More than just great music: Summerfest's 2016 food lineup offers old favorites, new fare

More than just great music: Summerfest's 2016 food lineup offers old favorites, new fare

MILWAUKEE -- A visit to Summerfest wouldn’t be complete without enjoying festival food from 45 of the best local and national vendors.From staples like Saz’s, who’ve been returning to the festival for over 30 years, to brand new vendors like Chubby’s Cheesesteaks, Summerfest’s 2016 food lineup (much like the music) offers something for everyone.Summerfest is always looking to add new vendors and unique menu and beverage items to the delicious list, keeping industry trends and fan favorites in mind.

MILWAUKEE -- A visit to Summerfest wouldn’t be complete without enjoying festival food from 45 of the best local and national vendors.From staples like Saz’s, who’ve been returning to the festival for over 30 years, to brand new vendors like Chubby’s Cheesesteaks, Summerfest’s 2016 food lineup (much like the music) offers something for everyone.Summerfest is always looking to add new vendors and unique menu and beverage items to the delicious list, keeping industry trends and fan favorites in mind.

"A lot of water:" Rock 'n Sole Run takes extra safety precautions in extreme heat

"A lot of water:" Rock 'n Sole Run takes extra safety precautions in extreme heat

MILWAUKEE -- Thousands of runners braved the heat on Saturday, June 11th for the 6th annual Rock 'n Sole Run held on Milwaukee's lakefront.Nearly 8,000 runners enjoyed their first taste of the Summerfest celebration.

MILWAUKEE -- Thousands of runners braved the heat on Saturday, June 11th for the 6th annual Rock 'n Sole Run held on Milwaukee's lakefront.Nearly 8,000 runners enjoyed their first taste of the Summerfest celebration.

Experience more than live music: Summerfest to offer variety of special attractions

Experience more than live music: Summerfest to offer variety of special attractions

MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest offers an interesting variety of special attractions that make each day a unique experience for music fans and festival lovers alike!

MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest offers an interesting variety of special attractions that make each day a unique experience for music fans and festival lovers alike!

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.

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.

Summerfest announces JoJo's Martini Lounge headliners and performance dates

Summerfest announces JoJo's Martini Lounge headliners and performance dates

MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest officials are excited to announce the lineup of headliners slated for JoJo’s Martini Lounge with Miller Lite during Summerfest 2016.Jo Jo’s Martini Lounge with Miller Lite will feature the following headliners:

MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest officials are excited to announce the lineup of headliners slated for JoJo’s Martini Lounge with Miller Lite during Summerfest 2016.Jo Jo’s Martini Lounge with Miller Lite will feature the following headliners:

Summerfest: Check out the headliners for the Johnson Controls World Sound Stage

Summerfest: Check out the headliners for the Johnson Controls World Sound Stage

MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest officials revealed on Tuesday morning, April 26th the lineup of headliners slated for Johnson Controls World Sound Stage with Blue Moon and 88Nine Radio Milwaukee.The Johnson Controls World Sound Stage will feature the following headliners:

MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest officials revealed on Tuesday morning, April 26th the lineup of headliners slated for Johnson Controls World Sound Stage with Blue Moon and 88Nine Radio Milwaukee.The Johnson Controls World Sound Stage will feature the following headliners:

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.

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:

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 BMO Harris Pavilion headliners, performance dates

Summerfest officials announce BMO Harris Pavilion headliners, performance dates

MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest officials have announced the highly anticipated lineup of headliners slated for the BMO Harris Pavilion with Miller Lite during Summerfest 2016.With a nod to classic rock, the line-up will feature the following headliners:

MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest officials have announced the highly anticipated lineup of headliners slated for the BMO Harris Pavilion with Miller Lite during Summerfest 2016.With a nod to classic rock, the line-up 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.

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.

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.

Summerfest adds six additional headliners to 2016 grounds stage lineup

Summerfest adds six additional headliners to 2016 grounds stage lineup

MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest officials are excited to announce an additional six ground stage headliners that will perform at Summerfest 2016.

MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest officials are excited to announce an additional six ground stage headliners that will perform at Summerfest 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.

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.