# Event Details

- **Event Name**: State of the Downtown and Achievement Awards
- **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 26 Jan, 2026 at 05:30 pm – Mon, 26 Jan, 2026 at 07:30 pm
- **Event Description**: Join Us for an Evening of Celebration and Inspiration

The Downtown Racine Corporation invites you to the State of the Downtown & Achievement Award Presentation on Monday, January 26, at 5:30 p.m. at the Red Onion Café (555 Main St.).

Discover the exciting progress in downtown Racine as we unveil the State of the Downtown address, highlighting transformative business developments, capital enhancements, and plans for 2026. Celebrate the spirit of our community as we honor the Downtown Achievement Award winners of 2025, recognizing outstanding contributions to our vibrant downtown.

Enjoy complimentary drinks and appetizers while connecting with neighbors and friends. Hear from Kelly Kruse (DRC Executive Director), Austin Schultz (DRC Board Chairman), and Andrew Dodge (BID Chairman) as they share their vision and gratitude for Racine's trailblazers and dreamers.

Last year's winners set the bar high.  Award winners (2024)  were as follows: 
The 2024 Achievement Award winners were:
●	Downtown Showcase Award: 5K Events and Festival Park
●	Corporate Citizenship Award: Bruce Pepich
●	Best New Small Business Award: George’s Encore
●	Downtown Champion Award: Megan Petersen
●	CPR Award: Breakwater 233
●	6th Street Standout: Over Our Head Players
●	Decades of Dedication: Dimple Navratil
 

This free event is open to all. RSVP today at events@racinedowntown.com to secure your spot!

Let’s celebrate Racine’s growth, achievements, and the exciting future ahead. Don’t miss it!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/racine/state-of-the-downtown-and-achievement-awards/200029386376718
- **Event Categories**: festivals, business
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 14

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Racine
- **state**: WI
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Red Onion Cafe
- **lat**: 42.72765
- **long**: -87.78231
- **full address**: Red Onion Cafe, 555 S Main St, Racine, WI 53403-1000, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: State of the Downtown and Achievement Awards
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/383a985bc8941ab35d5a0c9ed5afea6acb11ff4be2362c8750d80d84799cbede-rimg-w1200-h675-dcf58f58-gmir?v=1768869944

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is State of the Downtown and Achievement Awards being held?
  - **A:** State of the Downtown and Achievement Awards takes place on Mon, 26 Jan, 2026 at 05:30 pm to Mon, 26 Jan, 2026 at 07:30 pm at Red Onion Cafe, 555 S Main St, Racine, WI 53403-1000, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing State of the Downtown and Achievement Awards?
  - **A:** State of the Downtown and Achievement Awards is organized by Downtown Racine.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** State of the Downtown and Achievement Awards is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Racine, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If State of the Downtown and Achievement Awards sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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