Summerfest unveils daily admission promotions and special offers for 2016

Summerfest unveils daily admission promotions and special offers for 2016

MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest officials are excited to announce Admission Promotions, Gate Giveaways and Special Offers for 2016, providing patrons with free or discounted admission opportunities for every day of the festival.According to a press release, all exchanges, unless otherwise stated, will take place at the Mid Gate Promotions Booth, located across the street from the Summerfest Mid Gate, at Harbor Drive and Chicago Street.

Just revealed: Summerfest officials announce headliners for Briggs & Stratton Big Backyard stage

Just revealed: Summerfest officials announce headliners for Briggs & Stratton Big Backyard stage

MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest officials have announced the lineup of headliners slated for the Briggs & Stratton Big Backyard with Coors Light and Tap Milwaukee during Summerfest 2016.June 29           10:00 pm         Joan Jett & The BlackheartsJune 30             9:30 pm         Jack & JackJuly 1               10:00 pm         O.A.R.July 2               10:00 pm         Gavin DeGrawJuly 3               10:00 pm         The WailersJuly 5                 9:30 pm         Stephen “Ragga” MarleyJuly 6                 2:30 pm         The Grass Roots                            10:00 pm         Mike D (Dj Set)July 7                 9:30 pm         Kool & The GangJuly 8               10:00 pm         Phil VassarJuly 9                 4:00 pm         Neil Finn                            10:00 pm         Ben FoldsJuly 10               9:45 pm         Matisyahu Get excited for these great headliners in advance by listening to the Briggs & Stratton Big Backyard playlist on Spotify.All performers and show times are subject to change.

Just revealed: Summerfest shares 2016 lineup for Harley-Davidson Roadhouse

Just revealed: Summerfest shares 2016 lineup for Harley-Davidson Roadhouse

MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest officials revealed on Wednesday morning, April 20th the lineup of headliners slated for the Harley-Davidson™ Roadhouse with Miller High Life during Summerfest 2016.The Harley-Davidson™ Roadhouse with Miller High Life will feature the following headliners:

Summerfest officials announce headliners for Miller Lite Oasis stage

Summerfest officials announce headliners for Miller Lite Oasis stage

MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest officials have announced the lineup of headliners slated for the Miller Lite Oasis stage during Summerfest 2016:                                       June 29           10:15 p.m.        Martin Garrix                                       June 30           10:00 p.m.        Passion Pit                                       July 1               10:15 p.m.        Timeflies                                       July 2               10:15 p.m.        Randy Houser                                       July 3                 9:45 p.m.         The Roots                                       July 5               10:00 p.m.        Jason Derulo                                       July 6               10:00 p.m.         X Ambassadors                                       July 7               10:00 p.m.         The Decemberists                                       July 8               10:15 p.m.         TBA                                       July 9               10:15 p.m.         Death Cab for Cutie                                       July 10             10:00 p.m.        311All performers and show times are subject to change.Check Summerfest.com for updates and to purchase general admission tickets, weekday admission tickets, 3-Day Passes and the 11-Day Power Pass.“As the original light beer, Miller Lite is proud to be a decades-long partner with another true original, Summerfest,” said Greg Butler, senior brand director.  “For years, music fans have enjoyed Miller Lite alongside the best music acts in the world, and we look forward to continuing this summer tradition.”Now through April 29 at 11:59 pm CDT, fans can buy a 5-Day Day Pass for $50 when they use the discount code: HA5DAY.

Now accepting submissions: Summerfest again looking for bands for “Land the Big Gig”

Now accepting submissions: Summerfest again looking for bands for “Land the Big Gig”

MILWAUKEE -- The 5th annual Land the Big Gig music competition is now accepting submissions, giving the nation’s top musical talents the opportunity to win cash prizes and a chance to perform live before thousands of music fans at Summerfest.Bands, musicians and singer-songwriters may enter the competition by uploading an audio file of an original song to LandtheBigGig.com through 11:00 am CDT on Thursday, May 12th, 2016.

Paul McCartney to headline Summerfest at the Marcus Amphitheater

Paul McCartney to headline Summerfest at the Marcus Amphitheater

MILWAUKEE -- Paul McCartney has confirmed that his brand new One On One tour will visit Milwaukee.On July 8th, Paul will return to Milwaukee to the Marcus Amphitheater to headline Summerfest.Paul’s debut appearance at the annual event, Summerfest will also mark Paul’s first performance in Milwaukee since the July 16th, 2013 performance at Miller Park that drew a capacity crowd and unanimous critical raves.As with the launch of every new Paul McCartney tour, One On One promises to unveil a dazzling re-designed set, dozens of classics from the most beloved catalogue in popular music, spanning Paul's entire career—as a solo artist, member of Wings and of course as a Beatle—and no shortage of surprises.One On One is the first new Paul McCartney tour since the juggernaut that was Out There came to its stunning conclusion on October 22, 2015 with Paul’s first ever concert in Buffalo, NY.

Get your rock on! Def Leppard to headline Marcus Amphitheater on July 6th

Get your rock on! Def Leppard to headline Marcus Amphitheater on July 6th

MILWAUKEE -- Def Leppard  with special guests REO Speedwagon and Tesla will headline the Marcus Amphitheater on Wednesday, July 6th.Tickets for Def Leppard with special guests REO Speedwagon and Tesla go on sale Friday, March 4 at 10:00 a.m. and include Summerfest admission.Tickets can be purchased at the Summerfest Box Office in person and by phone at 1-414-273-2600, Ticketmaster Ticket Centers, Walmart stores, online at Ticketmaster.com and by phone at 1-800-745-3000 (live Ticketmaster Agent) or 1-866-448-7849 (“Ticketmaster Express” automated phone line).

"Big Gig BBQ:" New festival at Summerfest grounds ahead of Labor Day weekend!

"Big Gig BBQ:" New festival at Summerfest grounds ahead of Labor Day weekend!

MILWAUKEE -- The folks behind Summerfest have announced a new festival this summer!The Big Gig BBQ will be held at Henry Maier Festival Park on the Sunday before Labor Day (September 4th).Barbecue and beer from 10 local and national barbecue experts will be served up."Labor Day weekend is all about backyard barbecues and so it's really a great way for us to celebrate summer and to punctuate it the right way," Sarah Pancheri with Summerfest said.PHOTO GALLERY:Along with the great food, there will be live music on the Briggs & Stratton Big Backyard stage, including a national headlining act to be announced later.The event is also associated with the Milwaukee Rally going on that weekend.

Sting, Peter Gabriel to headline Summerfest on Sunday, July 10th

Sting, Peter Gabriel to headline Summerfest on Sunday, July 10th

MILWAUKEE -- Two of music’s most iconic artists – Sting and Peter Gabriel - will headline Summerfest on Sunday, July 10th.Tickets for Sting and Peter Gabriel’s show go on sale Monday, February 1 at 10:00 a.m. and include Summerfest admission.Tickets can be purchased at the Summerfest Box Office in person and by phone at 1-414-273-2600, Ticketmaster Ticket Centers, Walmart stores, online at Ticketmaster.com and by phone at 1-800-745-3000 (live Ticketmaster Agent) or 1-866-448-7849 (“Ticketmaster Express” automated phone line).