Downtown Janesville has plenty of things to do while you wait for the festivities to start!

Rock County Brewing Company (on Parker Dr): Janesville's 1st nano-brewery located in the historic Carriage Works building. Specializing in handcrafted brews in small batches.

drafthouse (on Milwaukee St): a fun, high-energy downtown gastropub that celebrates the richness of American culture through its appetizing and progressive bar fare.

Whiskey Ranch Bar and Grill (on Main St): your neighborhood bar and grill serving up Friday fish frys, the best burgers along with their famous PainKillers and Bloody Marys.

Bodacious Shops (on Main St): a collection of distinct shops—a café, an olive oil shop, a coffee roastery, and a kitchen wares store.

Citrus Cafe (on Main St): was named the Reader's choice, Best Breakfast Restaurant in Janesville for 10 consecutive years in a row! Check out their classic breakfast combos or try a butter croissant breakfast sandwich.