The Racine Zoo turns 100 this year and will have a big celebration on July 5. From morning 'til night, this special occasion will be filled to the brim with fun activities for all ages!

The celebration includes an ice cream social, animal chats, live music by Blackwater Band and J. Ryan Trio, face painting, live entertainment with a magician and stilt walking, crafts and games, bounce houses, Zoo Choo Express train rides, food and drinks for purchase, and an exciting grand finale!

On June 2, Secretary of the Interior, Debra Haaland, announced the designation of the Fabulous Fox! Water Trail into the National Park Service's National Water Trails System.

The Fox River starts in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, and flows for approximately 200 miles to the confluence of the Illinois River in Ottawa, Illinois. Part of the river is known as the Fabulous Fox! Water Trail, which provides for many different recreation opportunities, includes three state parks, and intersects with many land-based trail systems.

Up, up and away! Waterford Balloonfest is a celebration of the joys of flying and features an eclectic mix of hot air balloons.

This fun-filled, family-friendly event will be held July 15 at Waterford Town Park. The festivities include helicopter rides, drone races, a craft fair, kids fun zone, tethered balloon rides, and a balloon night glow. There will be live music, food and drinks, and local vendors.

The 4th annual Taco Fest of Racine at the Franksville Craft Beer Garden is July 22. This event will again feature some of the area's favorite taco trucks and taco restaurants for a one-day celebration of everything taco.

This event is FREE to attend and will feature live music all day. There will be chips and salsa, more than 20 craft beers on tap, margaritas, wine, and other beverages.

This is a big one! Come check out the incredible competition at North Beach on July 29-30. The Junior Volleyball Association is hosting it's Midwest Beach Championship, bringing in the best teams to play on our sand. There will be a DJ, food and drink at the Beachside Oasis, and hopefully some fantastic weather. The event is FREE for spectators.

Find a relaxing atmosphere at Fairfield Inn Racine. This Marriott-brand hotel offers modern guest rooms and suites, complimentary breakfast and parking, and fitness facilities including a 24-hour fitness center and indoor pool.

Conveniently located near North Beach on Lake Michigan and corporate businesses such as SC Johnson and Modine Manufacturing Company, Fairfield Inn Racine is a great place for both business and leisure travelers. Your comfort and well-being are their top priority!