Final Summerfest headliner: The Weeknd to play American Family Insurance Amphitheater July 7
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest officials on Tuesday, April 3 announced the final headliner for Summerfest 2018.
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest officials on Tuesday, April 3 announced the final headliner for Summerfest 2018.
Post Summerfest: CAKE and Ben Folds to perform Aug. 23
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest revealed on Monday morning, April 2 that CAKE and Ben Folds are to come to the BMO Harris Pavilion to perform on Aug. 23."We are very much looking forward to touring with Ben Folds,” said CAKE’s John McCrea in a news release. “In a culture often conflicted about its relationship to melody, and songwriting generally, Ben continues unapologetically to provide melodic clarity and musicality.
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest revealed on Monday morning, April 2 that CAKE and Ben Folds are to come to the BMO Harris Pavilion to perform on Aug. 23."We are very much looking forward to touring with Ben Folds,” said CAKE’s John McCrea in a news release. “In a culture often conflicted about its relationship to melody, and songwriting generally, Ben continues unapologetically to provide melodic clarity and musicality.
Klement's Sausage Co. named sponsor of new stage at Summerfest, official sausage of the Big Gig
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest announced on Tuesday, March 20 a new partnership with Klement's Sausage Company.The new partnership is a 10-year deal.
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest announced on Tuesday, March 20 a new partnership with Klement's Sausage Company.The new partnership is a 10-year deal.
Arcade Fire will close out Summerfest at American Family Insurance Amphitheater July 8
MILWAUKEE -- Arcade Fire, with special guest TBA will will headline the American Family Insurance Amphitheater, July 8 -- the last day of Summerfest 2018, officials announced Tuesday, Feb. 27.Tickets go on sale Friday, March 9 at noon at Summerfest.com and Ticketmaster.com and include admission to Summerfest.Hailing from Montreal, Canada, Arcade Fire are a six piece band that have won two BRITs, two Grammys, and have released three records over the last ten years.
MILWAUKEE -- Arcade Fire, with special guest TBA will will headline the American Family Insurance Amphitheater, July 8 -- the last day of Summerfest 2018, officials announced Tuesday, Feb. 27.Tickets go on sale Friday, March 9 at noon at Summerfest.com and Ticketmaster.com and include admission to Summerfest.Hailing from Montreal, Canada, Arcade Fire are a six piece band that have won two BRITs, two Grammys, and have released three records over the last ten years.
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Blake Shelton to headline American Family Insurance Amphitheater on July 6
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest revealed Wednesday morning, Feb. 21 that Blake Shelton will headline the American Family Insurance Amphitheater on Friday, July 6.Tickets go on sale on Saturday, March 3, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. at Summerfest.com and Ticketmaster.com and include admission to Summerfest.Tickets for Blake Shelton can also be purchased at the Summerfest Box Office in person, Ticketmaster Ticket Centers, select Walmart stores, and by phone at 1-800-745-3000 (live Ticketmaster Agent) or 1-866-448-7849 ("Ticketmaster Express" automated phone line).Patrons may also utilize "ticketfast" at Ticketmaster.com to print barcoded concert tickets from home.
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest revealed Wednesday morning, Feb. 21 that Blake Shelton will headline the American Family Insurance Amphitheater on Friday, July 6.Tickets go on sale on Saturday, March 3, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. at Summerfest.com and Ticketmaster.com and include admission to Summerfest.Tickets for Blake Shelton can also be purchased at the Summerfest Box Office in person, Ticketmaster Ticket Centers, select Walmart stores, and by phone at 1-800-745-3000 (live Ticketmaster Agent) or 1-866-448-7849 ("Ticketmaster Express" automated phone line).Patrons may also utilize "ticketfast" at Ticketmaster.com to print barcoded concert tickets from home.
