Proudly Made in Kenosha mural in Downtown Kenosha

Visit Kenosha Tourism Week Free Days May 3-9

Who wants something FREE??? Visit Kenosha and some of its partners are offering Tourism Week Free Days, as a way to celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week. Each May, seven days are designated as National Travel and Tourism Week by the U.S. Travel Association. In 2026, the week is recognized…

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Experience the Gift of Kenosha

The article and photos were provided by Dick Ellis, publisher of On Wisconsin Outdoors. With a 24-hour visit or so to Kenosha, based around golfing, Dick and Lori Ellis visited other attractions as well in September 2025. Whirlwind trip will call these visitors back for more! With so much to…

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Exploring Kenosha One Golf Course at a Time

The article and photos were provided by Dick Ellis, publisher of On Wisconsin Outdoors. With so much to see and do in this far southeastern Wisconsin city, and just one day to do it, what would we do first in Kenosha? Golf, of course. It’s what we do in Waukesha County (in Wisconsin) when work…

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See You At The Dirt Track Races

In this interview for the 2026 Kenosha Area Visitors Guide, we learn more about Wilmot Raceway, which is located at the Kenosha County Fairgrounds. The 76th season of auto racing starts May 2, 2026. Other events are also held at the track and camping is available on-site. Meet Jenny Hesse, Kenosha…

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Break for Lunch at The Cafe At The Stella

Lunching out in Kenosha during retirement can be a full-time job. So many places and so much time. It’s perfect. The Café at The Stella is a great spot if you’ve got some downtown business or shopping to do and need a respite and light lunch. Nestled inside The Stella Hotel & Ballroom, the Café has…

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Spend the Day at the Market(s)

Are you looking to find locally sourced goods? To meet the farmers and makers who supply the products? To find great deals, socialize, hear live music, and find incredible art? We have a market for you!! Several, in fact! Note: 2026 information is listed. Jump to: Farmers Markets | Art Market | Flea…

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Easter Meals and Egg Hunts in Kenosha

Even if the weather hasn’t warmed, the meteorological calendar says Spring is here. Easter is just around the corner, and before we know it – we’ll see more sunshine and flowers. With Easter falling early, you might be struggling to fill baskets and prepare for family dinner. Let us help you with…

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Sampling Author Events at Local Bookstore

I’m enjoying reading more for pleasure in retirement. My Kindle told me I read 59 books in 2025. That’s pretty good. I’m a follower of Blue House Books (BHB) and have always been curious about their community events. I’m not a bibliophile though and have been intimidated in general by book clubs…

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Drive-Ins and Drive-Thrus in Kenosha

Nestled between Chicago and Milwaukee, the Kenosha Area has long been a drive-in destination for vacations, weekend getaways, convenient business travel, and more. With a legacy rooted in 20th-century auto manufacturing, it’s not surprising that locally owned restaurants here lean into the drive-in…

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