After it was confirmed that Garth Brooks will kick off Summerfest 2026 with a headlining set, organizers have added a second show due to popular demand.

The country superstar will now play two kick-off concerts on June 16-17, 2026 at the American Family Insurance Amphitheater in Milwaukee, marking Brooks’ first-ever performance at Summerfest, and his first show in Milwaukee in over a decade.

Concert can also join the Official Summerfest Garth Brooks Pre-Party, inside the South Gate of Henry Maier Festival Park, with live entertainment, food, beverages, specialty cocktails, and more. Additional details will be announced at a later date.

Sarah Pancheri, President and CEO, Milwaukee World Festival, Inc., said in a statement: “We are absolutely thrilled to welcome Garth Brooks to Summerfest and cannot imagine a better way to kick off the festival in 2026. This show is not to be missed. We’ve seen countless iconic performances over nearly six decades, and this promises to be one of the most memorable yet!”

For more information, visit summerfest.com.

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