Racine & Me: HarborFest Returns to Racine After 17-Year Hiatus

RACINE, Wis. (CBS 58) -- A beloved lakeside tradition is making a long-awaited comeback.

After a 17-year break, HarborFest is returning to Racine’s Festival Hall Park on June 13–14, 2025—revived by a group of three local businessmen with deep ties to the community and a shared love of music, food, and giving back.

Originally held for over 15 years, HarborFest featured national, regional, and local acts but came to a halt in 2007 due to financial setbacks and bad weather. Now, it’s back as a nonprofit event, with a portion of the net proceeds going to Racine County Food Bank and Veterans Outreach of Wisconsin.

HarborFest 2025 is a music and food festival built to celebrate Wisconsin culture, diversity, and community spirit. Here’s what attendees can look forward to:

• Two full days of music across two stages

• Regional headliners like Bella Cain and Feels Like the First Time (a Foreigner tribute band)

• A mix of rock, blues, and rising local talent

• A curated lineup of Wisconsin food favorites, including:

  • Charcoal Grill

  • Derango Pizza

  • Food trucks offering Mexican, Asian, BBQ, burgers, hot dogs, Italian beef, shaved ice, and more

• A selection of $7 adult beverages courtesy of Coors Light, the event’s presenting sponsor

• Vendors selling Wisconsin-themed merchandise

Festival Hall Park, Racine, WI
June 13 — 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM
June 14 — Noon to 11:00 PM

Tickets:

• $8 in advance

• $10 day-of

• VIP Tickets: $75 (includes food, drinks, VIP viewing areas, and lounge access – only 50 per day)
  Tickets available via the HarborFest website or participating local businesses

With just weeks to go, HarborFest is still seeking volunteers to help with:

• Ticket and beverage sales

• Beverage service

• Cleanup crews

• Restroom monitors

If you’d like to help, contact the team at by calling: 262-880-5908 or email [email protected]