Racine & Me: Fourth Fest in Racine returns!

 

RACINE, WI (CBS 58) -- Cari Greving from Real Racine joined us in studio to talk about all the fun coming up in town, including a huge Independence Day celebration! 

Fourth Fest in Racine will have a parade, fireworks and a pre-party on July 3. 

Racine's 4th of July parade is like no other! The streets come alive with red, white and blue - we are the Midwest's largest! Parade participants are encouraged to keep with our theme as they parade down Main Street along the 2.6 mile parade route. Spectators will see all their favorites - horses, antique cars, our community's popular Iwo Jima presentation, servicemen and servicewomen, marching bands, colorful floats, dance troupes, school groups, politicians, and other dignitaries -- more than 100 units in all!

The City of Burlington's Fireman's Dance is returning. If you don't have any 4th of July plans. Come down and see us at: The City of Burlington Fireman's Dance When: July 4th Sunday Where: Echo Park- Burlington WI Time: 2:00pm Band: Twin Rivers Band 5pm-9:30pm There will be food & drinks throughout the day, and live music by Twin Rivers Band in the evening. Bring cash! Plus you can see the fireworks from the park. It’s going to be a good time and the weather should be perfect! Hope to see you there! Event Sponsored By: City of Burlington Fire Department. 

Margarita Fest at the Zoo promises adult fun! The event takes place on Saturday, July 9, 2022 | 1PM – 4PM

You bring a friend, and we'll bring the limes⁠—it's margarita time! Cool off on a hot summer day the right way with a margarita in hand, listening to Johnny Russler & The Beach Bum Band along the beautiful lakefront. Sample the best margaritas Racine has to offer from each participating competitor and vote on your favorite. At the end of the fest, we will reveal the crowd favorite and winner for best presentation. Food and additional drinks will be available for purchase.
Competitors so far:

Amos Los Tacos
Doundrins Distilling
Finest Call
Gary's Premium Cocktails
On the Rocks Cocktails
Marcis on Main
Pub on Wisconsin
Ranch Water
Tres Agaves
Zing Zang

Yoga with alpacas will bring something new to your workout! 

Have you heard of ‘Goat Yoga’ or ‘Dog Yoga?’ What about Yoga with Alpacas? This one-of-a kind event is returning to Eco-J for the summer months. During these Saturday sessions, led by Chloe Wright, participants will lay their mat on the alpaca pasture and staff will introduce the alpacas. Participants will have a chance to take a selfie with the alpacas, then practice meditation as the alpacas wander around the practice space. Registration is required. You may register here. 

Location: 7133 Michna Road, Eco-Justice Center, WI
Phone:4145873114
Time:9:00 AM to 9:45 AM
Price:20