As we embark on our journey into 2024, the air is buzzing with excitement for what lies ahead in Janesville. From exciting events to new openings, revitalized attractions, and vibrant experiences, the horizon gleams with promise. Join us as we dive into the many reasons 2024 is set to be an unforgettable year in Janesville!
1. Woodman’s Sports & Convention Center: A Monumental Construction Set to Transform Janesville’s Landscape
The Woodman’s Center project, a cornerstone of Janesville’s Milton Avenue redevelopment efforts, aims to be a beacon of progress and innovation. With a strategic location and inclusive design, it stands poised to become vibrant space in our community, a hub for sports and events, and a place where connections are made and memories are created. Think of it as Janesville’s new third space – perfect for sports, business, community gatherings, entertainment, and recreational fun.
Construction groundbreaking is starting this month, with an anticipated opening date in 2025. To stay up-to-date on Woodman’s Center developments, visit the Friends of the Woodman’s Center website.
2. Janesville Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Expands Team and Visitor Resources
Our purpose here at the JACVB is all about making your visit to our city extra special, and we’ve got some fantastic additions and news to share! We’re so excited to share more about two resources to discovering all Janesville has to offer. Our updated Visitors Guide is loaded with stunning visuals and insider tips that’ll have you itching to explore every nook and cranny of our city. Our new Beer & Wine Trail Brochure uncorks the best breweries and wineries in northern Rock County.
And we are expanding the JACVB team by bringing on board a Director of Sports Sales! This new, full-time position will focus on working with sports venues within Northern Rock County to book or create tournaments and other sports events that will draw attendees, participants, and spectators on a regional or national scale.
We’re also looking to welcome a temporary, part-time Digital Media Intern. This position will include tasks like writing blogs, social media content creation and scheduling, e-newsletters, and drafting media releases.
The application window for both positions is now open, submit your resume today!
3. Mark Your Calendar: Major Events in 2024
May 4 | Kick-Off to the Janesville Farmers Market
May 18-19 | Janesville Renaissance Faire
June 4 | Kick-off to Music at the Marv
June 8 | IMPACT Pride Convention
June 13 | Janesville Town Square Gran Prix as part of the Tour of America’s Dairyland
June 15 | Janesville Morning Rotary’s 24th Annual Pie Ride
August 3-4 | Tallman Arts Festival
August 31-October 31 | Skelly’s Corn Maze & Fall Festival
4. New Faces, New Places: Businesses to Open in 2024
We are thrilled to welcome a handful of new businesses already slated to open in Janesville during 2024, with each bringing its own unique charm and offerings to our community.
- Tru by Hilton (2702 Pontiac Place): contemporary hotel with 90 rooms, free continental breakfast, indoor pool, and fitness center
- Scarlett’s Charm (218 W Milwaukee Street): a gift shop with focus on entertaining essentials and gifts
- The Shack (27 E Racine Street): gourmet coffee shop and vendor spaces for handcrafted gifts
- Blackthorn Studios (1727 Newport Avenue): 3D printed miniature artwork
- Dreamers Gifts and Treasures (1950 Center Avenue): collection of vendor booths featuring gifts and vintage finds
5. Major Strides Toward the Children’s Museum of Rock County
The future Children’s Museum of Rock County has unveiled exciting new renderings as they progress into the fundraising stages for this family-oriented addition to Janesville. Project leaders aim to bring a world of hands-on learning and exciting programming for infants to adolescents. To stay up-to-date on museum developments, visit the Children’s Museum of Rock County website.
Rediscover why you fell in love with Janesville, and experience all the new reasons in 2024. For more information, give us a call at (800) 487-2757. Our staff is happy to assist you!
