Summerfest 2026 Reveals Massive Lineup, Tickets on Sale Now

Garth Brooks, Post Malone, Jelly Roll, and more to headline Milwaukee's iconic summer music festival.

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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Summerfest, one of the largest music festivals in the U.S., has announced over 150 performers for its 2026 edition, which will span three weekends from June 16 to July 4. The festival will kick off with back-to-back performances by country music star Garth Brooks, followed by headliners like Megan Moroney, Post Malone, Ed Sheeran, Cody Johnson, Jelly Roll, Alex Warren, and Muse across the three weekends.

Why it matters

Summerfest is a beloved annual tradition in Milwaukee, drawing hundreds of thousands of music fans from across the region. The festival's diverse lineup and long-running history make it a significant cultural event, showcasing both established and up-and-coming artists.

The details

Summerfest 2026 will take place over the course of nine days and three weekends, starting on June 16 and ending on July 4. The festival will feature around 600 acts performing across 12 stages. While the full lineup will not be released until May, some of the confirmed headliners include Garth Brooks, Megan Moroney, Post Malone, Ed Sheeran, Cody Johnson, Jelly Roll, Alex Warren, and Muse.

  • Summerfest 2026 will kick off on Tuesday, June 16 and Wednesday, June 17 with back-to-back performances by Garth Brooks.
  • Summerfest Weekend 1 will take place from June 18-20, with Megan Moroney as one of the headliners.
  • Summerfest Weekend 2 will be held from June 25-27, featuring headliners Post Malone, Ed Sheeran, and Cody Johnson.
  • Summerfest Weekend 3 is scheduled for July 2-4, with Jelly Roll, Alex Warren, and Muse among the headliners.

The players

Garth Brooks

A renowned country music star who will open Summerfest 2026 with back-to-back performances on June 16 and June 17.

Megan Moroney

A rising country music artist who is one of the headliners for Summerfest Weekend 1 from June 18-20.

Post Malone

A popular hip-hop and pop artist who is among the headliners for Summerfest Weekend 2 from June 25-27.

Jelly Roll

A rapper and singer-songwriter who is one of the headliners for Summerfest Weekend 3 from July 2-4.

Summerfest

One of the largest music festivals in the U.S., held annually in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

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What’s next

Tickets for Summerfest 2026 are on sale now, and fans are encouraged to purchase them early as the festival is expected to sell out quickly.

The takeaway

Summerfest 2026 promises to be an exciting and diverse music festival, with a lineup that caters to a wide range of music fans. The festival's long-running history and iconic status make it a must-attend event for music lovers in the Midwest and beyond.