Summerfest Announces U.S. Cellular® Connection Stage Headliners and Dates
Rapper/Songwriter/Producer T.I. will headline the stage on July 5th, replacing Ludacris, who was previously announced as a headliner.
MILWAUKEE (April 25, 2019) – Today Summerfest presented by American Family Insurance announced the highly anticipated lineup of headliners slated for the U.S. Cellular® Connection Stage with FM106.1.
Rapper/Songwriter/Producer T.I. will headline the stage on July 5th, replacing Ludacris, who was previously announced as a headliner.
The schedule for the U.S. Cellular® Connection Stage with FM106.1. (with help from the following iHeartMedia stations: 95.7 BIG FM, 97.3 The Game, and V100.7) is as follows:
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June 26
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10:00 p.m.
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HANSON
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June 27
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4:00 p.m.
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X
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9:45 p.m.
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LANCO
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June 28
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10:00 p.m.
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Styx
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June 29
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10:00 p.m.
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TBA
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June 30
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4:00 p.m.
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Riley Green
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8:00 p.m.
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Jimmie Allen
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10:00 p.m.
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Brothers Osborne
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July 2
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8:00 p.m.
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Trap Manny
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10:00 p.m.
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A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie
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July 3
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4:00 p.m.
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Nora Collins
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6:00 p.m.
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Brandy Clark
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8:00 p.m.
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Lindsay Ell
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10:00 p.m.
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Lauren Alaina
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July 4
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9:45 p.m.
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Chris Janson
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July 5
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4:00 p.m.
10:00 p.m.
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Leonid & Friends
T.I.
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July 6
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10:00 p.m.
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Semisonic
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July 7
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10:00 p.m.
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Dylan Scott
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“We are excited that the U.S. Cellular® Connection Stage will continue to work with FM106.1 and offer this great mix of artists,” said Jared Blecha, Director of Sales for U.S. Cellular®. “Our stage is a source of pride for all of us and after celebrating our new stage last year we look forward to our second year of great music powered by the technological enhancements we made.”
New this year, U.S. Cellular® is offering Summerfest fans a chance to win the Ultimate Summerfest Experience. One lucky winner and their guest will receive a two day and two night stay in Milwaukee, WI to attend Summerfest. The winner will receive tickets to the show of their choice at the American Family Insurance Amphitheater, a backstage tour of the U.S. Cellular® Connection Stage, Captain’s Deck hospitality passes, a Summerfest merchandise package, cash for travel expenses and a Summerfest gift card for food and beverage. To enter, fans can visit a U.S. Cellular® store or text SFEST19 to 89635 from April 25-May 5.*
*By texting SFEST19 to 89635 you agree to receive one message to the number provided with a link to the sweepstakes entry from U.S. Cellular. Message & data rates may apply. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Making a purchase will not increase your chances of winning. Sweepstakes ends 5/5/19. Open to legal residents of the 48 contiguous U.S./D.C. 18 yrs+ (19+ in AL & NE). Void in AK, HI, & where prohibited. Visit usccevents.com/summerfest for Official Rules, full eligibility/entry/prize details and odds. Privacy: uscellular.com/site/privacy.
Listen to all of your favorite artists playing the U.S. Cellular® Connection Stage on the iHeartRadio App.
Ticket prices for Summerfest are as follows:
- The U.S. Cellular® 11-Day Power Pass is available for $120 and includes admission for all 11 days
- The U.S. Cellular® 3-Day Pass is available for $57 and is valid for one general admission per day on three different days of the festival
- General admission tickets are only $23
- $15 for weekday tickets (entry valid prior to 4:00 p.m.)
To purchase tickets and see the full Summerfest lineup and festival information, visit https://summerfest.com.
All performers and show times are subject to change.
About U.S. Cellular®
U.S. Cellular® is the fifth-largest full-service wireless carrier in the United States, providing national network coverage and industry-leading innovations designed to elevate the customer experience. The Chicago-based carrier offers coverage where the other carriers don’t and a wide range of communication services that enhance consumers’ lives, increase the competitiveness of local businesses and improve the efficiency of government operations. To learn more about U.S. Cellular®, visit one of its retail stores or www.uscellular.com. To get the latest news, promos and videos, connect with U.S. Cellular® on Facebook.com/uscellular, Twitter.com/uscellular, and YouTube.com/uscellularcorp.
About iHeartMedia Milwaukee:
iHeartMedia Milwaukee owns and operates WMIL-FM, WRIT-FM, WKKV-FM, WISN-AM, WRNW-FM, WOKY-AM, and is part of iHeartMedia. iHeartMedia is the number one audio company in the United States, reaching nine out of 10 Americans every month – and with its quarter of a billion monthly listeners, has a greater reach than any other media company in the U.S. The company’s leadership position in audio extends across multiple platforms including 850 live broadcast stations; streaming music, radio and on demand via its iHeartRadio digital service available across more than 250 platforms and 2,000 devices including smart speakers, digital auto dashes, tablets, wearables, smartphones, virtual assistants, TVs and gaming consoles; through its influencers; social; branded iconic live music events; and podcasts as the #1 commercial podcast publisher globally. iHeartMedia also leads the audio industry in analytics and attribution technology for its marketing partners, using data from its massive consumer base. iHeartMedia is a division of iHeartMedia, Inc. (PINK: IHRTQ). Visit iHeartMedia.com for more company information.
About Summerfest presented by American Family Insurance
Following its 1968 debut, 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 hottest stars, emerging talent and local favorites along with approximately 800,000 people from Milwaukee and around the world each year for an unforgettable live music experience. During the festival, the spotlight shines on over 800 acts, over 1,000 performances, 12 stages, delectable food and beverages and interactive activities, all in a world-class festival setting. Summerfest 2019 takes place June 26-June 30 and July 2-7, 2019, closed on July 1. For more details, visit Summerfest.com, Facebook.com/summerfest or Twitter: @Summerfest.
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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