Country music fans rejoice, Keith Urban to headline the Marcus Amphitheater on June 26th
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee World Festival, Inc.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee World Festival, Inc.
Summerfest officials announce course changes for "Rock 'n Sole" Run 5K
MILWAUKEE (WITI) – Summerfest Foundation, Inc.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) – Summerfest Foundation, Inc.
Linkin Park to headline Summerfest on June 30th
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- On Thursday, November 11th Summerfest announced the second major show slated for the 2015 festival.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- On Thursday, November 11th Summerfest announced the second major show slated for the 2015 festival.
JUST ANNOUNCED: Florida Georgia Line is first Summerfest show slated for 2015
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Even as the temperatures are headed south, Summerfest is booking acts for 2015.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Even as the temperatures are headed south, Summerfest is booking acts for 2015.
It's already time to start thinking about next summer! Rock 'n Sole Run registration OPEN!
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The fifth annual Summerfest Rock ‘n Sole Run presented by BMO Harris Bank will be held Saturday, June 13 at 7:00 am in 2015.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The fifth annual Summerfest Rock ‘n Sole Run presented by BMO Harris Bank will be held Saturday, June 13 at 7:00 am in 2015.
Despite fog, rain & colder weather, Summerfest attendance is up for 2014
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Despite fog, rain and cooler-than-normal temperatures, 851,879 passed through the gates of Summerfest 2014.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Despite fog, rain and cooler-than-normal temperatures, 851,879 passed through the gates of Summerfest 2014.
Until next year, Summerfest staff say farewell until 2015!
Summerfest 2014 is in the books -- but planning is already well underway for the 2015 Big Gig.
Summerfest 2014 is in the books -- but planning is already well underway for the 2015 Big Gig.
Paramedics respond after man collapses at Summerfest gate
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Fire officials tell FOX6 News a man collapsed at a gate at Summerfest on Friday evening, July 4th.The man was not carrying identification.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Fire officials tell FOX6 News a man collapsed at a gate at Summerfest on Friday evening, July 4th.The man was not carrying identification.
Saying "thank you" to those who have served: Summerfest offers free admission to military members
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Music, food...and a strong sense of patriotism.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Music, food...and a strong sense of patriotism.
Check it out: Brian Kramp hangs at Henry Maier Festival Park, talks with Fitz & The Tantrums
On the Fourth of July -- Summerfest was still rockin'!That's where we found Brian Kramp during Studio A on Friday, July 4th.He played a fun game called "Band, or Firework?" with folks -- and then sat down with Michael Fitzsimmons and Noelle Scaggs of Fitz and the Tantrums!
On the Fourth of July -- Summerfest was still rockin'!That's where we found Brian Kramp during Studio A on Friday, July 4th.He played a fun game called "Band, or Firework?" with folks -- and then sat down with Michael Fitzsimmons and Noelle Scaggs of Fitz and the Tantrums!
The Hold Steady: Check out interviews with the band, enjoy music from acoustic set
"The Hold Steady" is a band that's playing at Summerfest Thursday night, July 3rd at 10 p.m. on the U.S. Cellular Connection Stage.Before that, they’re stopping at 88Nine Radio Milwaukee for a special “private” performance.It’s a series at the radio station called Studio: Milwaukee Summerfest Sessions.Click the video above to check out an interview with the band and to enjoy music from their acoustic set at the radio station.The band is described on its Facebook page as "a bunch of dudes who rock the hell out of Brooklyn, as well as the rest of the world."Their new album "Teeth Dreams" is now available.
"The Hold Steady" is a band that's playing at Summerfest Thursday night, July 3rd at 10 p.m. on the U.S. Cellular Connection Stage.Before that, they’re stopping at 88Nine Radio Milwaukee for a special “private” performance.It’s a series at the radio station called Studio: Milwaukee Summerfest Sessions.Click the video above to check out an interview with the band and to enjoy music from their acoustic set at the radio station.The band is described on its Facebook page as "a bunch of dudes who rock the hell out of Brooklyn, as well as the rest of the world."Their new album "Teeth Dreams" is now available.
Have plans for 4th of July weekend? Learn about fun events taking place
From fireworks to Summerfest -- there are plenty of activities taking place this 4th of July weekend.
From fireworks to Summerfest -- there are plenty of activities taking place this 4th of July weekend.
$100,000 donated to Earn & Learn program, benefits young people
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- For the last three years, Jeremy Mack has spent his summers at the Big Gig.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- For the last three years, Jeremy Mack has spent his summers at the Big Gig.
