It is already the middle of November and I still feel like it should be July. As a child, people would say the quote, “careful, you’ll blink and years will have gone by,” and I truly didn’t understand it. Now, as an adult, I can appreciate that quote more.

To me, quality time spent with myself or others means the most to me. This weekend in Racine County, there’s things to do that can fill your time in a meaningful way. Check out what is happening…

November 13

Racine Video Presents: Short Film Night at Over Our Head Players/6th Street Theater, 318 6th Street, on November 13 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. and offers something to do for people ages 16 and up.

This event features the work of local filmmakers and their work. It gives the community the chance to engage with local filmmakers too. There will be a Q&A following the showing.

Get tickets before they are gone online.

Accessibility note: I have never been to this location. I am unsure what contents will be shown and if it could be triggering visually or hearing wise to individuals with disabilities. However, online it shares that the location is wheelchair accessible.

November 14

Downtown Racine Holiday Parade and Tree-Lighting Ceremony is happening this Saturday, November 14, 2026. Can you believe its already time for the holidays?

Details are as follows:

Caroling kicks off at 4:30 p.m. before the parade.

Parade steps off at 5:30 p.m. and will make its way from State Street and Main Street, down Main Street, and will turn onto Sixth Street. Following the parade will be a tree lighting event on Monument Square. There will also be fireworks. This will take place around 6:50 p.m. according to the Downtown Racine Corporation.

Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus will be visiting from the North Pole too.

Accessibility: This will be a crowded and busy event. The streets are paved but could pose some mobility challenges or accessibility issues if using an assistive device like a walker or wheelchair. Fireworks may be triggering for those with sensitivity to sound or mental health conditions. If attending, prepare with ear plugs or headphones. Bathroom availability is unknown for this event. Parking suggestion from DRC includes: Park at the Lake Avenue Ramp (300 Lake Avenue), Civic Centre Ramp (501 Lake Avenue), or Shoop Ramp (State & Main) for just $4 all day.

All weekend long

• Racine Art Museum has various classes and exhibits happening, accessibility varies for both locations and dependent on what your needs are.
• The Green Bay Packers play the Vikings this Sunday at noon. Visit a local bar and grill to support local and watch the game. Each business meets different accessibility needs.
• Racine Theater Guild has their showing of Angel Street (Gaslight) this weekend for the last weekend. Find information online. Accessibility notes are available here.