Summerfest 2023 Opening Day

The Big Gig is here! Summerfest kicked off its 55th anniversary Thursday, June 22. The event will take place over three consecutive weekends -- Thursday-Saturday, June 22-24, June 29-July 1, and July 6-8.

Stomp Out Hunger in southeast Wisconsin: Bring 3 get into Summerfest FREE!

Bring three cans of healthy fruits or vegetables (or any 3 non-perishable food items) to the Summerfest gates on Thursday, June 22 and receive one (1) free admission ticket to get into Summerfest from noon to 3 p.m. that day.

Summerfest 2023: Transportation and directions

As downtown and the Third Ward continue to grow, it’s imperative for Summerfest fans to be informed on how to best navigate their Summerfest visit by utilizing must-known travel routes and preferred parking lot locations, transit options, ride-share, bikes, and more.

Rockonsin bands showcased at Summerfest; 10 finalists revealed

The 2023 Rockonsin state finalist bands that will be showcased at Summerfest this season were revealed on Monday, May 15.

Summerfest 2023: American Family Insurance House lineup revealed

Summerfest announced on Monday, May 15 the lineup for the American Family Insurance House, the smallest stage at the festival.

2023 Summerfest; activities, promotions to celebrate 55th anniversary

Summerfest is inviting fans to help celebrate the festival’s 55th anniversary by offering a wide variety of activities and promotions, commemorating this milestone year.

Summerfest jobs: Seasonal workers wanted, 2K+ positions

With Summerfest coming up fast, there is a rush to hire seasonal workers. Organizers, looking to hire more than 2,000, held a job fair Saturday.

Milwaukee World Festival job fair; 2K seasonal workers needed

More than 2,000 seasonal workers are needed from May-October 2023 for the upcoming festival season at Maier Festival Park on Milwaukee's lakefront. 

Summerfest headliner; Ne-Yo on July 8

It has been announced that Ne-Yo will take the stage with Miller Lite at Summerfest's BMO Pavilion on Saturday, July 8.

2023 Summerfest lineup announced

The Big Gig is back for three weekends this summer with more than 100 artists for the festival’s 55th anniversary.

'Summerfest Night' at Milwaukee Admirals game on April 14

Summerfest in partnership with the Milwaukee Admirals announce “Summerfest Night” at the Milwaukee Admirals game on Friday, April 14.

2023 Summerfest; Fest Fan contest, enter through March 31

Summerfest is celebrating its 55th anniversary this year and is looking for fans 18 years and older to share their favorite memory of Summerfest and ultimately be named the Fest Fan of the Past 55.

Summerfest headliner; Lauren Daigle on July 6

Summerfest announced Monday, March 6 that Lauren Daigle will headline for the BMO Pavilion with Miller Lite on Thursday, July 6.

Summerfest headliner; Styx on July 7

Summerfest announced Monday, Feb. 27 that Styx will headline the BMO Pavilion with Miller Lite on Friday, July 7.

Summerfest headliner; Earth, Wind & Fire on June 30

Summerfest announced Monday, Feb. 20 that Earth, Wind & Fire will headline the BMO Pavilion with Miller Lite on Friday, June 30.

Summerfest headliner; The Avett Brothers on June 23

Summerfest announced Monday, Feb. 20 that The Avett Brothers will headline the BMO Pavilion with Miller Lite on Friday, June 23.