Imagine Dragons headlines American Family Insurance Amphitheater on opening day of Summerfest
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest officials on Thursday, Feb. 15 announced Imagine Dragons, with special guest to be announced, will headline the American Family Insurance Amphitheater on the opening day of the festival, Wednesday, June 27.The last time Imagine Dragons performed at the festival was in 2013 at the Miller Lite Oasis.Tickets go on sale Friday, February 23 at noon at Summerfest.com and Ticketmaster.com and include admission to Summerfest.According to a news release from Summerfest officials, since making their full-length debut with 2012's multi-platinum Night Visions, Imagine Dragons have drawn worldwide adoration for their anthemic yet moody alt-rock.
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest officials on Thursday, Feb. 15 announced Imagine Dragons, with special guest to be announced, will headline the American Family Insurance Amphitheater on the opening day of the festival, Wednesday, June 27.The last time Imagine Dragons performed at the festival was in 2013 at the Miller Lite Oasis.Tickets go on sale Friday, February 23 at noon at Summerfest.com and Ticketmaster.com and include admission to Summerfest.According to a news release from Summerfest officials, since making their full-length debut with 2012's multi-platinum Night Visions, Imagine Dragons have drawn worldwide adoration for their anthemic yet moody alt-rock.
Milwaukee World Festival, Inc. announces architectural firm to design new amphitheater
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee World Festival, Inc.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee World Festival, Inc.
Shawn Mendes to headline American Family Insurance Amphitheater on July 5
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest revealed Tuesday morning, Feb. 13 that Shawn Mendes will headline the American Family Insurance Amphitheater on Thursday, July 5.Tickets go on sale Saturday, Feb. 24 at 10:00 a.m. at Summerfest.com and Ticketmaster.com and include admission to Summerfest.Tickets can also be purchased at the Summerfest Box Office in person, Ticketmaster Ticket Centers, select Walmart stores, and by phone at 1-800-745-3000 (live Ticketmaster Agent) or 1-866-448-7849 ("Ticketmaster Express" automated phone line).
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest revealed Tuesday morning, Feb. 13 that Shawn Mendes will headline the American Family Insurance Amphitheater on Thursday, July 5.Tickets go on sale Saturday, Feb. 24 at 10:00 a.m. at Summerfest.com and Ticketmaster.com and include admission to Summerfest.Tickets can also be purchased at the Summerfest Box Office in person, Ticketmaster Ticket Centers, select Walmart stores, and by phone at 1-800-745-3000 (live Ticketmaster Agent) or 1-866-448-7849 ("Ticketmaster Express" automated phone line).
Journey and Def Leppard to headline American Family Insurance Amphitheater on July 4th
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest revealed on Friday morning, January 19th that Journey and Def Leppard are coming to the Big Gig to perform on Wednesday, July 4th.Tickets go on sale beginning Saturday, February 3, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. at LiveNation.com, Summerfest.com and Ticketmaster.com and include admission to Summerfest.
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest revealed on Friday morning, January 19th that Journey and Def Leppard are coming to the Big Gig to perform on Wednesday, July 4th.Tickets go on sale beginning Saturday, February 3, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. at LiveNation.com, Summerfest.com and Ticketmaster.com and include admission to Summerfest.
Summerfest announces Dave Matthews Band to perform July 1
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest revealed on Tuesday morning, January 16th that Dave Matthews Band is coming to the Big Gig to perform on Sunday, July 1st.Officials announced that Tickets go on sale Friday, February 2, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. CST at Summerfest.com and Ticketmaster.com and include admission to Summerfest.Tickets for Dave Matthews Band can also be purchased at the Summerfest Box Office in person, Ticketmaster Ticket Centers, select Walmart stores, and by phone at 1.800.745.3000 (live Ticketmaster Agent) or 1.866.448.7849 ("Ticketmaster Express" automated phone line).
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest revealed on Tuesday morning, January 16th that Dave Matthews Band is coming to the Big Gig to perform on Sunday, July 1st.Officials announced that Tickets go on sale Friday, February 2, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. CST at Summerfest.com and Ticketmaster.com and include admission to Summerfest.Tickets for Dave Matthews Band can also be purchased at the Summerfest Box Office in person, Ticketmaster Ticket Centers, select Walmart stores, and by phone at 1.800.745.3000 (live Ticketmaster Agent) or 1.866.448.7849 ("Ticketmaster Express" automated phone line).
