Beloit Farmers' Market

Saturdays, May 4- October 26, 2024

8 am - 1 pm

300 block of State, 400 block of E. Grand

Shop in a wonderful open-air market in the heart of historic Downtown Beloit. An award-winning community tradition spanning almost 50 years, with vendors selling local produce, organics, baked goods, honey, jams & jellies, herbs, bedding plants, meat, eggs & cheese, fresh flowers, artisan crafts, scents & skin care. “Meet me at State & Grand!”

Our market gladly accepts SNAP and WIC! The market will be held rain or shine. No pets allowed.

SSM Health is continuing their partnership with the Beloit farmers' market to support their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) program. 

This partnership will provide an additional $15 to SNAP users a month, on top of their pre-existing benefits. People can then exchange this for market tokens to pay vendors with for EBT-approved food products.

Questions while you are at the market? Stop at our Information Booth, located at the intersection of State and Grand

For more information

Fridays in the Park

Fridays, May 24 - September 20, 2024

11:30 am - 1:30 pm

First National Bank & Trust Co- Plaza

Lunch! It's one of the top things to do in Beloit, WI...in our humble opinion!

Come lunch with us! Tasty selections served by downtown eateries. Lunch and a refreshing drink for only $10! 

Full schedule coming soon!

Downtown Beloit Coupon Book

Making shopping experiences even better with money saving coupons and a scavenger hunt! These books are available to purchase for $10 at the following businesses (see below) and good thru 2024.

Coupon books can be purchased at:

Downtown Beloit Association, 557 E. Grand Ave.

Nest Egg, 816 E. Grand Ave.

Pizzazz Gift & Apparel Boutique, 313 State St.

Stateline Mental Health Services, 540 E. Grand Ave.

Tin Dog Records, 312 State St., Suite B.

Walnut Creek Apparel & Gifts, 408 E. Grand Ave.

Walnut Creek Awards & Promotions, 400 E. Grand Ave.

Downtown Beloit Gift Cards

Looking for a special gift, but don't know what to buy? Give one of our Downtown Beloit Gift Cards good at all of our downtown businesses.

Stop by our office, 557 E. Grand Avenue to pick one up today, fee free now through the end of June.

Downtown Upper Floor Housing Grant

Funding is now available to create additional housing units in downtown Beloit while preserving economic vitality and the historic culture of our community. This program provides funding for downtown property owners to create housing space in the upper floors of eligible structures.

This Downtown Beloit Association (DBA) program provides grant funding towards a percentage of the project and requires a match.

For more information

Live Music!

5BAR

Corgi-Karaoke, Wednesdays, 9 pm

Friday, May 3, 7 pm

Jazz Trio

Friday, May 3, 9 pm

Live Stand Up Comedy

CheezHead Brewing

Wednesday, May 1, 6 pm

Bill Conway

Friday, May 3, 7 pm

Nick & Friends Music

Tuesday, May 7

Tin Dog Records, DJing The Tunes

Grand Avenue Pub

Wednesdays, 6:30 pm

Line Dancing w/Jen

Thursdays, 8 pm

Karaoke

Mondays, 7 pm

Blue Mondays

Merrill & Houston's Steak Joint

Friday, May 3, 7:30 pm

Live Music Fridays! with Paul Hieser

Truk't

Thursday, May 3, 6 pm

Tacos, Tequila & Tunes with Brian Matteson

BIFF Year Round

BIFF Year Round is back with a special evening dedicated to films created right here in Beloit or by Beloiters. These movies not only showcase the beauty of our city but also highlight the incredible talent that emerges when our community comes together.

Wednesday, May 1, 6:30 pm

Beloit College Powerhouse, Weissburg Auditorium, 850 Pleasant St.

Festival Darling & Afterglow

Ticket Information:

·    Adults: $10

·    Students/Kids: $5

·    FREE for film society members and Beloit College students

·    Tickets will be available at the door. 

Beloit Art Center

May Exhibits

The Beloit Art Center is pleased to present Full Circle, New Art* Old Friends.

Gallery Reception, Friday, May 3, 5 - 7 pm.

Discover the vibrant artwork of Lynda Wallis and Lois Hoveke in the Sveum Gallery for our First Friday Exhibition. Friends since childhood, they've spent years immersed in their shared love for plants and art. Having a gallery show together decades after becoming friends in 4th grade is something neither of them saw coming - they’re both delighted.

We’re thrilled to welcome Paul Lindquist to the Bell Gallery this May. Paul, known for his stunning nature photography, has has expanded into capturing portraits of loved ones and sporting events.

Beloit Art Center Gallery & Gift Shop Hours:

Monday | 10 am - 2 pm

Tuesday - Friday | 10 am - 5 pm

Saturday | 10 am - 2 pm

The galleries are free and open to the public. www.beloitartcenter.com

Downtown She Shop Hop

Several women owned local businesses have teamed up to offer a DOWNTOWN SHE SHOP HOP for your Mother's Day Shopping!

On Friday, May 3rd and Saturday, May 4th from 10am-3pm, grab some friends and come to Downtown Beloit to do some shopping.

You will receive a punch card at the first shop that you visit and must visit all 5 businesses and spend a total of $100 between the 5 locations to be entered to win $100 in gift cards! (All of these great businesses will have in store specials for this event so be sure and check out their Facebook pages).

At your last stop, show them your receipts totaling $100 or more, leave the card with them after filling out your name and phone number for your chance to WIN! (5 winners will be drawn on Monday) Participating businesses are:

The Villager Gallery & Frame Shop

Walnut Creek Apparel & Gifts

Chic & Unique

Pizzazz Gift & Apparel Boutique

Bath & Body Fusion

For more information

Break The Stigma

The Forge, 156 St. Lawrence Ave.

May 4, 9 am - 3 pm.

This conference will bring together mental health professionals, community leaders, advocates, and individuals who have personally experienced the effects of mental illness in the African-American community. Our goal is to provide education, resources, and support to break the cycle of stigma and taboo surrounding mental illness.

Don't miss this opportunity to be a part of the conversation and create lasting change in our community.

More info.

Stateline Family YMCA

Friday, May 10, 5 pm

501 Third Street

Our next workshop in our holistic health series will be all about clean, homemade lip care! Join Cortnee and Erin again for a hands-on project in making a lip balm and scrub that will make the perfect gift to yourself or a person in your life! Participants will make samples to take home. 

For tickets

The Villager Gallery & Frame Shop

Saturday, May 11, 1-3 pm

429 E. Grand Avenue

There is room left for you to welcome spring with Rachel Wilson's watercolor classes...scan the QR code to register. Rachel Burlingame Wilson

Mother's Day Brunch at Merrill & Houston's Steak Joint

Sunday, May 12

10 am- 2 pm

500 Pleasant Street

Spend quality time with Mom this Mother's Day and let us do the cooking. Join us for our Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet featuring made-to-order omelettes and pastas, fresh seafood, a chef-attended carving station, and more!

Limited seating is available. Call 608.313.0700 or visit our website

For Reservations

Mother's Day Brunch at The Castle

Sunday, May 12

10 - 2 pm

501 Prospect St.

Join us for a special Mother's Day celebration! Treat your mom to a little shopping and enjoy a delicious brunch together. Most importantly, spend some quality time with the mother figure in your life and make memories that will last a lifetime.

More info.

Truk't

Monday, May 13

5-8 pm

443 E. Grand Avenue

MARGS & MASTERPIECES? Count us in.

Join us and Erica's Board Creations for a walk-in board painting event in The Barrel Room, our newly-renovated event space at truk't. Boards will be pre-sanded, stained, and ready to paint. There will be many sizes, finishes, and stencils to choose from. While you paint, you can experience bold, worldly tacos and hand-shaken margaritas.

There is no ticket or registration required. Just walk in and paint. The cost to paint is $10 - $25. Cash, card and Venmo accepted. Food and drink are sold separately.

For more information

The Rooftop at Hotel Goodwin

Wednesday, May 22, 6 pm

500 Public Avenue

Indulge in your senses in an evening of exquisite flavors and elevated spirits at Velvet Buffalo's Hendrick's Gin Dinner at The Rooftop at Hotel Goodwin. Enjoy a four-course dining experience paired with cocktails featuring Hendrick's Gin. While you dine, take in the downtown views and live music from Josh Calhoun.

From ginger prawns to decadent lavender poached pears, each cocktail is perfectly paired to please your taste buds. Throughout the evening, a knowledgeable representative will accompany you on a tasting journey, offering insights into each pairing.

But don't wait too long! The seats are limited, so make sure you secure your spot now. Plus, upon purchase, you'll receive a code for 25% off a Hotel Goodwin or Ironworks Hotel room so you can ride the elevator home!

For more information

Make Music Day

Friday, June 21

Are you musically inclined?

Participate in Make Music Day Beloit on June 21, 2024!

Beloit will come to life with music in restaurants, stores, the streets, parks, and other unique venues to celebrate the kickoff to summer.



We'll handle the matchmaking by connecting musicians with venues; all you have to do is register and perform. All ages, styles, and talent levels are welcome to register and be a part of this worldwide event.

To register as a musician or a venue: For more information

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