9 Things to Do Between the Tunes at Summerfest

9 Things to Do Between the Tunes at Summerfest

Don’t forget to check out all the fun beyond the music at the Big Gig!

1. Dean’s Dip Pickleball Village

Catch a celebrity pickleball tournament, do a clinic with a pro or sign up for free play with your friends at the Pickleball Village. Pickleball vendors including Centerline Athletics, Pickleball Kingdom, Prolite and more. View the daily schedule here

2. Astral Relics of the Great North Woods, an Interactive Light and Sound Experience

Attendees can wander through this dreamy North Woods inspired art installation, with interactive light and sound features for a completely immersive experience. 

“Astral Relics of the Great North Woods” at Summerfest 2025; Photo by Rich Rovito

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3. American Family Insurance House

The intimate venue, located just inside the Mid Gate, hosts exclusive artist meet and greets and other interactive experiences including: a swag station, photo booth and a backyard and rooftop hangout. The House is open daily from noon-8 p.m. 

Summerfest 2025; Photo by Deb Schaefer

4. BMO “Capture the Moon” Photo Op

One person will be selected each day to win the “BMO Rockstar” seats for that night’s BMO Pavilion headliner. Find the giant supermoon located near the BMO Gate at the south end of the park for a chance to win. 

5. The Mid Gate Market

Located inside the Mid Gate, the store has all of the festival-goer essentials, including snacks, cold sandwiches, sundries and other festival necessities. 

6. Gruber Law Offices Sportszone

The area dedicated to sports fans has daily interactive sporting events and entertainment provided by the BMX Stunt Team 4, Milwaukee Admirals, 4 Seasons Skate Park and more.  

7. Summerfest Dockside Bar

The Dockside Bar has lakeside seating so you can take in the city skyline with a beverage in hand. 

8. US Mode Lounge 

New to this year’s lounge is a larger-than-life interactive boombox game and selfie stations. The relaxation zone makes its return offering a shaded hangout for festival-goers in need of a recharge. 

9. Northwestern Community Park 

This park features an accessible playground and a family amenities building with accessible family restrooms, nursing mother’s stations and sensory rooms. Also taking place at the park is Lil Gig, a festival experience for kids ages 2-12 years with a family-friendly lineup of performers, music and activities. Click here to learn more.

Photo by Visit Milwuakee