For the 20th consecutive year, the Downtown Racine Corporation has unveiled a public art project in Downtown Racine. This year’s project featured Bistro tables and chairs. 25 artists were selected to adorn the table sets with their creativity. 25 sets are scattered through Downtown. Similar to last year’s public art project that featured flowerpots, there […]
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Downtown Racine Receives National Accreditation
RACINE – Downtown Racine Corp. (DRC) has been designated as an accredited Main Street program for meeting the rigorous performance standards of Main Street America. “We are proud to recognize this year’s 889 nationally accredited Main Street programs that have worked tirelessly to advance economic vitality and quality of life in their downtowns and commercial […]
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Events, Food & Drinks, Things To Do
Seltzer Beer Stroll Set for June 19
By now I’ve bet you’ve heard of White Claws, but did you know that there’s other seltzer beers to try. Now is your chance to try and get involved in the Racine community. If you loved the Wine Walk, you’ll be sure to love this upcoming event. The Downtown Racine Corporation is hosting their first […]
Downtown Racine Wine Walks
The Downtown Racine Corporation will be hosting Wine Walks on May 1 and 8, 2021 with two sessions available on each date to ensure smaller crowd sizes (1 p.m. – 4 p.m. and 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.). Enjoy the change of seasons in beautiful downtown by sampling 20 delicious wines poured at 20 participating […]
Downtown Racine Wine Walks
The Downtown Racine Corporation will be hosting Wine Walks on May 1 and 8 with two sessions available on each date to ensure smaller crowd sizes (1 p.m.- 4 p.m. and 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.). Enjoy the change of seasons in beautiful downtown by sampling 20 delicious wines poured at 20 participating businesses. Tickets […]
Posted inBusiness Spotlight
Business Spotlight: Classic Violins
Classic Violins, 403 Main St., is new to the Racine area, but not to serving Southeastern Wisconsin. This specialty shop rents, sells, repairs, and restores string instruments including violins, violas, and cellos. Classic Violins is also serving musicians at their locations in Mundelein, Illinois, and Kenosha, Wisconsin. A soft opening was held at the Downtown […]
St. Patty Pub Crawl
RACINE –The Downtown Racine Corporation’s inaugural St. Patty Pub Crawl will be Saturday, March 13 from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Embrace Irish traditions with good friends and fun times in beautiful Downtown Racine. Enjoy green beer, corn beef and cabbage, live music, Irish drink specials, and more throughout the day at 17 participating locations. […]
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DRC Celebrates 2020 Silver Linings and Those Who Made a Difference
DOWNTOWNTOWN RACINE- During Downtown Racine Corporation’s Annual State of the Downtown and Achievement Award Presentation on Thurs., Feb. 25 more than 50 people gathered via Zoom to celebrate the silver linings from 2020, recognize those who made a difference, and look ahead to 2021. “We are extremely proud of our accomplishments this year and the […]
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Downtown Racine Achievement Award Nominations
DOWNTOWN RACINE – Celebrate Downtown Racine at the Downtown Racine Corporation’s State of the Downtown and Achievement Award presentation on Thursday, February 25 at 9 a.m. via Zoom. The presentation agenda will consist of the State of the Downtown address and the announcement of 2020’s Downtown Achievement winners. Some of the highlights during the address […]
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Downtown Racine Publishes Online Valentine’s Gift Guide
RACINE – Downtown Racine has created a new way to shop and support local businesses for Valentine’s Day via an online gift guide at RacineDowntown.com/downtown-gift-guide/. The website is a collaborative effort created by Downtown Racine Corporation and The Journal Times. Visitors of the site can view 65 gift ideas, all from local businesses in Downtown […]
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Downtown Achievement Award Nominations Needed
The Downtown Racine Corporation is now accepting nominations for the 2020 Achievement Awards in which individuals, businesses, or organizations are recognized for their contribution to the vitality of downtown during the past year. Nominations are being accepted for the following categories: Downtown Showcase Award – An exciting event, person, or organization that has helped attract […]
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Downtown Racine in 2020: ‘Intense Challenges Faced’
RACINE – Downtown Racine Corp. (DRC) this week reported a few silver linings amid a 2020 that was dominated by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Downtown business development and promotional organization summarized its accomplishments in its 2020 Review. “Despite the intense challenges we faced, we were able to pivot and provide major resources to the Downtown […]
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Downtown Racine publishes Online Gift Guide
RACINE – Downtown Racine has created a new way to shop and support local businesses via an online gift guide at RacineDowntown.com/downtown-gift-guide/. The website is a collaborative effort created by Downtown Racine Corporation and The Journal Times. Visitors of the site can view 60 gift ideas, all from local businesses in Downtown Racine. In addition, […]
Posted inCelebrations
From Dixie cup to Downtown Racine’s Holiday Tree
The Holiday tree is now decorated and on display in Downtown Racine. The tree remains on the corner of 6th street in Monument Square. Along the shores of Lake Michigan, a green pine shines for all to see. It’s dazzling lights are hard to miss. The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic put a halt on the annual Racine […]
Posted inCity Hall, Government, Local news
Free Meter Parking Days are back In Downtown
RACINE – Free meter parking in Downtown Racine is back for the holidays in 2020. The City of Racine and the Downtown Racine Corporation have teamed up to coordinate free meter parking on the following Saturdays: November 28 (Small Business Saturday), December 5, December 12 (Kris Kringle Tour and Open House), and December 19. This […]
