Submarine Races

Festival Park Announces Inaugural Submarine Race

Festival Park - 5 fifth Street, Racine, WI 53403

“We’re going to the lake and watch the submarine races!”

Racine, WI  – This Valentine’s Day,  Festival Park wants couples to save the date for a unique and exciting community event! Festival Park is thrilled to announce the inaugural Submarine Race, taking place on April 1st.

"This is an event for the whole community to enjoy," says Patrick Flynn, General Manager at Festival Park. "We welcome everyone, young and old to come down to the lake and watch the submarine races.  We wanted to bring back this beloved tradition and create a fun and memorable experience for everyone. If the cops come by with a flashlight and ask what you thought you were doing, the traditional response is "We're watching the submarine races, Officer."  Don’t worry, We’ll ask the police to be forgiving for the day, but doing so comes at your own risk.”  Feel free to share your Submarine race love story on our Facebook Page http://www,Facebook.com/Submarineraces

Event Highlights:

• Free Parking & Swag Bags: Arrive after 6 PM and receive a FREE Swag Bag filled with goodies, including a cool windshield blocker, Bumper sticker, and a commemorative T-shirt.
• Pre-Race Festivities:
• Enjoy live music and specialty cocktails featuring Lake Effect Vodka and Ocean Spray at Festival Hall from 6pm to 8:30pm
• Enjoy a special Surf and Turf dinner for two presented by the Corner House starting at 5pm (Reservation required in advance)
• Take advantage of a dedicated viewing in the Green Room at Festival Park overlooking the lake.
• Thrilling Races: Witness the excitement of the submarine races, a truly unique and captivating spectacle.
• Convenient Accommodations: Special hotel rates are available at Hotel Verdant and the DoubleTree by Hilton for those who wish to enjoy the event from their lakeside hotel rooms.

"Submarine Racing is so much more interesting than football," exclaims Stacy Van Oost, Executive Director at Festival Park. "It's a truly unique and exciting event that we're thrilled to bring back to the community."

Event Details:

• Date: April 1st
• Time:
• Festival Park Open: 6:00 PM
• Races Begin: Dusk starting at Festival Park, past Reefpoint Marina up to Wind Point Lighthouse and back.
• Submarine Race Finals: 9:45 PM
• Event Concludes: 10:00 PM
• Location: Festival Park, Racine, WI
• Free Parking: Available at Festival Hall, Reefpoint Marina, and Shoops Park in Wind Point

Join us for an unforgettable evening of fun, excitement, and community spirit at the Inaugural Submarine Race Festival!