
Racine’s Festival Park unveils Bavarian Biergarten for Grand Re-Opening Festivities
RACINE, Wis. (WRJN) — Racine’s Festival Park on the lakefront is celebrating its grand re-opening with a Bavarian-themed Biergarten on May 17-18. The company organizing the event recently talked on The Don Rosen Show about their big plans to revitalize the area, which includes bringing back Salmon-A-Rama and other events.
Officials with 5KEvents say the two-day, family-friendly event starting tomorrow promises a taste of Germany and will feature of a taste of what’s to come this summer at the park.
Event details online show a lot being offered, including a wide selection of German and craft beers, hard ciders, sausages, pretzels and other classic Bavarian fare. The park setting will be transformed into a traditional Biergarten atmosphere.
Live music is a part of the celebration. On Friday, classic rock band Lynette and the Rock Daddies will perform. Saturday’s lineup includes jazz artists Warren Wiegratz and Mike DeRose from 3-5 p.m., followed by classic rock/blues group Mean Jake from 6-9 p.m.
Stein-hoisting contests are planned over the course of the two days, giving guests a chance to showcase their strength and stamina. Traditional German steins and beer boots will be available for purchase.
The Biergarten is a rain-or-shine event. Admission is free, but guests are encouraged to register in advance at FestivalPark.com using the promo code “Welcome2024”. If you do that, you have a chance to win door prizes.
The festival hours are 4-10 p.m. on Friday and 12-10 p.m. on Saturday at Festival Park, located at 5 Main St in Racine. Food and beverage will be available for purchase.

Stuart J. Wattles is Southeastern Wisconsin News Director and the voice of newscasts on WRJN and WAUK. Email him at [email protected].
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