Summerfest 2027 invites artists worldwide to apply by Dec. 2
The Milwaukee festival is seeking performers for its 12 stages through the Amplead platform. Applying is free, and selected acts get a paid 45- to 60-minute set.
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Artists who want to play Summerfest in Milwaukee in 2027 have until 11:59 p.m. Central time on Dec. 2, 2026, to apply. The festival is accepting submissions from artists "from all over the world" in partnership with the Amplead platform. More than 30 artists were selected for the 2026 festival this way.
According to Amplead, applying is free. At least 15 Amplead artists will be selected for a paid 45- to 60-minute performance on one of the 12 stages, with pay negotiated with the promoter after acceptance. Only selected artists will be notified, no later than May 1, 2027.
Summerfest 2027 runs over three weekends on the Lake Michigan shore: June 24-26, July 1-3 and July 8-10. Headliners already announced include Zac Brown Band, Foreigner, My Morning Jacket and Lake Street Dive.