HAIRSPRAY
2025-05-17 19:30 - 22:30, 2025-05-18 14:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | LAKESIDE PLAYERS, INC. AT THE RHODE CENTER FOR THE ARTS, 514 56th Street, Kenosha, 53140, United States
🎶 You can’t stop the beat! 🎶
Get ready to dance your heart out with Hairspray the Musical — the big, bold, and beautiful Broadway hit that’s bursting with laughter, love, and irresistible rhythm! Follow Tracy Turnblad, a girl with big dreams (and even bigger hair), as she fights for equality, follows her heart, and shakes up 1960s Baltimore one dance at a time. With catchy tunes, dazzling choreography, and a whole lot of heart, Hairspray is the feel-good show of the season!
Don’t miss your chance to join the party — because in Hairspray, everyone’s welcome on the dance floor! 💃🕺✨

Comedy Shows at Kenosha Comedy Club
2025-05-17 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.

Helen Money / Liminal Rites at White Lilac
2025-05-17 20:00 - 21:30 | The White Lilac, 5029 6th Ave, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Intense live music merging electric cello & guitar into cinematic, improvised soundscapes of noise, beauty, and dynamic sonic exploration.

LIVE MUSIC AT UNION PARK TAVERN
2025-05-17 20:00 - 22:00, 2025-05-22 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)

Coffee Tasting with East View Coffee Co.
2025-05-18 09:00 - 10:00 | East View Coffee Co., 716 58th Street, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Free Coffee! Grab some samples and talk coffee at our relaxed Sunday Coffee Tasting. Every week we’ll taste and learn something new.

Cold Brew Tasting
2025-05-18 09:00 - 10:00 | East View Coffee Co., 716 58th Street, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Come sip on some refreshing cold brew on May 18! Free entry, and free coffee – while talking about coffee – what could be a better morning?

Sunday Brunch Buffet at The 1844 Table & Mash
2025-05-18 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

COLOR OF KENOSHA ROCKS.
2025-05-18 10:00 - 15:00, 2025-05-19 10:00 - 15:00, 2025-05-20 10:00 - 15:00, 2025-05-21 10:00 - 15:00, 2025-05-22 10:00 - 15:00, 2025-05-23 10:00 - 15:00 | Studio Moonfall, 5031 7th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Want to be part of the 2025 Color of Kenosha coloring book?
Now’s your chance!
1. Paint a Rock – Explore Kenosha, find something you love, and paint it on a rock. Or just paint whatever inspires you! Need ideas? Check out the Kenosha Rocks Facebook group.
2. Drop it Off – Bring your painted rock to Studio Moonfall (5031 7th Ave.) by Sunday, May 25th at 3pm. We’ll photograph it for a chance to be featured in the 2025 edition of Color of Kenosha.
3. Get Featured – After the deadline, voting begins! If your rock is chosen, you’ll get:
• Your design reimagined as an illustration by local artist Donovan Scherer
• A free copy of the coloring book when it’s released this summer!
So grab your paints, get creative, and let your love for Kenosha shine!
Your art could become part of the Color of Kenosha coloring book series.
See you at Studio Moonfall!
** Submissions are open NOW! Disregard the starting date on the event page and start painting!!

Mimosa Sunday - bottomless Mimosas
2025-05-18 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

Bingo at 58 Below
2025-05-18 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.

Thibaud Boudignon (Loire, France) Wine Tasting & Masterclass at The Apis
2025-05-18 14:30 - 16:00 | The Apis Hotel and Restaurant, 614 56th Street, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Join us on Sunday, May 18th, for a very special wine tasting featuring some extremely rare and exciting wines from one of the most sought-after young producers in all of France — Thibaud Boudignon!
With us at The Apis to share the story of Thibaud and his wines is local wine expert Nathan Cox of Select Sellars.
Anticipated selections include:
• Thibaud Boudignon Rosé de Loire (750ml)• Thibaud Boudignon Anjou Blanc from Magnum (1.5L)• Thibaud Boudignon Savennières Clos de Fremine (750ml)• Thibaud Boudignon Savennières Clos de la Hutte (750ml)
This event features a facilitated tasting from 2:30p – 4:00p. Wines will be accompanied by small bites, courtesy of The Apis culinary team. Seating is available by advanced ticket purchase only, and all sampled wines will be available for pre-order on the day of the event. Tax & Gratuity calculated at checkout.
Questions? Send us a message at events@attheapis.com

Blue House Banned Book Club
2025-05-18 16:30 - 18:00 | Blue House Books, 5915 6th Avenue A, Kenosha, WI, 53142, United States
Welcome to the Banned Book Club, where we believe in the freedom to read!

Open Mic Night w/ Spirit Shakers at 58 Below
2025-05-19 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.

WINE DOWN WEDNESDAY
2025-05-21 11:00 - 23:00 | Boathouse Pub & Eatery, 4917 7th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
1/2 off all Bottles and $6 Flagship Wines by the Glass.