Assault on bus from Summerfest, Milwaukee Co. Sheriff's Office seeks suspects
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help in identifying suspects who assaulted a man and woman on a Milwaukee County Transit System bus from Summerfest to a park and ride lot just after midnight on Monday, June 30th.The victims boarded the MCTS shuttle at Summerfest to the College Avenue SW Park & Ride lot.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help in identifying suspects who assaulted a man and woman on a Milwaukee County Transit System bus from Summerfest to a park and ride lot just after midnight on Monday, June 30th.The victims boarded the MCTS shuttle at Summerfest to the College Avenue SW Park & Ride lot.
Returning to the stage for their 20th anniversary: Outkast headlines Summerfest Sunday
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Headlining the Marcus Amphitheater at Summerfest on Sunday, June 29th -- Outkast, with special guest Gary Clark Jr.Ingenious and iconic recording artists and performers, Antwan “Big Boi” Patton and André "3000" Benjamin announced via Outkast’s newly launched social media platforms, their return to the stage for their 20th anniversary will include festival dates around the world.The influential group will be the marquee act at over 40 festivals around the world throughout the Spring/Summer of 2014.To sum up Gary Clark Jr.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Headlining the Marcus Amphitheater at Summerfest on Sunday, June 29th -- Outkast, with special guest Gary Clark Jr.Ingenious and iconic recording artists and performers, Antwan “Big Boi” Patton and André "3000" Benjamin announced via Outkast’s newly launched social media platforms, their return to the stage for their 20th anniversary will include festival dates around the world.The influential group will be the marquee act at over 40 festivals around the world throughout the Spring/Summer of 2014.To sum up Gary Clark Jr.
Summerfest 2014: Getting to the Big Gig...and the acts you can see while you're there
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Summerfest 2014 is here!
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Summerfest 2014 is here!
"I'm a human radio:" Downtown Harrison puts on unique show at Summerfest
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A beautiful Sunday on the Summerfest grounds, with sunny skies and warm temperatures on Sunday, June 29th -- and Outkast headlining the Marcus Amphitheater on Sunday night.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A beautiful Sunday on the Summerfest grounds, with sunny skies and warm temperatures on Sunday, June 29th -- and Outkast headlining the Marcus Amphitheater on Sunday night.
Summerfest attracts people from around the world, attendees from over 40 countries
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- It may be billed as the BIG GIG, but Summerfest certainly makes for a small world.You expect the Badger red to be pretty prominent at Summerfest, but at Henry Maier Festival Park, the love comes from well-beyond our Badger State borders.From India to Indiana, where ever there is, getting here has become a must for more than the locals who love it."We, clearly, have an audience around the world that`s interested in what`s happening here, in Milwaukee, with The World`s Largest Music Festival," said John Boler, Summerfest chief marketing officer.Boler says recent national and international media coverage has people from around the world, landing by lakefront."Last year, our attendee-base definitely came from our region, as it normally does, but we also hosted attendees from 50 states in the U.S., and over 40 countries," said Boler.This year, Summerfest continues to covet an eclectic crowd, and one which appears to appreciate all attendees."I`ve seen some international people, and I`ve noticed on t-shirts, you know, from several different areas.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- It may be billed as the BIG GIG, but Summerfest certainly makes for a small world.You expect the Badger red to be pretty prominent at Summerfest, but at Henry Maier Festival Park, the love comes from well-beyond our Badger State borders.From India to Indiana, where ever there is, getting here has become a must for more than the locals who love it."We, clearly, have an audience around the world that`s interested in what`s happening here, in Milwaukee, with The World`s Largest Music Festival," said John Boler, Summerfest chief marketing officer.Boler says recent national and international media coverage has people from around the world, landing by lakefront."Last year, our attendee-base definitely came from our region, as it normally does, but we also hosted attendees from 50 states in the U.S., and over 40 countries," said Boler.This year, Summerfest continues to covet an eclectic crowd, and one which appears to appreciate all attendees."I`ve seen some international people, and I`ve noticed on t-shirts, you know, from several different areas.
How are bands booked for the Big Gig? Brian Kramp gets a behind the scenes look
When it comes to Summerfest, it's all about the music.
When it comes to Summerfest, it's all about the music.
New attraction: Summerfest Live Lounge offers interactive fan experiences
The Summerfest Live Lounge is one of Summerfest's new attractions this year.
The Summerfest Live Lounge is one of Summerfest's new attractions this year.