"Lined up pretty early:" Summerfest reveals 3 acts in 3 days to headline world's largest music festival
MILWAUKEE -- Three acts in three days!
MILWAUKEE -- Three acts in three days!
3rd Summerfest headliner revealed: Florida Georgia Line plays American Family Insurance Amphitheater June 30
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest officials have announced the third American Family Insurance Amphitheater headliner.
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest officials have announced the third American Family Insurance Amphitheater headliner.
2nd Summerfest headliner announced: James Taylor, Bonnie Raitt to play American Family Insurance Amphitheater June 28th
MILWAUKEE -- James Taylor and his All-Star Band, with special guest Bonnie Raitt and Her Band will headline the American Family Insurance Amphitheater during Summerfest on Thursday, June 28th during Summerfest 2018, officials announced Tuesday, January 9th.According to a press release from Summerfest officials, Taylor and Raitt’s highly acclaimed summer tour played to sold-out crowds across the US last summer and celebrated their decades-long friendship.Tickets go on sale Friday, January 19th, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. at Summerfest.com and Ticketmaster.com and include admission to Summerfest.
MILWAUKEE -- James Taylor and his All-Star Band, with special guest Bonnie Raitt and Her Band will headline the American Family Insurance Amphitheater during Summerfest on Thursday, June 28th during Summerfest 2018, officials announced Tuesday, January 9th.According to a press release from Summerfest officials, Taylor and Raitt’s highly acclaimed summer tour played to sold-out crowds across the US last summer and celebrated their decades-long friendship.Tickets go on sale Friday, January 19th, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. at Summerfest.com and Ticketmaster.com and include admission to Summerfest.
1st Summerfest headliners announced: Logic, Halsey play American Family Insurance Amphitheater June 29th
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest officials have announced the first headliners for the American Family Insurance Amphitheater during Summerfest 2018.Halsey and Logic will perform Friday, June 29th along with a special guest -- TBA.
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest officials have announced the first headliners for the American Family Insurance Amphitheater during Summerfest 2018.Halsey and Logic will perform Friday, June 29th along with a special guest -- TBA.
Coming to Summerfest: New Uline Warehouse stage to be built at Maier Festival Park
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee World Festival, Inc.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee World Festival, Inc.
"Get 'em while they're hot:" Tickets for Summerfest 2018 are now available
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest officials announced Thursday, November 2nd that admission tickets for the 2018 Big Gig are now available.Click here to purchase tickets online.
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest officials announced Thursday, November 2nd that admission tickets for the 2018 Big Gig are now available.Click here to purchase tickets online.
Summerfest "Rock 'n Sole Run" will not return so fest can refocus efforts on community initiatives
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee World Festival, Inc., and the Summerfest Foundation, Inc., announced on Monday, October 30th that the Summerfest Rock ‘n Sole Run, presented by BMO Harris Bank, will not return for 2018.The Rock ‘n Sole Run began in 2011 and drew thousands of runners along the lakefront, ending at Henry Maier Festival Park.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee World Festival, Inc., and the Summerfest Foundation, Inc., announced on Monday, October 30th that the Summerfest Rock ‘n Sole Run, presented by BMO Harris Bank, will not return for 2018.The Rock ‘n Sole Run began in 2011 and drew thousands of runners along the lakefront, ending at Henry Maier Festival Park.
US Cellular Connection Stage torn down to make way for new, state-of-the-art venue
MILWAUKEE -- The U.S. Cellular Connection Stage at Summerfest was demolished on Wednesday, September 27th -- to make way for an all-new version.The stage that was torn down has been functional for the last 12 years.
MILWAUKEE -- The U.S. Cellular Connection Stage at Summerfest was demolished on Wednesday, September 27th -- to make way for an all-new version.The stage that was torn down has been functional for the last 12 years.
Summerfest to reconstruct North Gate entrance with Community Plaza
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest's North Gate entrance at Henry Maier Festival Park will be reconstructed and upgraded with a new Community Plaza next to Urban Park.
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest's North Gate entrance at Henry Maier Festival Park will be reconstructed and upgraded with a new Community Plaza next to Urban Park.