Milwaukee's Summerfest Announces Star-Studded 2026 Lineup

Ed Sheeran, Myles Smith, Alex Warren and more to perform at the iconic music festival

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

Milwaukee's Summerfest has unveiled its full lineup for the 2026 edition of the iconic music festival, which will run over three weekends in June and July. Headliners include Garth Brooks, Ed Sheeran, Alex Warren, Jelly Roll, Myles Smith, Post Malone, Louis Tomlinson, Sean Paul, Jessie Murph, Audrey Nuna of HUNTR/X, Russell Dickerson, Flo Rida, and more. The festival will also feature performances from '90s hitmakers Third Eye Blind, Soul Asylum, Lisa Loeb, and Spin Doctors, as well as '80s acts Christopher Cross and Modern English.

Why it matters

Summerfest is one of the largest and longest-running music festivals in the world, drawing hundreds of thousands of attendees each year. The announcement of the 2026 lineup is highly anticipated, as it showcases Milwaukee's continued status as a premier destination for live music and entertainment.

The details

Summerfest 2026 will take place over three weekends: June 18-20, June 25-27, and July 2-4. A 9-day pass is available now through February 25th at midnight for just $58, and single-day general admission and 3-day passes, as well as VIP seating, are also on sale. The festival will feature multiple stages and a diverse lineup of artists spanning multiple genres, from pop and rock to hip-hop and country.

  • Summerfest 2026 will run from June 18-20, June 25-27, and July 2-4.
  • 9-day passes are available now through February 25th at midnight.

The players

Summerfest

One of the largest and longest-running music festivals in the world, held annually in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Garth Brooks

American country music singer and songwriter, one of the headliners for Summerfest 2026.

Ed Sheeran

English singer-songwriter, one of the headliners for Summerfest 2026.

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

What they’re saying

“Summerfest is one of the premier music festivals in the country, and we're thrilled to bring such a star-studded lineup to Milwaukee in 2026.”

— Don Smiley, President and CEO of Summerfest (hot1017.com)

What’s next

Tickets for Summerfest 2026 are on sale now, with 9-day passes available at a discounted rate through February 25th.

The takeaway

Summerfest's 2026 lineup showcases the festival's continued ability to attract top musical talent, solidifying its status as a must-attend event for music fans in the Midwest and beyond.