3rd Summerfest headliner revealed: Florida Georgia Line plays American Family Insurance Amphitheater June 30
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest officials have announced the third American Family Insurance Amphitheater headliner.
2nd Summerfest headliner announced: James Taylor, Bonnie Raitt to play American Family Insurance Amphitheater June 28th
MILWAUKEE -- James Taylor and his All-Star Band, with special guest Bonnie Raitt and Her Band will headline the American Family Insurance Amphitheater during Summerfest on Thursday, June 28th during Summerfest 2018, officials announced Tuesday, January 9th.According to a press release from Summerfest officials, Taylor and Raitt’s highly acclaimed summer tour played to sold-out crowds across the US last summer and celebrated their decades-long friendship.Tickets go on sale Friday, January 19th, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. at Summerfest.com and Ticketmaster.com and include admission to Summerfest.
1st Summerfest headliners announced: Logic, Halsey play American Family Insurance Amphitheater June 29th
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest officials have announced the first headliners for the American Family Insurance Amphitheater during Summerfest 2018.Halsey and Logic will perform Friday, June 29th along with a special guest -- TBA.
Coming to Summerfest: New Uline Warehouse stage to be built at Maier Festival Park
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"Get 'em while they're hot:" Tickets for Summerfest 2018 are now available
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest officials announced Thursday, November 2nd that admission tickets for the 2018 Big Gig are now available.Click here to purchase tickets online.
Summerfest "Rock 'n Sole Run" will not return so fest can refocus efforts on community initiatives
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee World Festival, Inc., and the Summerfest Foundation, Inc., announced on Monday, October 30th that the Summerfest Rock ‘n Sole Run, presented by BMO Harris Bank, will not return for 2018.The Rock ‘n Sole Run began in 2011 and drew thousands of runners along the lakefront, ending at Henry Maier Festival Park.
US Cellular Connection Stage torn down to make way for new, state-of-the-art venue
MILWAUKEE -- The U.S. Cellular Connection Stage at Summerfest was demolished on Wednesday, September 27th -- to make way for an all-new version.The stage that was torn down has been functional for the last 12 years.
Summerfest to reconstruct North Gate entrance with Community Plaza
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest's North Gate entrance at Henry Maier Festival Park will be reconstructed and upgraded with a new Community Plaza next to Urban Park.
Big Gig BBQ bringing mouthwatering meats to Summerfest grounds
MILWAUKEE -- The second annual Big Gig BBQ returns this weekend.
Summerfest's 50th proves to be a big success, even with heavy rain on opening day
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Federal judge rejects Summerfest's request for restraining order against Red Lobster
MILWAUKEE -- A federal judge has rejected Summerfest's request for a temporary restraining order against Red Lobster.The suit, filed in federal court, focuses on the restaurant chain's "Lobster and Shrimp Summerfest" promotion.
"A special party:" Big giveaways, including free admission for life mark last day of Summerfest's 50th
MILWAUKEE -- Sunday, July 9th marks the final day of Summerfest's 50th, and Milwaukee World Festival officials are celebrating with prizes.Many have shared that Summerfest's 50th edition has had special meaning, especially for those who grew up attending the Big Gig.
8-foot long selfie stick creates Summerfest's largest "Super Selfie" on U.S. Cellular stage
MILWAUKEE -- It was an epic night at Summerfest!
"A lot of work that goes into this:" Boys and Girls Club members get behind-the-scenes access at Summerfest
MILWAUKEE -- On Thursday morning, July 6th, members of the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Milwaukee got a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to make Summerfest's biggest shows happen.
"We want to thank our fans:" Summerfest 'Fan For Life' and free ticket giveaway announced
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Summerfest sues Red Lobster over "Lobster and Shrimp Summerfest" promotion
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest officials have filed a lawsuit against Red Lobster.The suit, filed in federal court, focuses on the restaurant chain's "Lobster and Shrimp Summerfest" promotion.In 2016, Summerfest asked Red Lobster to stop using the slogan and they agreed, but brought it back this year.Festival officials are asking Red Lobster to stop the advertising and that they be reimbursed for any damages or money lost.
On Opening Day of Summerfest 1 they made a deal: Now, wife keeps annual tradition alive, without her husband
MILWAUKEE -- Summerfest began in 1968, and the very first day of the inaugural Big Gig inspired another tradition for a Milwaukee husband and wife, one she's continued to this day -- without him.There was some rain at Summerfest on Sunday, July 2nd.