The 4th Fest of Greater Racine hosted the 85th Annual 4th of July parade in Downtown Racine. Racine residents gathered to celebrate on July 5, 2021. Favorite floats and parade entries took the streets of Racine to celebrate Independence day. Among the entries were crowd favorites such as Miss Racine 2021, Sophia Karegeannes and newly […]
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Racine County Independence Day Roundup 2021
It’s that time of year again, Racine County! Time for cookouts, sparklers, and patriotic wearables. Independence Day celebrations are ramping up. Here’s what’s going on in our lovely County.
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4th Fest of Greater Racine Announces Parade Honors
RACINE- For the 2021 Independence Day celebration, the 4th Fest of Greater Racine is honoring a few well-deserving, and well known, community members. You can watch for their units in the parade which steps off at 9 a.m. on Monday, July 5, following the pre-parade which starts at 8:45 a.m. The 4th Fest Board of […]
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4th of July in Racine County
Racine’s 4th of July parade route Racine County knows how to party on the 4th of July. Whether you’re looking to attend a parade or catch a firework show, this county has you covered. COVID-19 put a damper on the festivities last year, but now the fun is back on for another year. You don’t […]
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Enter Now! Racine’s Independence Day House Decorating Contest
RACINE – Entries are now being accepted for the 4th Fest of Greater Racine’s 2021 House Decorating Contest as part of the communities Independence Day celebration. Any resident in Racine can dress up their house with bunting, banners, flags, stars, and stripes to paint the whole city red, white and blue. The registration deadline is […]
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Come On Down! July 3 Block Party at Monument Square
RACINE – 4th Fest of Greater Racine invites the community to its annual Block Party from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, July 3 at Monument Square in Downtown Racine. This family-friendly event is a kick-off to Racine’s Independence Day celebration, including the 2021 4th Fest Parade on Monday, July 5. The block party features music […]
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4th Fest Parade To Be Smaller; Taking Slightly Longer Route
RACINE – The Racine 4th Fest Parade will look slightly different for 2021, but the tradition will carry on, organizers said Wednesday. Carrying the theme “United We Stand,” the parade is planned to step off at 9 a.m. on Monday, July 5. The date follows a long-standing agreement that when July 4 falls on a […]
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Racine 4th Fest Parade, Fireworks Are A Go
RACINE – The Racine 4th Fest Parade and fireworks are on for this year. The annual event is planned for Monday, July 5 because July 4 falls on a Sunday. 4th Fest of Greater Racine Inc., the organization that stages the event, plans to make an announcement with details for parade unit entries on Tuesday. […]
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2020 4th Fest of Greater Racine Parade
The 4th Fest of Greater Racine is one of the biggest celebrations that Racine has to offer. The event took place, in a unique fashion, this year. The parade made its way through the town for Racine residents to see from the comfort of their homes. The parade ended at about noon in the Festival […]
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4th of July 2020
The 4th of July is this weekend and there are a lot of ways you can celebrate. This holiday is known for extravagant parades, family parties, and fireworks. Some events may be canceled due to COVID19, but still the community has come together to put on some fun activities, for you to enjoy. Check out […]
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4th of July fireworks and parades in Racine County
The 4th of July festivities will look different this year due to COVID19. The Racine County community gets creative this year with festivities. Check out what’s happening below. 1. 4th Fest of Greater Racine A famous tradition – the 4th Fest of Greater Racine – is one the largest parade in the midwest. Volunteers came […]
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Video: Racine July 4 Parade 2018
A warm sun beat down upon Main Street, but that didn’t stop thousands of people from attending the 4th Fest of Greater Racine Parade. As bands passed by, people sang patriotic songs. They stood up, took their hats off and clapped as military groups passed by them. And large floats featuring storybook themes reminded them […]
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Fireworks, celebrations and parades set for July 3 and July 4
Planning your July 4 activities? Check out our 4th of July guide for all of the parades, picnics, and fireworks shows. Burlington Fourth of July Celebration and Fireman’s Dance Celebrate the Fourth in Burlington’s Echo Park, 595 Milwaukee Ave., starting at 2 p.m. Baggo tournament, live music by the Lunch Money Bullies (7 to 10:30 […]
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4th Fest Seeking Nominations for Spirit of Racine Award
Press Release from 4th Fest of Greater Racine Inc The 4th Fest of Greater Racine is accepting nominations for a new award in honor of Mark “Mr. Racine” Eickhorst called the Spirit of Racine Award. Mark “Mr. Racine” Eickhorst was a strong supporter of the 4th Fest and a fixture in the Racine community for years. He […]
