Summerfest 2024 headliner; Tyler Childers on June 28

Summerfest announced Tuesday that Tyler Childers will headline the American Family Insurance Amphitheater on Friday, June 28, 2024.

MCTS: 62K+ rides to Summerfest 2023

Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) provided more than 62,000 rides to attendees of Summerfest, during its 55th anniversary celebration.

New Red Cross blood van; Summerfest fans, Generac donate $55K

With the help of hundreds of Summerfest fans, Generac donated $55,000 generated from fans to the Red Cross for a critical blood services vehicle.

Summerfest 2023 attendance, weekend dates for next year announced

Summerfest just wrapped up for the year, but organizers are already looking ahead to 2024 – announcing the three-weekend dates for next year.

Summerfest Fan Appreciation Day closes 2023: 'What a high'

Summerfest ended its 2023 run on a high note with Fan Appreciation Day Saturday, July 8. Fans had a chance to win $1 million.

Summerfest starts last weekend, seniors get in free

Summerfest kicked off its last weekend of 2023 Thursday, July 6 – and people over the age of 60 got in free from noon to 4 p.m.

Air quality, weather impact Summerfest's start to 2nd weekend

As Summerfest kicked off its second weekend of 2023 Thursday. No smoke machines were necessary with an air quality alert in effect.

Summerfest STEM, Milwaukee kids take behind-the-scenes tour

Students from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee got a VIP tour of the Summerfest grounds Tuesday – seeing the big gig from a STEM point of view.

Warm Milwaukee weather, Summerfest fans keep cool through 1st weekend

The first weekend of this year's Summerfest wrapped up Saturday – and the heat didn't stop large crowds from hitting the grounds. Fans kept cool, though.

Summerfest lineup, food brings fans back for 2023 Big Gig

Summerfest fans are excited for another year of fun that kicked off at noon Thursday, June 22. The acts and food are what brings crowds to the lakefront.

Kicking off Summerfest 2023

Brian Kramp checks out new food and new merch at Summerfest

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.