Beyond Summerfest: 19 Huge Shows Hitting Milwaukee in 2025

Summerfest might get all the hype, but the real music marathon stretches way beyond those three weekends. Milwaukee's Maier Festival Park is locked and loaded with can't-miss shows from May through October.

May 2025 Concert: Sessanta with Primus, Puscifer & A Perfect Circle at American Family Insurance Amphitheater

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The 2025 Milwaukee concert season launches hard and loud on May 31st with Sessanta, featuring Primus, Puscifer, and A Perfect Circle. All three are fronted by the legendary Maynard James Keenan, so yeah, this one's going to be weird, wonderful, and worth it.

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June 2025: Alison Krauss & Union Station at Milwaukee's BMO Pavilion

June slows things down in a great way. On June 6, Alison Krauss & Union Station featuring Jerry Douglas will bring their Grammy-winning bluegrass to the BMO Pavilion.

August 2025 Concerts in Milwaukee: From Cyndi Lauper to Pantera and Styx

August is packed with legends and genre chaos. You've got Cyndi Lauper, Pantera, Big Time Rush, Simple Plan, Styx, the incredible Leon Bridges, Neil Young, and Billy Idol with Joan Jett, all within the same month. Consider this your official excuse to live in Milwaukee for 30 days.

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Fall 2025 Concerts at Maier Festival Park: Doobie Brothers, Black Keys & More

September to October aren't slouching. Catch the Doobie Brothers, The Black Keys, Falling In Reverse, Jordan Davis, and Pierce The Veil closing out the season with fall energy and full-volume vibes.

For all event details and ticket info, visit Milwaukee World Festival's website.

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