“Bring Your Fest Self” to Summerfest’s Opening Weekend
MILWAUKEE, WI (June 22, 2022) – Opening weekend of Summerfest presented by American Family Insurance kicks off TOMORROW, June 23, 2022. Here are some tips to ensure fans “Bring Your Fest Self” to Summerfest this year:
- Plan Ahead
- For the most up to date information on the festival, lineup, lodging, transportation options and more, visit Summerfest.com or download the official Summerfest App.
- Purchase tickets in advance at Summerfest.com, to avoid waiting in line.
- Arrive early to have the best spot to see your favorite artists, along with your favorite food and drinks, and experience all that Summerfest has to offer.
- Transportation
- Milwaukee World Festival, Inc. (MWF) is offering bus shuttle transportation to Summerfest during all nine days of the festival, June 23-25, June 30-July 2, July 7-9, 2022.
- Riders are strongly encouraged to pre-purchase round-trip tickets in advance at Tickets The Summerfest Store to reserve a seat, as there is potential for the service to sell out.
- Roundtrip fare is $15.00 – save money at the pump and take the Summerfest Shuttle!
- Pick Your Favorite Shows to See for Weekend One
- Download the official Summerfest App, fueled by Pepsi, and plan your day. Select what acts you want to see – headliners for weekend one include: Violent Femmes, The Band CAMINO, Steve Aoki, Big Boi, Zach Bryan, Anthrax, Dustin Lynch, Barenaked Ladies, Steve Miller Band, and many more.
- Plus, you won’t want to miss the incredible shows at the American Family Insurance Amphitheater which will include:
- June 23, at 7:30 p.m. – Jason Aldean with Gabby Barrett and John Morgan.
- June 25, at 7:30 p.m. – Lil Wayne, Wiz Khalifa, and Wu-Tang Clan.
- Get in FREE to Summerfest Opening Weekend
- Thursday, June 23 – Johnson Controls Stomp Out Hunger Day with Fox 6 Milwaukee
- All patrons who arrive between 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. and donate a minimum of two jars of peanut butter will receive one FREE admission ticket, valid for the day and time of the promotion only. All donations benefit Hunger Task Force.
- Friday, June 24 – Lou Malnati’s Children’s Fest Day with TMJ4 and 99.1 The Mix
- ALL patrons arriving between 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. on June 24 will be admitted for FREE
- Saturday, June 25 – Briggs & Stratton Mary Lou’s Closet Supply Drive
- The first 1,500 patrons who arrive between 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the Mid Gate and donate NEW deodorant, feminine hygiene products, and/or socks, with a total minimum value of $10, will receive one FREE admission ticket, valid for the day and time of the promotion only. All donations benefit United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County’s community schools.
- Bring the Essentials
- No backpacks of any size or bags larger than 9” x 10” x 12” will be allowed on the grounds.
- You can never be too prepared – be sure to bring non-aerosol sunscreen, a hat, a jacket, etc. just in case!
After weekend one, enjoy weekend two and three – Summerfest takes place June 23-25, June 30-July 2, and July 7-9, 2022. For more information and details visit Summerfest.com.
About Summerfest presented by American Family Insurance
Summerfest presented by American Family Insurance has evolved into what is now recognized as “The World’s Largest Music Festival” and Milwaukee’s cornerstone summer celebration, hosting the music industry’s biggest acts, emerging talent, and local favorites along with approximately 750,000 fans, for an unforgettable live music experience. The festival features over 1,000 performances on 12 permanent stages, along with food, beverages, and activities, all in a world-class festival setting. The 2022 edition will take place over three weekends June 23-25, June 30-July 2, and July 7-9. For more information, visit Summerfest.com, or Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and TikTok: @Summerfest.
Milwaukee World Festival, Inc. continues to fulfill its nonprofit mission of bringing the community together and providing a showcase for performing arts, activities and recreation to the public, through music and special events.
NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.
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