LIVE from Summerfest: Music That Heals, Can't-Miss Performances & Festival Favorites

LIVE from Summerfest: Music That Heals, Can't-Miss Performances & Festival Favorites

Broadcasting live from Summerfest, Sandy Maxx spotlights the people and performances making this year's festival special. Hear how MUSIC6S is using the power of music to help veterans and first responders heal from trauma, meet a musician local band The Weary World, and enjoy a conversation with Emmy-winning actor Hank Azaria about bringing his Bruce Springsteen tribute band to Summerfest. Plus, get insider festival picks, weekend concert recommendations, and the must-see shows still to come at the Big Gig!

Summerfest, Strawberry Fest & More Things to Do Around Milwaukee This Weekend!

Looking for fun things to do in Milwaukee and southeastern Wisconsin this weekend? Sandy Maxx shares her top picks on Wisconsin's Morning News; including Summerfest Weekend Two, Cedarburg Strawberry Festival, the Xaverian Mission Festival, Juneteenth Gospel Fest, family concerts, art openings, live jazz, bonsai exhibits, bike races, street drags and the Kenosha Civic Veterans Parade. Whether you are into festivals, music, art, family activities, cycling, racing or patriotic celebrations, Sandy has ideas to help you make the most of the weekend.

Summerfest Weekend 2 Preview

Ed Sheeran, Pickleball! And of course all of the acts you need to see on the side stages. Plus what are the interesting crafts and works of arts that you can see at the Big Gig? Sandy Maxx has all the details!

Sunday What's On Tap: Sandy Maxx recaps Summerfest so far!

Sandy Maxx shares highlights from the first weekend of Summerfest!

Summerfest Soundcheck 2026

Are you ready for Summerfest? Milwaukee World Festival’s President and CEO Sarah Pancheri and Chief Revenue Officer Kevin Canady sit down with WTMJ’s Sandy Maxx to preview Summerfest 2026, including this year’s including this year’s lineup, free admission deals, festival tips and what’s new on the Milwaukee lakefront. From amphitheater headliners to food, family activities and immersive art, they breakdown how to make the most of this year’s festival.