Summerfest 2026 artist lineup for July 2-4
Don’t miss the biggest performances on the T-Mobile Stage, amazing food and endless festival fun. FOX6 will be there too with live updates and highlights throughout the weekend.
Don’t miss the biggest performances on the T-Mobile Stage, amazing food and endless festival fun. FOX6 will be there too with live updates and highlights throughout the weekend.
Wisconsin cancer survivor meets Ed Sheeran at Summerfest
A Wisconsin cancer survivor was surprised with a picture-perfect – or perhaps "Photograph" “Perfect" – backstage encounter with Ed Sheeran at Summerfest.
A Wisconsin cancer survivor was surprised with a picture-perfect – or perhaps "Photograph" “Perfect" – backstage encounter with Ed Sheeran at Summerfest.
Summerfest watersport rentals, fans enjoy music from the water
There is something for everyone at Summerfest – not just music and food. People can rent boats, kayaks and more near the T-Mobile Stage.
There is something for everyone at Summerfest – not just music and food. People can rent boats, kayaks and more near the T-Mobile Stage.
Summerfest 2026 artist lineup for June 25-27
Don’t miss a beat this week – head over to the T-Mobile Stage to catch your favorite artists, indulge in the best local eats, and experience the ultimate summer tradition.
Don’t miss a beat this week – head over to the T-Mobile Stage to catch your favorite artists, indulge in the best local eats, and experience the ultimate summer tradition.
Carin León, first Summerfest regional Mexican music act, draws fans
Summerfest wrapped up its first weekend with headliner Carin León, who organizers said is the first regional Mexican music artist to hit the stage.
Summerfest wrapped up its first weekend with headliner Carin León, who organizers said is the first regional Mexican music artist to hit the stage.
A Taste of Juneteenth at Summerfest
Head to Summerfest on Saturday, June 20 for "A Taste of Juneteenth," a ticketed culinary experience featuring a lineup of local food vendors.
Head to Summerfest on Saturday, June 20 for "A Taste of Juneteenth," a ticketed culinary experience featuring a lineup of local food vendors.
Bret Lemoine at Summerfest on opening day
FOX6's Bret Lemoine wasted no time on the opening day of Summerfest, capturing the sights and sounds of the Big Gig and interviewing some of the attendees.
FOX6's Bret Lemoine wasted no time on the opening day of Summerfest, capturing the sights and sounds of the Big Gig and interviewing some of the attendees.
Summerfest 2026 opening day; what you need to know
The Big Gig is here! Summerfest kicks off its 58th anniversary on Thursday, June 18. The event will take place over three consecutive weekends -- June 18-20, June 25-27 and July 2-4.
The Big Gig is here! Summerfest kicks off its 58th anniversary on Thursday, June 18. The event will take place over three consecutive weekends -- June 18-20, June 25-27 and July 2-4.
Summerfest pre-party: Garth Brooks 2nd show Wednesday, storms possible
Ahead of Summerfest's opening day, country star Garth Brooks kicked off the festivities with a pre-party on Tuesday. Brooks will return to the stage for a second show on Wednesday.
Ahead of Summerfest's opening day, country star Garth Brooks kicked off the festivities with a pre-party on Tuesday. Brooks will return to the stage for a second show on Wednesday.
Garth Brooks in Milwaukee; fans travel for Summerfest pre-party
Garth Brooks took the stage Tuesday, June 16, at the American Family Insurance Amphitheater, drawing fans to Milwaukee before Summerfest opens Thursday for the season.
Garth Brooks took the stage Tuesday, June 16, at the American Family Insurance Amphitheater, drawing fans to Milwaukee before Summerfest opens Thursday for the season.
Summerfest 2026 artist lineup for June 18-20
Get ready for unforgettable music, incredible food, and non-stop fun! We’re bringing you front-row vibes from the T-Mobile Stage with the hottest artists of the summer. Tune in to FOX6 News for updates and highlights all festival long!
Get ready for unforgettable music, incredible food, and non-stop fun! We’re bringing you front-row vibes from the T-Mobile Stage with the hottest artists of the summer. Tune in to FOX6 News for updates and highlights all festival long!
Summerfest 2026: Opening weekend planning guide, what to know
Summerfest 2026 starts this week! Plan ahead to make sure you don't miss a beat.
Summerfest 2026 starts this week! Plan ahead to make sure you don't miss a beat.
Milwaukee's The Hop expands service for summer festival season
From now through Aug. 31, every The Hop streetcar is serving Milwaukee's lakefront, making it easier for summer festival-goers to ride without parking or transfers downtown.
From now through Aug. 31, every The Hop streetcar is serving Milwaukee's lakefront, making it easier for summer festival-goers to ride without parking or transfers downtown.
Getting to Summerfest 2026; transportation options for every festivalgoer
Heading to The Big Gig? Summerfest is back with your ultimate 2026 transportation and transit guide.
Heading to The Big Gig? Summerfest is back with your ultimate 2026 transportation and transit guide.
Summerfest 2026: Food and beverage lineup; more than 100 new items
This year’s Summerfest features an expanded culinary experience, introducing more than 100 new food and drink options to its lineup.
This year’s Summerfest features an expanded culinary experience, introducing more than 100 new food and drink options to its lineup.
Summerfest 2026: Garth Brooks pop up merch pre-sale; what to know
Summerfest is giving fans a special chance to pre-purchase Garth Brooks merchandise before his big debut.
Summerfest is giving fans a special chance to pre-purchase Garth Brooks merchandise before his big debut.
Summerfest returns; Garth Brooks stoked for 'rock & roll amusement park'
On this week's episode of Open Record, the Vice President of Entertainment for Summerfest explains how they snagged Garth Brooks for the 58th running of the World's Largest Music Festival.
On this week's episode of Open Record, the Vice President of Entertainment for Summerfest explains how they snagged Garth Brooks for the 58th running of the World's Largest Music Festival.
Summerfest: Behind the scenes | Open Record
On this week's episode of Open Record, the Vice President of Entertainment for Summerfest tells the story of how they snagged the country rock legend as we preview the 58th running of the World's Largest Music Festival.
On this week's episode of Open Record, the Vice President of Entertainment for Summerfest tells the story of how they snagged the country rock legend as we preview the 58th running of the World's Largest Music Festival.
Stomp Out Hunger in southeast Wisconsin: Bring 3 and get into Summerfest FREE!
Bring three cans of shelf-stable food items to the Summerfest gates on June 18 and receive one free admission ticket to get in from noon to 3 p.m. that day.
Bring three cans of shelf-stable food items to the Summerfest gates on June 18 and receive one free admission ticket to get in from noon to 3 p.m. that day.
Summerfest, FuzzPop unveil immersive art installation
Summerfest and FuzzPop Workshop are partnering for a third year on an interactive art installation called "Radiant Echoes."
Summerfest and FuzzPop Workshop are partnering for a third year on an interactive art installation called "Radiant Echoes."