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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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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.

Summerfest, FuzzPop unveil immersive art installation
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Summerfest and FuzzPop Workshop are partnering for a third year on an interactive art installation called "Radiant Echoes."

Summerfest, FuzzPop unveil immersive Radiant Echoes art installation

Summerfest and FuzzPop Workshop are teaming up for a third year on “Radiant Echoes," a 25-foot interactive art installation with light, sound and dance.

Summerfest 2026: Common replaces The Roots in lineup

Due to an unexpected scheduling conflict, The Roots are no longer able to play at Summerfest. Common will now headline the BMO Pavilion with Miller Lite on June 25.

Summerfest: Stage pit access; free admission for military & first responders

Summerfest revealed on Tuesday, June 2 new fan experiences that not only bring concertgoers closer to the music, but also support ToolBank USA and honor hometown heroes.

Summerfest, T-Mobile unveil lineup of fan experiences, special perks

Summerfest and T-Mobile on Tuesday, May 26 unveiled a lineup of fan experiences and special perks for festivalgoers this year.

Summerfest, Aurora Health Care hosting 'Rock On to Wellness'

Summerfest and Aurora Health Care are welcoming the community to Rock On to Wellness, a free workout event on Saturday, June 13 at Urban Park.

2026 Summerfest: Lineup of experiences, activities, and events

Summerfest is unveiling the lineup of experiences, interactive activities, and events for fans throughout the three weekends of Summerfest.

Summerfest, MCTS announce transit options for 2026 festival

Summerfest and the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) announced on Wednesday, May 13, transit options for the three weekends of Summerfest.