Party on the Pavement

 Get ready to mark your calendars and unleash the excitement on Saturday, September 21st for the 21st annual Party on the Pavement street festival, presented by the Downtown Racine Corporation! Brace yourself for a spectacular day of festivities that will transform over 12 blocks into a vibrant playground of live music, delectable food and drinks, thrilling street performances, shopping extravaganzas, and an array of games and rides for the entire family. The action kicks off at noon and keeps the energy soaring until 7:00 pm.

Admission to the Party on the Pavement grounds is not just free – it’s an invitation to immerse yourself in the heart of downtown, spanning Main Street from State Street to 7th Street, and the entirety of 6th Street from Lake Avenue to City Hall.

And if the prospect of 15,000+ attendees isn’t thrilling enough, get ready for some heart-stopping street performances! The Division BMX Stunt Team will be defying gravity on College Avenue and 6th Street with shows at 12:30 pm, 2:00 pm, 4:00 pm, and 5:30 pm. Meanwhile, the Sweatshop Movement, a Hip-Hop and breakdance group, will host jaw-dropping dance battles and performances all day at the corner of Wisconsin Avenue and 6th Street. Plus, Racine Wrestling will bring the action with multiple match-ups from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm and 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm on 6th Street in the Porter’s lot.

For the music aficionados, Party on the Pavement has become a Southeastern Wisconsin sensation, and this year is no exception. With five stages of live music scattered throughout downtown, you’ll be dancing through the streets all day long.

And let’s not forget the delectable international cuisine! Indulge your taste buds with an array of culinary delights from downtown restaurants and food vendors lining both 6th and Main Streets. Whether you’re craving Asian, Pakistani, Spanish, Italian, Mexican, Greek, Thai, Cajun, or American cuisines, the options are endless.

Before the festivities kick into high gear, be sure to join the adrenaline rush with the 4th annual Pound the Pavement 5k by 5Kevents.org! The run commences at Main St. and Sam Johnson Parkway promptly at 10 am. Pre-register at poundthepavement.5k.run.

And fret not about parking – we’ve got you covered! Find convenient spaces at the Lake Avenue Ramp (300 Lake Avenue), Civic Centre Ramp (501 Lake Avenue), and the McMynn Ramp (120 7th Street), all for an unbeatable rate of just $3.50 all day.Get ready to experience downtown like never before!