April 2026

A Big Cheese Medal awaits you on April 25 in Kenosha, Wisconsin – just for finishing the Wisconsin Marathon, Half Marathon, or 5K! Whether you visit us this spring to race along Lake Michigan, tackle our list of 101 Things to See & Do in the Kenosha Area for $10 & Under (Many are FREE!), watch dirt track races, have a bird’s eye view as you traverse through the treetops, or swing for that elusive hole-in-one, we welcome you.

NEW SPRING/SUMMER FUN 101

Discover – and/or re-discover – what affordable adventures await in the Kenosha Area! Our FUN 101 list is part events calendar and part seasonal activity guide with some recreation spots, attractions, and landmarks included. It’s a great resource to use with the 2026 Kenosha Area Visitors Guide as you plan your visit.

BOUNDLESS FUN

April 11 is the season opener for Boundless Adventures, which is a six-acre, eco-friendly, outdoor aerial adventure park. Whether you’re at the beginner level and set out to conquer 12 elements at 10 feet elevation or you’re an expert ready for an adrenaline rush at 30 to 40 feet elevation, have fun in the trees!

GOLF FORE FUN

Dick Ellis, publisher of On Wisconsin Outdoors, visited Kenosha last September with his wife and group of friends to experience two of our golf courses: Washington Park Municipal Golf Course and Petrifying Springs Golf Course. He shares their experience on our blog.

SEE YOU AT THE RACES

May 2, the 76th season of auto racing starts at Wilmot Raceway. The 3/8-mile clay oval dirt track at the Kenosha County Fairgrounds offers thrilling races from May through September. Be sure to get loaded fries from the concession stand and a pit pass to hang out with the drivers!