June 29-July 3 and July 5-July 10
MILWAUKEE – Milwaukee’s Summerfest isn’t billed as “the world’s largest music festival” for nothing. Milwaukee World Festival, Inc. officials say the annual spectacular this year will be showcasing over 800 acts across 11 stages spread out over 11 days, drawing almost a million fans every year to enjoy performances by big-name acts representing all genres of music.
Scheduled performers this year include Martin Garrix, Willie Nelson, Rise Against, Passion Pit, Pit Bull, Death Cab for Cutie, Jason Derulo, Ryan Adams and Elle King.
In addition to all the fantastic music, there’s a bevy of delicious local food vendors, carnival rides, a Children’s Theater & Play zone and a brilliant fireworks display. Take a ride on the Sky Glider to get a birds-eye view of the festival, or enjoy the music from Lake Michigan’s beautiful shoreline. And because this is Wisconsin, there’s no shortage of ice-cold beer, and don’t forget to try the deep-fried cheese curds!
Check out the schedule below for a night out with your favorite music group.
Marcus Amphitheater Headliners:
- June 29 — Selena Gomez with special guest DNCE
- June 30 — Pitbull with special guest Farruko
- July 1 — Blake Shelton
- July 2 — Chris Stapleton & Alabama Shakes
- July 3 — Tim McGraw with Kacey Musgraves and Ryan Kinder
- July 5 — Blink 182 with special guest All Time Low
- July 6 — Def Leppard, REO Speedwagon, Tesla
- July 7 — Luke Bryan with special guest Frankie Ballard
- July 8 — Paul McCartney
- July 9 — Weezer and Panic! at the Disco
- July 10 — Sting and Peter Gabriel
BMO Harris Pavilion Headliners:
- June 29 — Kris Kristofferson, 8 p.m.
- June 29 — Willie Nelson, 10 p.m.
- June 30 — Styx, 9:45 p.m.
- July 1 — Commodores, 9:45 p.m.
- July 2 — Blue Oyster Cult, 3 p.m.
- July 2 — Billy Idol, 9:45 p.m.
- July 3 — Indigo Girls, 7:30 p.m.
- July 3 — BoDeans 9:45 p.m.
- July 5 — Hollywood Vampires, 9:45 p.m.
- July 6 — Andra Day, 9:45 p.m.
- July 7 — Cheap Trick, 9:45 p.m.
- July 8 — The Fray, 9:45 p.m.
- July 9 — Howard Jones, 6 p.m.
- July 9 — OMD, 8 p.m.
- July 9 — Barenaked Ladies, 9:45 p.m.
- July 10 — Kirk Franklin, 9:30 p.m.
Briggs & Stratton Big Backyard Headliners:
- June 29 — Joan Jett & The Blackhearts, 10 p.m.
- June 30 — Jack & Jack, 9:30 p.m.
- July 1 — O.A.R., 10 p.m.
- July 2 — Gavin DeGraw, 10 p.m.
- July 3 — The Wailers, 10 p.m.
- July 5 — Stephen “Ragga” Marley, 9:30 p.m.
- July 6 — The Grass Roots, 2:30 p.m.
- July 6 — Mike D (Dj Set), 10 p.m.
- July 7 — Kool & The Gang, 9:30 p.m.
- July 8 — Phil Vassar, 10 p.m.
- July 9 — Neil Finn, 4 p.m.
- July 9 — Ben Folds, 10 p.m.
- July 10 — Matisyahu, 9:45 p.m.
Harley-Davidson Roadhouse Headliners:
- June 29 — Finish Ticket, 8 p.m.
- July 29 — Fitz and The Tantrums, 10 p.m.
- June 30 — Umphrey’s McGee, 10 p.m.
- July 1 — Brian Fallon & The Crowes, 5 p.m.
- July 1 — Ray LaMontagne, 9:45 p.m.
- July 2 — Nelly, 9:45 p.m.
- July 3 — Rise Against, 10:15 p.m.
- July 5 — Charlie Aponte, 9:30 p.m.
- July 6 — Garbage, 9:30 p.m.
- July 7 — Violent Femmes, 9:45 p.m.
- July 8 — Elle King, 9:45 p.m.
- July 9 — Skillet, 9:45 p.m.
