Access to the World’s Largest Music Festival plus quiet nights and comfortable stays, get the best of both worlds when you stay in Wauwatosa. As the Big Gig fills Milwaukee with your favorite bands, fireworks, and festival fun, you can go for the good times and come back for stress and crowd-free shopping, dining, and drinks.
Where to Stay for Summerfest
Wauwatosa is just a 10-minute drive from Henry Maier Festival Park (the Summerfest grounds). Staying just a short drive away means you can avoid the downtown crowds before, during, and after the show. Take in all the Summerfest action, and venture back to Wauwatosa for a crisp, craft beer from a local brewery, plenty of unique boutiques, and places to rest up for another day of music, food, and more.
How to Get To Summerfest
Head to Camp Bar Tosa for a drink or two before the concert and pick up their shuttle from the bar to the Summerfest gates. There are also multiple options using public transit. The Milwaukee County Transit System’s CONNECT BRT line loops from Wauwatosa’s Watertown Plank Road Park and Ride lot to downtown Milwaukee every 10-15 minutes. And back this year, are MCTS’s Freeway Flyer rides. These Flyers offer a special shuttle from park and ride lots including the Watertown Plank Road Park and Ride, and the nearby Wisconsin State Fair park and ride.
Lineup More to do During Your Stay
Spend a day in Wauwatosa exploring all we have to offer. Whether you need a pick-me-up before a long day at Summerfest or a nightcap after the festival, we’ve got you covered. Stop by Vendetta Coffee Bar to enjoy your new favorite caffeinated beverage inside the gorgeous space or grab an espresso to go. Going to an evening show? Lion’s Tail Brewing Co. or Draft & Vessel are a must for a refreshing brew. Plus, enjoy their outdoor seating options on a gorgeous Wisconsin summer day. Camp Bar Tosa and Leff’s Lucky Town are a great post-concert spots for a nightcap.
The Fun Doesn’t Stop
The Big Gig isn’t the only reason to come to Milwaukee and Wauwatosa. Henry Maier Festival Park is also home to German Fest, Polish Fest, Black Arts Fest MKE, Bloody Mary Festival, Irish Fest, Mexican Fiesta, Petfest and more. They don’t call Milwaukee the “City of Festivals” for nothing. See the schedule and make your plans to stay in Wauwatosa.