He headlined the Super Bowl Halftime Show, and on Opening Night, Bruno Mars headlines Summerfest
MILWAUKEE (WITI) – Opening Night of Summerfest 2014 brings Bruno Mars to the Marcus Amphitheater!Bruno Mars will headline a show beginning at 7:30 p.m. -- with special guest Aloe Blacc.With 130 million singles sold worldwide, the 18-time GRAMMY® Award nominee and winner has made music history more than once, including such milestones as scoring his first five Billboard “Hot 100” chart-toppers faster than any male solo artist since Elvis Presley.In addition to his two acclaimed multi-platinum albums – 2010’s “DOO-WOPS & HOOLIGANS” and 2012’s “UNORTHODOX JUKEBOX,” of which share a combined certification total of 60 times platinum worldwide – Mars has logged an extraordinary catalog spanning 22 “Hot 100” hits, marking his numerous gifts as singer, songwriter, musician, and producer.A charismatic and irresistible live performer, he recently concluded the epic 2013 leg of the “Moonshine Jungle World Tour,” having performed sold-out shows in over 90 cities around the globe.Additionally -- Bruno Mars performed at this year's Super Bowl Halftime Show.Summerfest 2014 will take place June 25 – 29 and July 1 – 6 from Noon until Midnight and will be closed Monday, June 30th.
Packing more than just the Summerfest necessities: Many helping to "Stomp Out Hunger"
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Crowds of people couldn't wait to get into Summerfest for Opening Day on Wednesday, June 25th.
WATCH: Studio A's Brian Kramp LIVE on the Summerfest grounds on Opening Day!
Studio A's Brian Kramp was LIVE on the Summerfest grounds on Opening Day!
Chip shows us some of the activities fest-goers can enjoy at The Big Gig
Summerfest 2014 will take place June 25 – 29 and July 1 – 6 from Noon until Midnight and will be closed Monday, June 30.
Bob Babisch talks about booking bands for the Big Gig
Bob Babisch joins Real Milwaukee to talk about booking the bands for the Big Gig.Summerfest 2014 will take place June 25 – 29 and July 1 – 6 from Noon until Midnight and will be closed Monday, June 30.Henry Maier Festival Park will be rockin’ all day long with great music, daytime fun, the Big Bang Fireworks show and much more!
"Wheel in the Sky:" Summerfest adds 80-foot Ferris wheel to this year's Big Gig
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Summerfest has announced it is adding a Ferris wheel to this year's Big Gig!The Ferris wheel will be located at the north end of the festival grounds.The 80-foot ferris wheel will cost $5 to ride.This is just one of the many attractions added in the past couple years to enhance the daytime experience at the World's Largest Music Festival.Summerfest kicks off on June 25th!
Mark your calendar: Bring 3 and get into Summerfest FREE!
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- You can help FOX6, Johnson Controls and Summerfest“Stomp Out Hunger” in southeast Wisconsin.On the opening day of Summerfest, Wednesday June 25th, donate three (3) non-perishable food items between noon and 3 p.m. and you’ll receive one (1) free weekday admission ticket to get in to Summerfest free that day.Donations will be accepted at the Mid-Gate Promotions Booth as well as at the North Gate.
"I am not allowed to park there anymore:" Downtown parking spots disappearing as Summerfest begins
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Summerfest 2014 begins on Wednesday, June 25th -- and not everyone is excited about it.
Capitalizing on the construction: MCTS & bars that run shuttle buses will be busy during Summerfest
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Summerfest 2014 begins on Wednesday, June 25th -- and if you're driving there, it will be more difficult than it's been in the past -- but there are several cheap alternatives!Construction on the Hoan Bridge and I-794 has taken away many of the Third Ward lots and parking spaces Summerfest attendees have used in the past.In response, the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is slashing some of its shuttle fares -- while other shuttle providers are expecting to be even busier than usual."We started it years ago because Summerfest used to be our slowest time of year because everyone would be at Summerfest, but now they stop here, get something to eat, something to drink, and hop on the free shuttle bus," Jerry Steny -- the owner of Steny's Tavern & Grill said.Steny says every year, his fleet of shuttle buses takes 300 to 500 people to Summerfest -- daily!He's expecting even more riders this year.Just outside of Maier Festival Park, the familiar red barrels are accompanied by orange.
Summerfest brings big acts, but also a different community of artists: Merchants selling their wares
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- On the eve of Summerfest, vendors were busy making last-minute preparations ahead of the Opening Day rush!
Don't become a victim: Sheriff urges Summerfest Park & Ride users to protect their belongings
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke is issuing a reminder to Park & Ride lot users to take precautions to help prevent theft of any valuables left in their cars.
"Let's Paint the Town Red!" Summerfest announces "over quarter million dollar ticket giveaway!"
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An easy and convenient ride to Summerfest: Hop on the MCTS shuttle!
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Traffic and parking are a breeze when you ride to Summerfest on the bus!The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) offers several choices for an easy and convenient ride to Summerfest, Wednesday, June 25 to Sunday, June 29 and Tuesday, July 1 to Sunday, July 6, 2014.Take a bus or drive downtown (and park at one of many parking lots) and then take the Shuttle to the Summerfest North Gate.Those farther out can park at one of nine park-ride lots and take a Freeway Flyer to the Summerfest Mid Gate.Don’t forget those traveling from north of Milwaukee can take the Ozaukee County Express, too.DOWNTOWN SHUTTLE SERVICEThe Shuttle operates Downtown from 11:30 am to 12:30 am every day during Summerfest and provides service to the North Gate.Bus service runs every 10 minutes.Buses operate in both directions along Wisconsin Avenue (see map).When traveling to Summerfest, the Shuttle stops between N.
Traffic alert: Ryan Luck discusses upcoming construction, Summerfest
Ryan Luck with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation joins FOX6 WakeUp to talk about upcoming construction and Summerfest!
Annual Summerfest Rock-N-Sole race brings nearly 9,000 runners to Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- It's a little bit of rock, and a whole lot of running!
Just ONE DOLLAR round trip! Shuttle fares for Summerfest reduced!
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) has reduced the Summerfest Downtown Shuttle fares to ONE DOLLAR round trip (normally three dollars).
Get your tickets! Lorde to perform at BMO Harris Pavilion
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Two-time Grammy winner and pop star Lorde is coming to Milwaukee for the first time.
Summerfest savings! Plunk money down for a Power Pass
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- It might be on of the best ways to save money and get into Summerfest!
Summerfest launches new app, offers FREE weekday tickets
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Joining forces: Summerfest teams up with "Flying Car"...but what does it mean?
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Summerfest is teaming up with another event hitting Milwaukee this summer.The Big Gig is now partnering with the Greater Milwaukee "Flying Car" event."Flying Car" is a three-day event designed to celebrate innovation and raise awareness of the area's innovative business and creative talent.It coincides with Summerfest.Organizers of both events say the partnership will show Milwaukee as a great place for creative, talented professionals to live, work and play."It's combining and living off a tremendous world class brand and a world class asset that we have here in Milwaukee together with all of the innovation and creativity that we want to showcase in this part of Milwaukee," Jonas Prising, co-chair of Innovation in Milwaukee said.Summerfest will provide weekday admission tickets to Flying Car participants.Additionally, Briggs & Stratton will host "Flying Car Day" at the Briggs & Stratton Big Backyard on Thursday, June 26th.