Get ready for the biggest event of the year! Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 20th (12pm-7pm), and head downtown for the 22nd annual Party on the Pavement street festival. Voted the Best Event in Wisconsin by the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC), this festival is an absolute must-see. With over 12 blocks jam-packed with live music, over 40+ food trucks, mind-blowing street performances, shopping, games, and rides, there’s something for everyone in the family to enjoy. Festivities kick off at noon and continue through 7:00 pm, with free admission to the entire event. Party on the Pavement takes place downtown along Main Street and 6th Street.
Get ready for thrilling entertainment! The Division BMX Stunt Team will be soaring through the air with jaw-dropping tricks on College Avenue and 6th Street, with shows at 12:30 pm, 2:00 pm, and 4:00 pm. For dance lovers, the Sweatshop Movement will bring electrifying hip-hop and breakdance battles to the corner of Wisconsin Avenue and 6th Street throughout the day. Plus, try your hand at Disc Golf, check out the classic car show on Sam Johnson Parkway, and catch performances from Racine Gymnastics and the Senior Moments group! New this year on 6th & Park is a Mini-German Fest with live Bavarian music bratwurst, pretzels, and schnitzel, and German beers.
Zeigler Honda of Racine Stage – Monument Square
12:00 pm-2:00 pm – Lake Effect
2:30 pm-4:30 pm – Waiting for Eddie
5:00 pm-7:00 pm – Stephen Hull Experience
American Place Casino Stage – Main Street/State Street
12:00 pm-2:00 pm – Shameless Place
2:30 pm-4:30 pm – Identity Crisis
5:00 pm-7:00 pm – Full Flavor
Indian Motorcycle of Racine Stage – 522 6th Street
12:00 pm-3:00 pm – All The Kings Men (Elvis tribute)
3:30 pm-6:30 pm – Another Beginning
7:00 pm-9:00 pm – One Louder (80s)
Mexico Lindo Stage – 6th Street
12:00 pm-12:30 pm – La Perla Tapatia USA
1:00 pm-1:45 pm – Danza Quetzalcoatl
2:00 pm-4:00 pm – Mariachi Galleros de America (from Chicago)
5:00 pm -7:00 pm – Live Music
Pub on Wisconsin Stage – Wisconsin Avenue
12:00 pm-1:30 pm – DJ Johnnie G
1:30 pm-3:00 pm – DJ Switch
3:00 pm-5:00 pm – DJ Eleazar
5:00 pm-7:00 pm – DJ Devious (80s,90s mix)
German Fest Stage- Park Avenue
12:00 pm-3:00 pm: Steve Schultz Polka Band
12:30pm: Ceremonial Keg Tapping
2:00 pm and 3:00 pm: United Donauschwaben of Milwaukee, German dancing performances
Hungry? Indulge with over 40 food trucks!! With flavors ranging from Asian, Pakistani, and Mexican to Italian, Cajun, and Greek, there’s something to satisfy every craving. Whether you’re a foodie or just hungry for some great bites, this is the perfect chance to try something new!
Want to enjoy the festival VIP style? New this year VIP tickets are available for $40 and includes all day private parking, 6 beers, 6 wings, $20 in raffle vouchers, and welcome bag. Tickets available click here, or call the DRC office (to avoid online charges) at 262-634-6002
Kick off your day early with the 5th annual Pound the Pavement 5k hosted by 5Kevents.org. The race starts at 10:00 am at Main St. and Sam Johnson Parkway. Be sure to pre-register at:
poundthepavement.5k.run
Party on the Pavement is presented by Downtown Racine Corporation, S.C. Johnson, American Place Casino and Zeigler Honda of Racine
Major Sponsors include: Microsoft, Breakwater 233, Chick’fil-A Mount Pleasant, Johnson Financial, Hotel Verdant, Gruber Law, Visit Racine County, Miller Lite
Sponsors include: Tight Seal Exteriors, Insinkerator, Realty One Group Boardwalk, Racine Dental Group, Visit Mt. Pleasant, Renewal by Anderson, All Energy Solar, Molina, Buckets Pub 2nd Round, Ed’s Taste of Soul, Little Cottage Confectionary, All Energy Solar, Ollie Sips. Advance Care Specialists, Women’s Resource Center, E.C. Styberg, Tri-City National Bank, and Molina
Friends of Party on the Pavement: Reefpoint Marina, Landmark Title
Don’t miss out on the most exciting street festival of the year! We’ll see you downtown for an unforgettable day of fun, food, and entertainment at Party on the Pavement!