Brace yourselves for Blues, Brews and BBQ themed First Friday event on July 5, from 4 pm to 9 pm. First Fridays was recently awarded best retail event in the state by WEDC, and brings thousands of community members and tourists together for a themed celebration each month.
Internation blues performer Stephen Hull Experience will be the featured band on Monument Square from 5:30-8:30pm. Crosswalk Park will have TRW from 5:00 – 6:00 and Sonic Excuse from 6:00 – 7:00 (Acoustic Classic Rock).
BBQ will be available for purchase at Monument Square, Reefpoint Brew House, George’s Encore and Vero International Cuisine.
Free Brew samples will be available at Littleport Brewing, Only Real Estate, Dimple’s Imports, Vapemeisters, RG Natural Babies, 6th & Chaos, Gold Diamond & Design, Artists Gallery, and Photographic Design Studio
Live music will be pulsating throughout downtown at The Nash, Brickhouse, The Ivanhoe, Marci’s on Main, Reefpoint Brew House, Chartroom, and Uncorkt. This isn’t merely an event; it’s a jubilant celebration of our tight-knit community, our rich culture, and the resounding spirit that defines Downtown Racine.
Merchants, restaurants, and bars are not just opening doors; they’re rolling out the red carpet, curating a shopping and dining extravaganza that transcends the ordinary.
Kelly Kruse, Executive Director of the DRC, expressed enthusiasm about the series: “We are incredibly proud to have grown First Fridays significantly, capturing a statewide award and celebrating another summer with a free event that brings the community together.”
Parking is conveniently available at the Lake Avenue Ramp (300 Lake Avenue), Civic Centre Ramp (501 Lake Avenue), and the McMynn Ramp (120 7th Street) or Shoop (Main & State) for an all-day rate of only $3.50.
