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Thursday: Harley Day At Summerfest

Thursday: Harley Day At Summerfest

Milwaukee is the home of Harley-Davidson motorcycles, and there was no shortage of them Thursday at the Big Gig. Read more »

Businessmen Lunching At Summerfest

Businessmen Lunching At Summerfest

Most people who come to Summerfest are dressed in shorts and T-shirts…casual attire. You don’t often see many button up shirts and ties, but there are a few. Read more »

Storm Clouds Cast Shadow On Summerfest

Storm Clouds Cast Shadow On Summerfest

Day 7 of the Big Gig is well underway, but ominous storm clouds have been casting a shadow on the Summerfest grounds throughout the day. Read more »

People Braving The Rain At Summerfest

People Braving The Rain At Summerfest

Almost as soon as the clock struck noon, the gates at Summerfest opened up and so did the skies. Dark clouds, thunder and heavy rain blanketed the area right away. Visitors and vendors tried to take cover. Read more »

Colbie Caillat Plays Marcus Amphitheater

Colbie Caillat Plays Marcus Amphitheater

John Mayer headlined at the Marcus amphitheatre Wednesday night. His show opened with another hot name - Colbie Caillat. Read more »

Many Hours Devoted To Summerfest Setup

Many Hours Devoted To Summerfest Setup

The music at Summerfest is, of course, a big attraction for many, but you can’t forget the food or the people watching. It takes hours of fine tuning to get each band set up and ready to play. Read more »

Ari Herstand Brings "Looping" To Summerfest

Ari Herstand Brings "Looping" To Summerfest

Summerfest always has a great mix of classic groups and up and coming musicians. TODAY'S TMJ4's George Mallet got to talk with one of those up and comers. Read more »

Summerfest Vendors Having A Tough Time

Summerfest Vendors Having A Tough Time

A slowdown in sales at Summerfest: vendors say they’re having a tough time moving product this year. Read more »

Skyglider A Popular Summerfest Staple

Skyglider A Popular Summerfest Staple

It's a quarter mile long ride above Summerfest. From the Skyglider, you can see everything: all the stages, all the booths, all the excitement rain or shine. Read more »

Candlebox Rocks Summerfest

Candlebox Rocks Summerfest

Even if you are only a casual rock n roll fan, you've heard "Candlebox" on your radio. This year the soul-inspired grunge band is back at Summerfest. Read more »

Vintage Guitars At Summerfest

Vintage Guitars At Summerfest

Want to find the coolest place at Summerfest? All you need to do is check out the Columbia Saint Mary’s tent. It’s got hot music and cool air conditioning. Read more »

Number Fours Shirts At Summerfest

Number Fours Shirts At Summerfest

Don’t forget about the Summerfest vendors: you can find some pretty unique stuff at Summerfest. Read more »

Video Game Controversy At Summerfest

Video Game Controversy At Summerfest

The U.S. Army agreed Tuesday to remove a virtual urban warfare game at a Summerfest exhibit that allowed festival goers to hop into a Humvee and fire machine guns. Read more »

Finding Love At Summerfest

Finding Love At Summerfest

We all know about the thrills of Summerfest, but for some, Summerfest is more than a giant concert. In Positively Milwaukee, how the Big Gig helped one local couple find love. Read more »

Price Of Corn Affecting Summerfest Vendor

Price Of Corn Affecting Summerfest Vendor

The price of corn is rising quickly across the country and it’s putting the pinch on a landmark Summerfest vendor. Read more »

Summerfest Is A Favorite For Old 97's

Summerfest Is A Favorite For Old 97's

They've become Summerfest regulars. Before the Old 97's played Saturday night, the lead singer spoke with TODAY'S TMJ4 Tom Murray. Read more »

Getting A Taste Of Old And New At Summerfest

Getting A Taste Of Old And New At Summerfest

Summerfest may be 41 years old this year, but there's always something new to see...and eat! TODAY’S TMJ4 got a little taste of the old AND the new on opening day Thursday. Read more »

Park 'N Ride Locations For Summerfest

Park 'N Ride Locations For Summerfest

For a fast and easy way to get to Summerfest, park free at any of the 11 Park ‘N Ride lots. Read more »

Local Ska Band First To Play Summerfest

Local Ska Band First To Play Summerfest

It's an honor just to play at Summerfest, but what about being the opening band on opening day? Milwaukee ska band "The Invaders" were the first thing people saw as they entered the Summerfest mid-gate Thursday. Read more »

Waiting All Day To See LeAnn Rimes

Waiting All Day To See LeAnn Rimes

Most people bounce from stage to stage to check out the different acts at Summerfest, but TODAY’S TMJ4’s Tom Murray met two ladies that were waiting all day Thursday to see one special singer. Read more »

Beating The Heat On Day One Of Summerfest

Beating The Heat On Day One Of Summerfest

The heat is on at Summerfest. It was a sweaty afternoon Thursday for first day fans taking in the Big Gig. Read more »

Great American Country Taping At Summerfest

Great American Country Taping At Summerfest

Summerfest is a mix of all genres, including country! "Great American Country" is making its premiere at the festival this year. Read more »

NBA Draft Party At Summerfest

It's the world's largest draft party at the world's largest music festival Thursday night! Read more »

"Drowning Pool" At Summerfest

"Drowning Pool" At Summerfest

The world's largest music festival brings big and small name acts to Milwaukee. Stevie Wonder performed at the Marcus Amphitheatre Thursday. But there are dozens of bands on the side stages. Read more »

Going Green At Summerfest

Going Green At Summerfest

Summerfest is going green this year, and festival organizers are proud of the new things they're doing to help the environment. Read more »

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