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.
Stomp Out Hunger: Summerfest food drive collects 21,000 pounds of food
We have the number! A total of 21,000 pounds of food have been collected at Summerfest this year by FOX6 and Johnson Controls.
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 55th Anniversary merch
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.
Milwaukee's 55th Summerfest starts Thursday; new ways to get there
Summerfest 2023 starts Thursday, and a lot of work has gone into making sure it goes off without a hitch.
Milwaukee's 55th Summerfest starts Thursday; new ways to get there
Summerfest 2023 starts Thursday, and a lot of work has gone into making sure it goes off without a hitch.
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.
Free Summerfest tickets; Milwaukee organizations drum up Big Gig hype
Summerfest celebrated 55 days to the 55th Big Gig with a number of promotions and ticket giveaways Friday, April 28.
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.