, following a punishing cold spell. It was warm enough for the homesteaders of the Dakota Territory to venture out again, and for their children to return to school without their heavy coats—leaving them unprepared when disaster struck. At the hour when most prairie schools were letting out for the day, a terrifying, fast-moving blizzard blew in without warning. Schoolteachers as young as sixteen were suddenly faced with life and death decisions: Keep the children inside, to risk freezing to death when fuel ran out, or send them home, praying they wouldn’t get lost in the storm?
Based on actual oral histories of survivors, this gripping novel follows the stories of Raina and Gerda Olsen, two sisters, both schoolteachers—one becomes a hero of the storm and the other finds herself ostracized in the aftermath. It’s also the story of Anette Pedersen, a servant girl whose miraculous survival serves as a turning point in her life and touches the heart of Gavin Woodson, a newspaperman seeking redemption. It was Woodson and others like him who wrote the embellished news stories that lured northern European immigrants across the sea to settle a pitiless land. Boosters needed them to settle territories into states, and they didn’t care what lies they told these families to get them there—or whose land it originally was.
At its heart, this is a story of courage, of children forced to grow up too soon, tied to the land because of their parents’ choices. It is a story of love taking root in the hard prairie ground, and of families being torn asunder by a ferocious storm that is little remembered today—because so many of its victims were immigrants to this country.
About MELANIE BENJAMIN:
Melanie Benjamin is the author of the “New York Times” and “USA Today” bestselling historical novels “The Swans of Fifth Avenue”, about Truman Capote and his society swans, “The Aviator’s Wife”, a novel about Anne Morrow Lindbergh, and “The Children’s Blizzard”, a gripping tale of survival and forgiveness amidst a devastating, real-life blizzard that hit the Great Plains on the afternoon of January 12, 1888. Other historical novels include “The Autobiography of Mrs. Tom Thumb”, “The Girls in the Picture”, “Mistress of the Ritz” and “California Golden”. She lives in Chicago.

Valentine’s *Week* Specials
2025-02-12 15:00 - 2025-02-16 18:00 | Hold My Beer, 621 56th Street, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
If you’re like us, there’s a time and place for fancy dinners, but mostly we just want to have fun. Our Valentine’s specials are the perfect excuse to let loose and have a great date night to celebrate each other. It’s available for 5 days so you can make something work for your schedule. Better yet, click here to book now and make it look like you’re being all proactive!
*Not valid with any other offers or coupons*

Tuesday Open Mic at Rustic Road Brewing Company
2025-02-11 20:00 - 23:00 | Rustic Road Brewing Company, 5706 Sixth Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Join us every FIRST Tuesday of the month from 8:00-11:00 pm for Open Mic Night upstairs in the Loft! Follow the colorful lights up the stairs to our performance space which includes a full back line – drum kit, bass & guitar with amps.
All mules & Miss B’s signature drink The Miss AB’s Tea (muddled citrus with Bacardi limon and ginger beer) are $8.00 ONLY on Open Mic Night
Taco Tuesday means $2.00 Tacos ($3.00 Vegetarian Tacos)
Kitchen Hours:
Taproom Full Menu until 9:00 pm
Upstairs Full Menu until 9:00 pm + Taco Orders from 9:00-10:00 pm

Blind Date with a Book
2025-02-11 08:00 - 2025-02-18 17:00 | Blue House Books, 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, 53142, United States
Stop in from February 11th to February 18th and take your chance on a mystery date! Books are wrapped so you can’t see what they are, and you’re provided only a vague description to make your decision. You never know, you may just end up with your new favorite book!
Blind Date books will be available for shopping every day from Tuesday, February 11th to Tuesday, February 18th during normal store hours: Tuesday to Friday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday to Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Love is in the Air - A Boozy Book Fair
2025-02-10 17:00 - 20:00 | Tavern on 6th, 5712 6th Ave, Kenosha, 53140, United States
All You Need is Love–and books and booze and chocolate! Calling all bookworms and romantics! Join us for a special Boozy Book Fair on Monday, February 10th as part of a week-long celebration of love at Tavern on 6th!Here’s what you can expect: Browse a curated selection of books by Blue House Books, your local downtown Kenosha bookstore, featuring both romantic reads and captivating stories for every taste. We will also have our Blind Date with a Book and a special Deluxe Package option to go with!Treat yourself or sweetie to decadent booze-infused chocolates by Sara’s Infusion Chocolates – the perfect sweet (and boozy!) treat for Valentine’s Day or any day!Whether you’re single, taken, or just love a good book (and chocolate!), this event is for you. Don’t miss out!

The Speak Free Experience with Nico Moore At White Lilac
2025-02-09 16:00 - 18:00, 2025-02-09 12:00 - 14:00 | The White Lilac, 5029 6th Ave, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Nico Moore is a poet, spoken word artist, hip hop artist, musician, fashion designer, and educator, Who also goes by the name Speak Free when sharing art. Nico was born in Racine and Raised in Kenosha, Nico is the visionary behind More Love up cycled clothing and art movement.
Nico has become a well established artist in the greater Midwest, Milwaukee, Minneapolis, and Indiana, and most recently has been able to travel to other parts of the county sharing creative expression.
Nico has hosted countless open mics, organized events, and facilitated community conversations, been an performing arts instructor, recruiter and mentor for education youth college tours, is a peace ambassador with peace learning circle of Kenosha, and above all a devoted and loving father and son. And now grateful to be able to serve the community as the Poet Laureate of Kenosha county for the next two years.
2 shows on 2/9/25 noon & 4pm
