MCTS encourages you to ride the bus to Summerfest

MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is once again offering several options for Summerfest goers to get to the Big Gig.

Get into Summerfest for free Wednesday, help the Hunger Task Force

MILWAUKEE -- On Wednesday, June 27th, Summerfest's opening day, you can get into the fest for free -- no ticket required!

Crews prep for extreme heat as Summerfest gets set for kick off

MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest kicks off it's 45th anniversary festival Wednesday, June 27th, and forecasters say it's going to be a steamy start to the Fest!

Summerfest gears up for 45th anniversary festival kick off

MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest 2012 kicks off Wednesday, June 27th, and this year is a chance to celebrate the festival's 45th anniversary.

New BMO Harris Pavilion to debut at Summerfest 2012

MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest organizers say the sounds will be smoother, the sights will get better and the crowds even bigger at the the new BMO Harris Pavilion.

2nd annual Summerfest Rock 'n Sole Run is a success

MILWAUKEE -- Big changes for the second annual Summerfest Rock 'n Sole Run made for success on Saturday, June 23rd.

Gearing up for the second annual "Rock 'n Sole Run"

MILWAUKEE -- Thousands of runners will pound the pavement at the second annual "Rock 'n Sole Run" on Milwaukee's lakefront Saturday.

VISIT Milwaukee to give away 450 Summerfest tickets

MILWAUKEE -- VISIT Milwaukee is handing out 450 free tickets to Summerfest Friday, June 22nd at noon. 

Stomp Out Hunger and get into Summerfest free

MILWAUKEE -- You can help FOX6, Johnson Controls and Summerfest "Stomp Out Hunger" in southeast Wisconsin.

Polish Fest, Lakefront Festival of Arts brings weekend fun to lakefront

MILWAUKEE -- There were more crowds than usual at Milwaukee's lakefront this weekend, as there were two festivals taking place blocks away from one another.

Summerfest offers new food and beverage items

MILWAUKEE -- When you enter the gates at Summerfest this year, you'll have several new food and beverage offerings from which to choose.

Business Journal Report (6-7-12)

In business news for Thursday, June 7th, 2012 -- Summerfest is seeing strong growth in business revenue with an expected nine percent increase in business group sales and corporate sponsorships.

Summerfest Rock 'n Sole Run reaches 90% capacity

MILWAUKEE -- Time is running out for runners to register to take part in the Summerfest Rock 'n Sole Run on Saturday, June 23rd.

Discovery World hosts 45th anniversary Summerfest exhibit

MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest is celebrating its 45th anniversary this year, and Summerfest fans can relive the Big Gig's year's past through a special exhibit at Discovery World.

Counting Crows, BOSTON, My Morning Jacket to headline BMO stage

MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest officials have announced Counting Crows, BOSTON and My Morning Jacket will headline at the new BMO Harris Pavilion outside of Summerfest.

Foo Fighters slated to headline at Summerfest

MILWAUKEE -- Foo Fighters will headline the Marcus Amphitheater on Thursday, June 28th during the 45th anniversary of Summerfest.

Summerfest unveils 2012 Emerging Artists Series

MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest unveiled the Emerging Artists Series lineup slated for the U.S. Cellular Connection Stage during the 2012 edition of the Big Gig.

Train, Kelly Clarkson slated to headline at Summerfest

MILWAUKEE — Train and Kelly Clarkson will headline Summerfest at the Marcus Amphitheater stage on Friday, June 29th along with special guest Brett Dennen.Tickets go on sale Saturday, May 12 at 11 a.m. and include Summerfest admission.