The Biggest Music Festival in Wisconsin is Back

Wisconsin is home to some of the best music festivals in the country, but one yearly gathering of music lovers towers over all the others.

The festival has not only become a destination for regional and national fans, but it is also one of the most iconic in the world. And now, the much-anticipated 2025 lineup has just been announced.

The Iconic Summerfest Tradition

Held annually in Milwaukee since 1968, Summerfest has been recognized by Guinness World Records as "The World’s Largest Music Festival" based on attendance, with over 800,000 to 900,000 people attending each year.

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Three Weekends of Nonstop Music

The festival is so massive that it spans three weekends in June and July. With hundreds of acts performing across multiple stages, this year’s lineup promises to be another unforgettable experience for music lovers.

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2025 Summerfest Headliners

This year’s headlining acts include Def Leppard, Hozier, James Taylor, Lainey Wilson, The Killers, Megan Thee Stallion, Benson Boone, and The Lumineers.

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More Than Just Headliners

While the headliners draw massive crowds, many festival goers know that some of the best performances happen before the main events. Highlights from the hundreds of additional acts include Whiskey Myers, Natasha Bedingfield, DEVO, The Isley Brothers, BABYMETAL, CAKE, Chicago, Richard Marx, and many more.

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Affordable Ticket Prices

Summerfest is known for its remarkably affordable ticket prices. Right now, you can purchase a 9-day general admission pass for just $57, which grants access to most of the festival’s performances.

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Amphitheater Shows Require Separate Tickets

All headlining performances take place at the American Family Insurance Amphitheater, and these shows require a separate ticket. Prices for these tickets vary depending on the artist.

If you want to see the entire lineup and secure tickets for any of the shows, you can find everything you need here.

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