Driving, ride-sharing, bicycling and more: There are many options that'll get you to Summerfest

MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest's 50th edition begins Wednesday, June 28th, and organizers say there are a lot of easy ways to get there -- and each is easy enough to navigate, as long as you plan ahead.The Summerfest lineup changes every year, and sometimes, how you get there changes a little too.

Ahead of Summerfest's 50th edition, giant flag goes up at Milwaukee's City Hall

MILWAUKEE -- The 50th edition of Summerfest begins Wednesday, June 28th, and the City of Milwaukee has joined in on the celebration.An official Summerfest flag went up at City Hall Monday, June 26th.The annual festival has become a signature event for Milwaukee, after former Mayor Henry Maier visited Oktoberfest in Germany and became determined to create a festival in downtown Milwaukee.Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett said it has grown and become something very special."There's a real pride that comes with having Summerfest here because we recognize that other communities have tried to emulate what we're doing here and really haven't been able to pull it off," Mayor Barrett said.Wednesday, June 28th is Johnson Controls Stomp Out Hunger Day with FOX6.

MFD responds to fire on Summerfest grounds

MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Fire Department responded to a golf cart that was on fire at the American Family Insurance Amphitheater (previously the Marcus Amphitheater) on the Summerfest grounds Friday afternoon, June 16th.The fire department was called to  the scene shortly after 1:30 p.m.According to a statement from Summerfest officials, crews responded promptly and all security procedures were followed.

Results are in for Summerfest’s 7th Annual Rock ‘n Sole Run

MILWAUKEE -- Thousands of runners participated on Saturday, June 10th in the 7th annual Rock ‘n Sole Run, presented by BMO Harris Bank, in one of three races – half marathon, quarter marathon and 5K.

Summerfest, Harley-Davidson partner up for another 5 years at Maier Festival Park

MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee World Festival and Harley-Davidson Motor Company announced on Thursday, June 8th a new five-year contract extension for sponsorship of the Harley-Davidson Roadhouse at Maier Festival Park.

Bring an appetite to Summerfest's 50th, there are lots of new food and beverage options

MILWAUKEE -- If you're hungry, read at your own risk!Summerfest revealed on Wednesday, May 24th more than 50 new food and beverage options for Summerfest’s 50th edition.The new items were announced at a special event at Pick ‘n Save in Hales Corners -- and also featured sampling of some of the new foods.The complete list of new food and beverage items for Summerfest 2017 are as follows:AJ Bombers (Northwestern Mutual Children’s Area):

The Isley Brothers to headline BMO Harris Pavilion during Summerfest’s 50th

MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest announced Monday, May 22nd that The Isley Brothers will headline the BMO Harris Pavilion with Miller Lite on July 1st.

50 days of Summerfest: Picnic in Clarke Square Park gets the party started

MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest celebrations are starting a little early this year -- 50 days early, to be exact, in celebration of Summerfest's 50th!

Summerfest 2017 daily admission promotions and special offers announced

MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest officials announced Wednesday, May 17th admission promotions, gate giveaways and special offers for 2017, providing Summerfest fans with free or discounted admission opportunities for every day of the festival.All exchanges, unless otherwise stated, will take place at the Mid Gate Promotions Booth located at the Mid Gate Plaza.Most admission promotions begin at noon and run while ticket supplies last or through mid-afternoon, whichever comes first, unless otherwise noted.

Summerfest announces new “Level Up” concert viewing deck at Miller Lite Oasis

MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest on Tuesday, May 16th announced details of a new elevated viewing deck on the grounds, Level Up, an exclusive area located in the renovated Miller Lite Oasis area, overlooking the stage.According to a press release, the deck will feature a private bar and restrooms, seating, and flat-screen TVs.

Summerfest reveals even more stage headliners for the 2017 lineup

MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest announced on Thursday, May 11th additional stage headliners to the 2017 lineup.The 2017 headliners now include:

Summerfest announces JoJo’s Martini Lounge headliners and performance dates

MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest officials announced Wednesday, April 26th the lineup of headliners slated for JoJo’s Martini Lounge with Miller Lite during Summerfest’s 50th.Jo Jo’s Martini Lounge with Miller Lite will feature the following headliners:

Summerfest announces Briggs & Stratton Big Backyard headliners and performance dates

MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest officials announced Tuesday, April 25th the lineup of headliners slated for the Briggs & Stratton Big Backyard with Coors Light and Tap Milwaukee during Summerfest’s 50th.The Briggs & Stratton Big Backyard with Coors Light and Tap Milwaukee will feature the following headliners: