Summerfest

Ashley Osborn

Lilith Czar

The Big Gig enters its second year of weekend-only operations. COVID-19 concerns moved Summerfest dates to the fall last year, but 2022's festivities will take place during the traditional midsummer period. Despite the diversity of headliners at the American Family Insurance Amphitheater — the final weekend features Rod Stewart (sharing the bill with Cheap Trick), Backstreet Boys and Thomas Rhett — don’t overlook the other stages, where some headline-worthy artists will play in the late afternoon and early evening. Choice acts still on tap include Lilith Czar (July 7), The Black Crowes (July 8) and Bob Mould (July 9). All Amphitheater shows require a separate ticket; visit summerfest.com for more info.

American Family Insurance Amphitheater headliners: Jason Aldean, Gabby Barrett, John Morgan, 6/23; Lil Wayne, Wiz Khalifa, Wu-Tang Clan, 6/25; Disturbed, Lamb of God, Chevelle, 6/30; Machine Gun Kelly, Avril Lavigne, iann dior, 7/1; Halsey, The Marías, Abby Roberts, 7/2; Rod Stewart, Cheap Trick, 7/7; Backstreet Boys, 7/8; Thomas Rhett, Ryan Hurd, Rhett Akins, 7/9.

June 16 update: Statement from Justin Bieber’s tour promoter AEG Presents:

“In light of Justin’s ongoing recovery, the remaining US Justice Tour shows scheduled for June and early July, including at Summerfest at the American Family Insurance Amphitheater in Milwaukee, WI on Friday, June 24, 2022 will be postponed. Justin continues to receive the best medical care possible, is upbeat about his recovery, and is looking forward to getting back out on the road and performing for his fans overseas later this summer."  

Details on the rescheduled Summerfest show will be made public shortly.  Refunds will be available at the point of purchase once the rescheduled date has been determined. Tickets will be honored for all rescheduled dates.

Fans who previously purchased tickets for the Justin Bieber concert at Summerfest presented by American Family Insurance on June 25 will receive a digital 2022 Summerfest General Admission ticket valid any day of the festival.

press release: Summerfest will take place over three weekends, Thursdays through Saturdays, June 23-25, June 30-July 2, and July 7-9, 2022.

Just announced: Sir Rod Stewart, the legendary two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inducted singer-songwriter today announced 19 newly added dates for his highly anticipated 2022 North American summer tour with special guests Cheap Trick, including July 7, 2022, during Summerfest at the American Family Insurance Amphitheater.  

Produced by Live Nation and kicking off June 10 in Vancouver, BC, the 38-date tour will be Stewart’s first in four years and promises an unprecedented night of iconic hit songs from one of the best-selling music artists of all time.  

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 53rd edition of the festival will take place September 2-4, 9-11, and 16-18, 2021.  Summerfest features over 1,000 performances on 12 stages, along with food, beverages, and activities, all in a world-class festival setting.  For more details, visit Summerfest.com, or Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram: @Summerfest.