Summerfest 2019

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Summerfest 2019: Wisconsin’s Biggest Music Festival 

Summerfest isn’t your ordinary music festival. Let the numbers speak for themselves: 850,000 people make the pilgrimage to Milwaukee each year to watch over 800 acts and 1,000 performances take place on 12 stages across 11 days. It’s a music event of massive proportions, with an exciting lineup of hot acts and emerging talent side by side with local favorites spanning all genres including hip hop, alternative rock, indie, classic rock, country, and everything else in between. Its title of the World’s Largest Music has been vetted since 1999 by the Guinness World Records, so you know you’re making music history when you attend this one-of-a-kind mammoth music festival!

‘Make no mistake: Summerfest is both quality and quantity, giving you the opportunity to see the all your favorite artists in a world-class festival setting.’

Since its inception in 1968, Summerfest has become a well-loved Milwaukee summer tradition, attended by locals and visitors from all over the United States and abroad. You’ll also get a chance to sample some of Milwaukee’s finest food at the event, and down it with a beer in hand while watching your favorite acts. No other festival can hold a candle to the experience offered at Summerfest; it’s the most fun way to kick off summer! Past lineups have included Imagine Dragons, the Dave Matthews Band, Marshmello, the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers, Bruno Mars, Motley Crue, and many more stellar performers. A peek into the 2019 lineup: Bon Iver with special guests Lord Huron and Julien Baker, Jason Aldean, and Ozzy Osbourne.

Where to view Summerfest 2019

Summerfest takes place at the stunning grounds of the Henry Maier Festival Park by Lake Michigan in downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Some stages will be located within the American Family Insurance Amphitheater.

General Admission, Multiday passes, and Weekday Admission tickets are available.

How to get around Milwaukee

The Milwaukee County Transit System provides visitors with simple and easy options for traveling to and from the festival venue. It’s ideal to get yourself an MCTS Card to make use of the bus service conveniently. Uber is Summerfest’s official rideshare provider; an Uber Zone within the venue will be provided for pickup and drop-offs.

Other public transport options include the Wisconsin Coach Lines, Racine & Kenosha Service, Ozaukee County Express, the GO Riteway Summerfest Shuttle which departs from Washington County, Badger Bus Madison Service, and Amtrak. Those driving to the venue can make use of the parking lots at the festival grounds, just purchase parking lot passes online.

Where to stay for Summerfest 2019

There are several excellent accommodation options for every budget by Lake Michigan. Considering over 800,000 people attend Summerfest each year, the best way to ensure you get a room at a hotel is to book as early as possible.

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Things to do in Milwaukee

Milwaukee has tons of award-winning restaurants to dine in and homegrown breweries to explore. The city is home to many renowned entertainment establishments, so there’s lots to do after dark. Be sure to drop by The Jazz Estate and catch an unforgettable jazz act. Savor a craft cocktail or beer at the many clubs and bars throughout town. After all, Milwaukee has the reputation of being one of the most popular drinking towns in the United States! Nurse your hangovers by kayaking down the Milwaukee River, or go on a day trip to Morgan Falls, Parfrey Glen, or Mirror Lake.

Summerfest 2019 Dates

Summerfest takes place on June 26 – June 30, then July 2-7, 2019.