Bob Babisch talks about the 2016 Marcus Amphitheater headliners

Bob Babisch talks about the 2016 Marcus Amphitheater headliners

MILWAUKEE -- Bob Babisch, the entertainment director for Summerfest, joined Real Milwaukee on opening day to talk about the lineup.Here's a look at the 2016 Marcus Amphitheater Headliners:• (6/29) Selena Gomez with special guests DNCE and Bahari• (6/30) Pitbull with special guest Farruko• (7/1) Blake Shelton with special guest Parmalee• (7/2) Chris Stapleton and Alabama Shakes• (/3) Tim McGraw with special guests Kacey Musgraves and Ryan Kinder• (7/5) Blink-182 with special guest All Time Low• (7/6) Def Leppard with special guests REO Speedwagon and Tesla• (7/7) Luke Bryan with special guest Frankie Ballard• (7/8) Paul McCartney• (7/9) Weezer and Panic!

MILWAUKEE -- Bob Babisch, the entertainment director for Summerfest, joined Real Milwaukee on opening day to talk about the lineup.Here's a look at the 2016 Marcus Amphitheater Headliners:• (6/29) Selena Gomez with special guests DNCE and Bahari• (6/30) Pitbull with special guest Farruko• (7/1) Blake Shelton with special guest Parmalee• (7/2) Chris Stapleton and Alabama Shakes• (/3) Tim McGraw with special guests Kacey Musgraves and Ryan Kinder• (7/5) Blink-182 with special guest All Time Low• (7/6) Def Leppard with special guests REO Speedwagon and Tesla• (7/7) Luke Bryan with special guest Frankie Ballard• (7/8) Paul McCartney• (7/9) Weezer and Panic!

Keep your vehicle clean: During Summerfest, Park and Ride lots become targets for thieves

Keep your vehicle clean: During Summerfest, Park and Ride lots become targets for thieves

MILWAUKEE -- No one likes to walk up to their vehicle and see that the window has been busted out and personal belongings have been stolen -- but it has happened in Milwaukee.

MILWAUKEE -- No one likes to walk up to their vehicle and see that the window has been busted out and personal belongings have been stolen -- but it has happened in Milwaukee.

Who were highest-paid performers at Summerfest in recent years?

Who were highest-paid performers at Summerfest in recent years?

MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest paid more for big name acts in 2012 and 2013 than organizers paid in 2014.That's according to the most recent tax returns available.Of the data available, The Eagles were paid the most for their 2013 performance, followed by Aerosmith in 2012.Last year's tax information, which includes a huge performance by The Rolling Stones isn't yet available.CLICK HERE for more on this story via the Milwaukee Business Journal.

MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest paid more for big name acts in 2012 and 2013 than organizers paid in 2014.That's according to the most recent tax returns available.Of the data available, The Eagles were paid the most for their 2013 performance, followed by Aerosmith in 2012.Last year's tax information, which includes a huge performance by The Rolling Stones isn't yet available.CLICK HERE for more on this story via the Milwaukee Business Journal.

"New shirts that look cool:" Brew City Brand Apparel prepares for Summerfest

"New shirts that look cool:" Brew City Brand Apparel prepares for Summerfest

MILWAUKEE -- Some of you have already started selecting what you'll wear to this year's Big Gig, but others will wait until they see some of the new looks available on the Summerfest grounds.

MILWAUKEE -- Some of you have already started selecting what you'll wear to this year's Big Gig, but others will wait until they see some of the new looks available on the Summerfest grounds.

Safety first: Coast Guard officials add patrols on Lake Michigan during Summerfest's 11-day run

Safety first: Coast Guard officials add patrols on Lake Michigan during Summerfest's 11-day run

MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest attracts hundreds of thousands of people to Maier Festival Park each year -- and the U.S. Coast Guard has added patrols on Lake Michigan to ensure everyone stays safe this festival season."One side of (the Summerfest grounds) is surrounded by water -- and a lot of people get on their boats, they come up, they anchor and they listen to the music from their boats," Eric Hopperdietzel with the U.S. Coast Guard said.

MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest attracts hundreds of thousands of people to Maier Festival Park each year -- and the U.S. Coast Guard has added patrols on Lake Michigan to ensure everyone stays safe this festival season."One side of (the Summerfest grounds) is surrounded by water -- and a lot of people get on their boats, they come up, they anchor and they listen to the music from their boats," Eric Hopperdietzel with the U.S. Coast Guard said.

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.