- July 10 — Ryan Adams and The Shining, 10 p.m.
Jo Jo’s Martini Lounge Headliners:
- June 29 — The Cougars, 8 p.m.
- June 30 — Boogie Men, 8 p.m.
- July 1 — 76 Juliet, 8 p.m.
- July 2 — Rhythm Kings, 8 p.m.
- July 3 — Eddie Butts Band, 8 p.m.
- July 5 — Stetsin & Lace, 8 p.m.
- July 6 — The Toys, 8 p.m.
- July 7 — Shag, 8 p.m.
- July 8 — The LoveMonkeys, 8 p.m.
- July 9 — Spoiled Rotten, 8 p.m.
- July 10 — Big Shoes, 8 p.m.
Johnson Controls World Sound Stage Headliners:
- June 29 — Morris Day and The Time, 10 p.m.
- June 30 — Black Violin, 8 p.m.
- June 30 — The Record Company, 10 p.m.
- July 1 — Taylor Dayne, 10 p.m.
- July 2 — Hippo Campus, 8 p.m.
- July 2 — Peter Bjorn and John, 10 p.m.
- July 3 — Otis Taylor, 8 p.m.
- July 3 — Bobby Rush, 10 p.m.
- July 5 — Terrance Simien & The Zydeco Experience, 8 p.m.
- July 5 — Buckwheat Zydeco, 10 p.m.
- July 6 — Sir Mix-A-Lot, 10 p.m.
- July 7 — Lucky Chops, 8 p.m.
- July 7 — Preservation Hall Jazz Band, 10 p.m.
- July 8 — Son Little, 8 p.m.
- July 8 — St. Paul & The Broken Bones, 10 p.m.
- July 9 — Gabriel Sanchez and the Prince Experience, 10 p.m.
- July 10 — Paul Cebar Tomorrow Sound, 8 p.m.
- July 10 — Femi Kuti & The Positive Force, 10 p.m.
Miller Lite Oasis Headliners:
- June 29 — Martin Garrix, 10:15 p.m.
- June 30 — Passion Pit, 10 p.m.
- July 1 — Timeflies, 10:15 p.m.
- July 2 — Randy Houser, 10:15, p.m.
- July 3 — The Roots, 9:45 p.m.
- July 5 — Jason Derulo, 10 p.m.
- July 6 — X Ambassadors, 10 p.m.
- July 7 — The Decemberists, 10 p.m.
- July 8 — Common, 10:15 p.m.
- July 9 — Death Cab For Cutie, 10:15 p.m.
- July 10 — 311, 10 p.m.
Uline Warehouse Headliners:
- June 29 — “Weird Al” Yankovic, 10 p.m.
- June 30 — Joe Jackson, 9:30 p.m.
- July 1 — Richard Marx, 9:45 p.m.
- July 2 — Mayor Hawthorne, 10 p.m.
- July 3 — Bruce Hornsby & The Noisemakers, 10 p.m.
- July 5 — Gin Blossoms, 10 p.m.
- July 6 — Hunter Hayes, 9:30 p.m.
- July 7 — 38 Special, 9:30 p.m.
- July 8 — Young The Giant, 10 p.m.
- July 9 — Chris Isaak, 10 p.m.
- July 10 — Chase Rice, 10 p.m.
U.S. Cellular Connection Stage Headliners:
- June 29 — Dustin Lynch, 10 p.m.
- June 30 — Michael Franti & Spearhead, 10 p.m.
- July 1 — Chris Lane, 4 p.m.
- July 1 — Willy Porter, 8 p.m.
- July 1 — KT Tunstall, 10 p.m.
- July 2 — Rachel Platten, 10 p.m.
- July 3 — Kane Brown, 10 p.m.
- July 5 — Michael Ray, 8 p.m.
- July 5 — Granger Smith featuring Earl Dibbles Jr., 10 p.m.
- July 6 — Milky Chance, 10 p.m.
- July 7 — Drew Baldridge, 4 p.m.
- July 7 — Brothers Osborne, 10 p.m.
- July 8 — Eric Hutchinson, 10 p.m.
- July 9 — Cam, 10 p.m.
- July 10 — Jana Kramer, 10 p.m.
Summerfest runs June 29 through July 3 and July 5 through July 10. Performance dates are posted to Summerfest.com.