US Cellular: Summerfest attendees used nearly 33% more data at this year's Big Gig
MILWAUKEE -- U.S. Cellular revealed on Wednesday, July 11 that its cellular tower at Maier Festival Park made over 19.8 million LTE data connections, and 9.2 terabytes of data were downloaded and uploaded.
'Pretty crazy!' Self-described Summerfest fanatic, 19, wins free tickets for life!
MILWAUKEE -- It was a beautiful day Sunday, July 8 on the final day of Summerfest 2018, after a near-perfect last weekend of the Big Gig."I was here the first night and the last night.
Promotions going on at Summerfest grounds for final day
MILWAUKEE -- The final day of Summerfest is upon us and there's still plenty of reasons to head out to the Big Gig.
Summerfest offering $21 all-in ticket to see Arcade Fire, Manchester Orchestra
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest officials announced a limited number of $21 all-in tickets to see Arcade Fire with special guest Manchester Orchestra will be available starting at noon on Sunday, July 8.The performances take place at the American Family Insurance Amphitheater on the last day of the festival.The $21 all-in tickets will be available for purchase, while supplies last, at at the Summerfest Box Office located on the south end of Henry Maier Festival Park.There is a limit of eight tickets per transaction.For more information, CLICK HERE.
Summerfest announces BMO Harris Pavilion headliners and performance dates
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest officials announced Monday, April 16 the lineup of headliners slated for the BMO Harris Pavilion with Miller Lite during Summerfest 2018.The lineup features:
'We want to thank the community:' Summerfest wraps up with 2019 ticket giveaway, prize drawing
MILWAUKEE -- As Summerfest prepares for its closing weekend, officials released details on The Big Win giveaway, which will be held on the last day of the festival, Sunday, July 8, as well as a giveaway of 30,000 FREE tickets to Summerfest 2019.“We want to thank the community for their support, not only during the 11 days of Summerfest, but for the past 51 years,” said Don Smiley, Milwaukee World Festival, Inc.
Summerfest announces new activities on tap for Sunday, July 1
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest has added new activities to their schedule for Sunday, July 1.At 2:10 p.m on the Johnson Controls World Sound Stage, Milwaukee’s Florentine Opera Company will make their world debut.
Summerfest extends temporary carry-in policy due to excessive heat warning
MILWAUKEE -- Due to the excessive heat warning issued by the National Weather Service from noon on Friday, June 29, 2018 through Sunday, July 1 at 4:00 p.m. Summerfest has temporarily modified their carry-in policy.Summerfest will offer the following services to fans during festival operating hours:• Visitors may bring in full, factory-sealed and unopened water bottles• Visitors may bring in one empty clear plastic water bottle• Various misting stations will be available throughout the groundsIn addition, Aurora Health Care, the exclusive health care provider for Summerfest has issued the following tips to stay safe from the heat when attending the festival:• Drink more water than usual and don’t wait to feel thirsty to drink water• Wear loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing• Pace yourself – don’t do too much• Take frequent breaks in shaded areas or cooling tents• Alcohol increases your risk of dehydration
Canaan Smith, Rachel Platten added to Summerfest lineup, Bebe Rexha performance canceled
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest officials have announce that country music songwriter Canaan Smith along with singer songwriter Rachel Platten will perform at the American Family Insurance Amphitheater on Saturday, June 30 — replacing Bebe Rexha, who had to cancel her performance due to illness.Bebe Rexha was scheduled to open for Florida Georgia Line.In addition, Rachel Platten will also headline the BMO Harris Pavilion at 9:45 p.m.CLICK HERE to access Summerfest’s website to check the complete lineup, take a look at admission promotions and Summerfest’s Get Around Guide — and more.
MCTS helps festival-goers beat the heat at Summerfest with cooling center on bus
MILWAUKEE -- Anyone looking to beat the heat while at Summerfest can hop on board an air-conditioned Milwaukee County Transit System bus.MCTS announced on Friday, June 29 that they are providing one of its 40-foot-long buses to act as a cooling center for festival-goers who need a quick break from the party.
BlocBoy JB added to Summerfest lineup, GoldLink performance canceled
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest officials have announce that BlocBoy JB will perform at the Miller Lite Oasis on Friday, June 29 at 10:15 p.m. -- replacing GoldLink, who had to cancel his performance due to travel complications.BlocBoy JB is an American rapper and songwriter from Memphis, Tennessee and his single “Look Alive” featuring Drake peaked at #5 on the Billboard Hot 100 Charts.Tickets for BlocBoy JB at the Level Up Deck at the Miller Lite Oasis are available now at Summerfest.com.Fans who previously purchased tickets to see GoldLink at the Level Up Deck will be offered a refund for their purchase via email.
'Give yourself more time:' Road closures near Pfister in Milwaukee last until Thursday afternoon
MILWAUKEE -- Anytime a president visits Milwaukee, traffic is impacted, and on Wednesday, June 27, the expected arrival of President Donald Trump, combined with the first night of Summerfest, the Big Bang Fireworks show and streetcar construction created a downtown driving dilemma.Roughly six blocks near the Pfister Hotel were shut down beginning Wednesday morning, meaning the route to Summerfest took a slightly different path for most.
'The spirit of Milwaukee:' Summerfest has been 1 man's summer tradition for all 51 years!
MILWAUKEE -- Thousands were expected to pour into Maier Festival Park on Wednesday night, June 27 -- the first night of Summerfest.
'I always participate:' Summerfest visitors help FOX6, Hunger Task Force, Johnson Controls 'Stomp Out Hunger'
MILWAUKEE -- The Big Gig began Wednesday, June 27 at noon when the gates opened at Maier Festival Park, and Summerfest visitors helped the Hunger Task Force, Johnson Controls and FOX6 News "Stomp Out Hunger."
Summerfest 2018: Every day is a fashion show! Here are some of the looks we found
MILWAUKEE -- From the simple to the elaborate, functional and sensational -- every day at Summerfest is a fashion show.
