Your Guide to the Best Value Eats at Summerfest
These are the best taste (and wallet) tested things to grab for a quick bite.
Q&A: Meet Christopher Gilbert, Summerfest’s Stylish Emcee
The emcee of Summerfest’s AmFam House talks about pumping up a crowd, creating an experience, loving Milwaukee and those striking suits of his.
Our Culture Editor’s Picks for Weekend Two of Summerfest
Plus, bonus picks from the rest of the team!
Miles for Music: Meet the Travelers of Summerfest
From Phoenix to Colorado to Peoria to Milwaukee, these festival pilgrims traveled hundreds of miles to come to Summerfest.
16 Highlights From the First Weekend of Summerfest
New Big Gig memories are piling up already, from a limber frontman to throwback bean swag to amazing vodka lemonades to “how did that drummer do that?!?”
Our Culture Editor’s Picks for Weekend One of Summerfest
Plus, bonus picks from the rest of the team!
A Summerfest Fanatic’s 10 Must-See Shows in 2026
After nearly six decades of going to Summerfest, Kris Kodrich knows what makes for a great show.
How Summerfest Shaped One Man’s Life and Love of Music
Since the very first Big Gig in 1968, Kris Kodrich has grown up and grown old at Summerfest.
Your Guide to Wisconsin Artists Performing at Summerfest 2026
Check out these local artists at the Big Gig: June 18-20, 25-27, July 2-4
How to Plan Your Summerfest Weekends by Genre
Summerfest doesn’t group its stages by genre – but if you’ve got your eye on a certain vibe, these are the dates (and stages) to consider.