Racine & Me: Margarita Fest & Cardboard Boat Race with Racine Zoo
RACINE, WI (CBS 58) -- Beth Heidorn, Cassie Sanchez and Scott Floyd join us to talk about fun upcoming events at the Racine Zoo and the Cardboard Boat Race!
Racine Zoo’s Centennial Celebration
Wednesday, July 5, 2023
10am - 10pm
Join us in celebrating Racine Zoo's 100th anniversary! From morning 'til night, this special occasion will be filled to the brim with fun activities for all ages! Includes: ice cream social, animal chats, live music by Blackwater Band and J. Ryan Trio, face painting, live entertainment (magician & stilt walking), crafts & games, bounce houses, Zoo Choo train rides ($3/person, 2 years & younger: free with paid adult), and food & drinks available for purchase. PLUS! an exciting grand finale of fireworks at 9pm!
Early bird tickets: $9/person online. At the Door: Zoo Members: Free, 2 years and younger: Free, Adults: $11, Seniors (62 years and older): $10, Children (15 years and younger): $9
Saturday, July 8, 2023
1pm - 4pm
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 8+ amazing margaritas and grab a bite to eat! Food is included with tickets! Additional drinks will be available for purchase. Must be 21 or older to attend. Proceeds benefit the animals and programs at Racine Zoo. General Admission: $40, Non-drinking Admission: $25.
36th Annual Animal Crackers Concert Series
See award-winning artists and connect with friends and family at the Zoo's annual concert series happening in July and August! Grab your folding chairs and enjoy some amazing music along the lakefront! Doors open at 5:30pm, shows begin at 7pm. Individual tickets are $30 online and $40 at the door. Season tickets are $90.
Wednesday, July 12, 2023Terrance Simien & The Zydeco ExperienceWednesday, July 26, 2023Mindi AbairWednesday, August 9, 2023Lil' Ed & The Blues ImperialsWednesday, August 23, 2023Steely Dane
Thursday, July 20
5pm – 10pm
Sit back, relax, and indulge in a gourmet steak dinner and premium cigars along the beautiful lakefront while supporting Racine Zoo! Tickets include hors d'oeuvres, animal ambassador encounter, dinner, pack of premium cigars, live and silent auctions, and more! Plus, meet the founder/owner/manufacturer of Tabanero cigars Yanko Maceda and meet one of Yanko’s cigar rollers, Yoelvis Martin Perez! Must RSVP by Monday, July 17. Tickets are $120 per person. Must be 21 or older to attend
Racine Cardboard Boat Race - Racine Zoo
Saturday, August 5, 2023
8pm - 5pm
Harbor Lite Yacht Club
Build your own boat for the Racine Cardboard Boat Race while supporting Racine Zoo! We are excited to be the featured nonprofit for this event. Show off your boat building skills and creativity with a friendly race against family, friends, and other businesses. Live music, great food, cash prizes, and more! The Zoo will have an Animal Booth there, so be sure to come say "hi"!