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
8 Beer Events Brewing in Milwaukee This Week: June 17-20
Summerfest kicks off this week. But if you’re not up for The Big Gig, there are plenty of smaller beer events happening in Milwaukee.
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.
13 Ways to Get Into Summerfest Free in 2026
Summerfest’s first weekend kicks off on Thursday. Take advantage of one of these deals to get in free!
15 Things We Learned at the 2026 Summerfest Preview Party
New food, new drinks, Jelly Roll’s piercing eyes and much more
Q&A: Shake James Talks His New 414 Day Sneakers
The “View Finder” Adidas Sambas release Saturday online and in store at the new Sneex location on Brady Street.
Here’s Who We’re Excited to See at Summerfest
The Summerfest lineup is here – these are some of the artists our editors are looking forward to seeing at the Big Gig.
Here’s the Summerfest Lineup for 2026
Here’s the lineup for this year’s Big Gig: June 18-20, 25-27, July 2-4
GigWatch: Our Culture Editor’s Picks for Weekend Three of Summerfest
Who to see at Milwaukee’s biggest music festival, according to our arts & culture editor.