Kenosha Restaurant Week is coming up fast: February 21-March 1, 2026! This year there are over 80 participating restaurants and food/beverage shops with 15 venues that will be brand new to this event. Restaurant Week is one of my favorite events in Kenosha and I have put together some of my…
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It’s a new year and that means it’s time to plan what annual events you want to be in town for! Here’s a sampling of what you shouldn’t miss: 1. Snow Daze Festival: February 7, 2026 The Snow Daze Festival is February 7 (Snow Daze was rescheduled from January 24 due to expected extreme and dangerous…
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Step to the head of the class—because shopping at Cool School Antique Mall is always in style. This vintage-filled former schoolhouse isn’t just a lesson in local history—it’s recess for antique lovers. With hallways lined with treasures and stories in every corner, Cool School earns straight A’s…
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Kenosha County is well-known for its lakefront charm and vibrant downtown, but just a short drive west you’ll discover a quieter kind of magic. Tucked along rolling farmland on the north side of Kenosha County, Paris Deer Park offers visitors an unforgettable chance to hand-feed reindeer, mule deer…
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When the air gets crisp and the leaves turn golden, Kenosha, Wisconsin becomes a hidden gem for fall lovers. Nestled on the shores of Lake Michigan, this Harbor Town offers a unique blend of scenic beauty, local charm, and seasonal festivities. Whether you're a leaf-peeper, foodie, or history buff…
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September means it’s Oktoberfest season in the Kenosha Area. Beer gardens and lakefront parks are among the venues to find these German-themed celebrations full of food, drink, live music, and fun activities/competitions. The events are family-friendly and admission is free! Here are the Oktoberfest…
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Check Back For 2026 Labor Day Weekend Ideas! Until then, use our website to find #KenoshaFun! 1. Climb a Lighthouse. The 1866 Southport Lighthouse and its accompanying maritime museum are open Thursday-Sunday. Southport Light Station Museum Details> 2. Are you thinking Giant Jenga, Bocce…
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Find current Kenosha County Fair information - once it's available - on the Visit Kenosha Events Calendar HERE> “Let The Good Times Grow” is the theme for this year’s Kenosha County Fair, which takes place August 13-17. My family has been going to this fair for years; it’s one of our favorite…
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I don’t know about you, but when the weather is warm and the days are longer, I want to do all the outside things. Kenosha beer gardens offer the perfect setting for just that! Here is one local’s guide to the beer gardens and breweries in our area. Petrifying Springs Biergarten Nestled in the…
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Strawberries and sweet corn are summer staples – and we are so fortunate to be able to source both at local farms! For a limited time only – starting in mid-June and going into July – you can pick your own strawberries at Thompson Farm. If you’ve never done this, it’s a memorable farm experience…
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