BEER BINGO at Public Brewing Company
2025-05-21 19:00 - 21:00 | Public Brewing Company, 58th Street, Kenosha, Wisconsin, 53140, United States
Join us for Beer Bingo every Wed from 7-9pm @ Public Brewing Company! We provide the bingo cards and markers, but bring your own daubers if you’d like!

Xtreme Bar Bingo at The Boathouse Pub & Eatery
2025-05-21 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!

Xtreme Bar Bingo at Kenosha Tap House
2025-05-22 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!

THE DEVIL THREE TIMES: Rickey Fayne in conversation with Cynthia Pelayo
2025-05-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Kenosha Public Library Southwest, 7979 38th ave, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
“A debut of enormous ambition” spanning eight generations of a Black family in West Tennessee as they are repeatedly visited by the Devil (Nathan Harris, New York Times bestselling author of The Sweetness of Water)
Join us at Southwest Library on May 22nd to hear from debut novelist Rickey Fayne about his novel, “The Devil Three Times”! Rickey will be discussing his book with Chicago author Cynthia Pelayo (“Vanishing Daughters”), answering questions from the audience, and signing books!
This event is free but you can guarantee your seat by registering at the button below and purchasing a copy of “The Devil Three Times” from Blue House Books.
About “The Devil Three Times”:
Yetunde awakens aboard a slave ship en route to the United States with the spirit of her dead sister as her only companion. Desperate to survive the hell that awaits her at their destination, Yetunde finds help in an unexpected form—the Devil himself. The Devil, seeking a way to reenter the pearly gates of heaven, decides to prove himself to an indifferent God by protecting Yetunde and granting her a piece of his supernatural power. In return, Yetunde makes an incredible sacrifice.
Their bargain extends far beyond Yetunde’s mortal lifespan. Over the next 175 years, the Devil visits Yetunde’s descendants in their darkest hour of need: Lucille, a conjure woman; Asa, who passes for white; Louis and Virgil, who risk becoming a twentieth-century Cain and Abel; Cassandra, who speaks to the dead; James, who struggles to make sense of the past while fighting to keep his family together; and many others. The Devil offers each of them his own version of salvation, all the while wondering: can he save himself, too?
Steeped in the spiritual traditions and oral history of the Black diaspora, “The Devil Three Times” is a baptism by fire and water, heralding a new voice in American fiction.
About the Rickey Fayne:
Rickey Fayne is a fiction writer from rural West Tennessee whose work has appeared in American Short Fiction, Guernica, The Sewanee Review, and The Kenyon Review, among other magazines. He holds an MA in English from Northwestern University and an MFA in Fiction from the Michener Center for Writers at the University of Texas. His writing embodies his Black, Southern upbringing in order to reimagine and honor his ancestors’ experiences.
About Cynthia Pelayo:
Cynthia Pelayo is a Bram Stoker Award winning and International Latino Book Award winning author and poet. Pelayo writes fairy tales that blend genre and explore concepts of grief, mourning, and cycles of violence.
She is the author of “Loteria”, “Poems of My Night”, “Into the Forest and All the Way Through”, “Children of Chicago”, “Crime Scene”, “The Shoemaker’s Magician”, “Forgotten Sisters”, as well as dozens of standalone short stories and poems.

Karaoke Thursdays at The Vault
2025-05-22 18:00 - 21:00 | The Vault, 625 57th Street, Kenosha, WI, 54130, United States
Karaoke every Thursday at The Vault 6-9pm

TRIVIA NIGHT
2025-05-22 19:00 - 22:00 | Public Brewing Company, 58th Street, Kenosha, Wisconsin, 53140, United States
​What: Original Public Trivia game hosted by Matt & Jay
​​Where: Public Brewing Company | 628 58th Street | Kenosha
​​When: Every Thursday from 7-9pm starting Thu Jan 16
​​Why: Because we know you miss the Public crew hosting trivia!

Opening Weekend!
2025-05-23 00:00 - 2025-05-26 00:00 | The Beach House at Simmons Island, 5001 Simmons Island Road, Kenosha, 53140, United States
The countdown to summer is on! The Beach House will be opening Memorial Day Weekend (May 23-26) for live music, tasty food, cold drinks, shopping, rentals, and our highly anticipated Friday Night Bonfires. Save the date and give yourself something to look forward to!

Theme Day: The 90's
2025-05-23 08:00 - 15:00 | East View Coffee Co., 716 58th Street, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Every month, East View will be hosting a theme day! This month’s theme? The 90’s!
We will be playing 90’s music, and the staff will bring their best 90’s looks! If you also come dressed up for the 90’s, you will get 10% off your order for the day!
See you then, and can’t wait to see your best 90’s fit!

Caterwaul Run with PBS, Vincas and NAW at White Lilac
2025-05-23 19:00 - 21:00 | The White Lilac, 5029 6th Ave, Kenosha, WI, 53140, United States
Caterwaul 2025 is a noisy rock fest in Minneapolis. Pulling into to the Lilac past & present acts Primitive Broadcast Service, Vincas & NAW.
