Festivals
Asian Food Festival Coming to Veterans Park
More than 70 vendors selected for Minnesota-based festival, scheduled for Aug. 22-23.
Jul 30th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Festival Will Crown Wisconsin’s Best IPA
Third Space Brewing hosts 10th annual event; ticket sales running ahead of last year.
Jul 28th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
County Bus Shuttles Returning to Summerfest
Shuttle fares now higher for trips to and from Summerfest.
May 13th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
The Last Paycheck of Don Smiley
He was supposed to be replaced as Summerfest CEO in 2024. So what happened?
Dec 17th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Two New Festivals Coming to Lakefront
Freshwater Food & Wine Festival and Rock and Roll Fest to debut in 2026 and 2027.
Nov 12th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Summerfest Attendance 8% Higher Than Last Year
But was still below numbers for pre-pandemic two-week format.
Jul 15th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
What’s That Big Inflated Crazy Thing At Summerfest?
Behold 'Astral Relics of the Northwoods.' You can walk through it.
Jun 21st, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Streetcar Will Run On Consolidated Route During Summerfest
Consolidated Festivals Line will bring every streetcar to lakefront.
Jun 11th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
See Milwaukee Night Market’s 2025 Schedule
Monthly market to kick off 2025 season on June 11.
Mar 18th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Silver City Fest Returns in September
The southside festival will hold its 13th installment next month, showcasing area restaurants, local talent and more.
Aug 30th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Rain Soaked Summerfest Sees Attendance Drop
Festival reports rain was a factor on six of nine days.
Jul 12th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Trace Adkins Will Headline RNC Welcome Party
County singer stars at 'Red, White and Brew' party on Sunday, July 14 on lakefront.
Jun 25th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
