'It was really surreal:' Waukesha woman shreds bass with The Killers at Summerfest
MILWAUKEE -- It was a once-in-a-lifetime moment for a woman from Waukesha Friday night at Summerfest, July 5.During The Killers show at the American Family Insurance Amphitheater, the band wanted to have some help playing bass.First making sure they could play and that they were from Wisconsin, lead singer Brandon Flowers found the perfect candidate: 24-year-old Hannah Webber from Waukesha.
MILWAUKEE -- It was a once-in-a-lifetime moment for a woman from Waukesha Friday night at Summerfest, July 5.During The Killers show at the American Family Insurance Amphitheater, the band wanted to have some help playing bass.First making sure they could play and that they were from Wisconsin, lead singer Brandon Flowers found the perfect candidate: 24-year-old Hannah Webber from Waukesha.
Swarming with excitement, Summerfest enters its final weekend: 'Been awesome'
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest may be in its final days but crowds were out in full force on for food, fun and live music on Friday, July 5.
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest may be in its final days but crowds were out in full force on for food, fun and live music on Friday, July 5.
BIG WIN giveaway: Summerfest to distribute nearly $700,000 worth of free tickets
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest is thanking the community for their support of this year’s festival with the BIG WIN giveaway, which features prizes from Summerfest sponsors, as well as the chance for one lucky fan to win $20,000!From noon to 3 p.m. on Sunday, July 7, Summerfest will distribute nearly $700,000 worth of FREE tickets, when 30,000 general admission tickets to Summerfest 2020 are handed out (while supplies last) at the North, South and Mid Gate entrances.The 2020 admission ticket that fans receive will also include the opportunity to win prizes from various Summerfest sponsors – it’s the BIG WIN!To participate in the BIG WIN, fans must turn in the perforated entry stub from the Summerfest 2020 ticket at the Mid Gate Information booth no later than 3:30 p.m. on July 7, 2019.
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest is thanking the community for their support of this year’s festival with the BIG WIN giveaway, which features prizes from Summerfest sponsors, as well as the chance for one lucky fan to win $20,000!From noon to 3 p.m. on Sunday, July 7, Summerfest will distribute nearly $700,000 worth of FREE tickets, when 30,000 general admission tickets to Summerfest 2020 are handed out (while supplies last) at the North, South and Mid Gate entrances.The 2020 admission ticket that fans receive will also include the opportunity to win prizes from various Summerfest sponsors – it’s the BIG WIN!To participate in the BIG WIN, fans must turn in the perforated entry stub from the Summerfest 2020 ticket at the Mid Gate Information booth no later than 3:30 p.m. on July 7, 2019.
Summerfest goers handle stormy weather in stride, donning ponchos to dance the night away
MILWAUKEE -- From the heat to the storms -- it was a lot for the thousands at Summerfest to handle on Tuesday evening, July 2.
MILWAUKEE -- From the heat to the storms -- it was a lot for the thousands at Summerfest to handle on Tuesday evening, July 2.
Deff-initely Milwaukee: Don Smiley and Bob Babisch
MILWAUKEE -- In this episode of Deff-initely Milwaukee, Carl Deffenbaugh talks with the two people leading Summerfest, Don Smiley and Bob Babisch.
MILWAUKEE -- In this episode of Deff-initely Milwaukee, Carl Deffenbaugh talks with the two people leading Summerfest, Don Smiley and Bob Babisch.
Summerfest 2019: Getting to the Big Gig…and the acts you can see while you’re there
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest 2019 is underway as of noon on Wednesday, June 26.
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest 2019 is underway as of noon on Wednesday, June 26.
'Great Milwaukee spirit:' Group of 'Summerfest-ers' returns to Big Gig without founding member
MILWAUKEE -- The weather was nearly perfect for the first day of Summerfest 2019 Wednesday, June 26, with sunny skies and temperatures in the 80s.
MILWAUKEE -- The weather was nearly perfect for the first day of Summerfest 2019 Wednesday, June 26, with sunny skies and temperatures in the 80s.
'I feel blessed:' Pius High School choir eager to perform with Foreigner at Summerfest
MILWAUKEE -- You don't often see school choirs performing at Summerfest, but the Pius High School choir got that opportunity Wednesday, June 26 -- alongside one of the biggest rock bands of the 80s!Summer break didn't stop these kids from getting together to rehearse ahead of the big show. "I Want To Know What Love Is" hit No. 1 well before they were born."I knew of them before.
MILWAUKEE -- You don't often see school choirs performing at Summerfest, but the Pius High School choir got that opportunity Wednesday, June 26 -- alongside one of the biggest rock bands of the 80s!Summer break didn't stop these kids from getting together to rehearse ahead of the big show. "I Want To Know What Love Is" hit No. 1 well before they were born."I knew of them before.
'They make us feel young:' 50 in line at Summerfest score passes for Hanson's intimate, acoustic set
MILWAUKEE -- It was a mad rush to get through the gates as Summerfest 2019 began on Wednesday, June 26.
MILWAUKEE -- It was a mad rush to get through the gates as Summerfest 2019 began on Wednesday, June 26.
Prepare for Opening Day: Fun activities to enjoy at Summerfest
MILWAUKEE --As you prepare for Opening Day of Summerfest presented by American Family Insurance on Wednesday, June 26, 2019, listed below are some tips on “How to Fest” on day one:
MILWAUKEE --As you prepare for Opening Day of Summerfest presented by American Family Insurance on Wednesday, June 26, 2019, listed below are some tips on “How to Fest” on day one:
Local high school choir is ready to rock at Summerfest with Foreigner
MILWAUKEE -- You don't often see school choirs performing at Summerfest, but tonight you could.
MILWAUKEE -- You don't often see school choirs performing at Summerfest, but tonight you could.
Opening Day of Summerfest: Tips on “How to Fest” on day one
MILWAUKEE --As you prepare for Opening Day of Summerfest presented by American Family Insurance on Wednesday, June 26, 2019, listed below are some tips on “How to Fest” on day one:
MILWAUKEE --As you prepare for Opening Day of Summerfest presented by American Family Insurance on Wednesday, June 26, 2019, listed below are some tips on “How to Fest” on day one:
'Healthy food items:' Bring 3, get into Summerfest free on Opening Day
MILWAUKEE -- It's Opening Day of the Big Gig -- and you can get in for free!
MILWAUKEE -- It's Opening Day of the Big Gig -- and you can get in for free!
'Busy day:' Vendors gear up the grounds for Summerfest's 11-day run
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest 2019 begins Wednesday, June 26, and there's a lot for everyone to look forward to during the 11-day run.
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest 2019 begins Wednesday, June 26, and there's a lot for everyone to look forward to during the 11-day run.
