Top 10 Best Things to Do in Milwaukee During Summerfest 2014
The Summerfest is an annual 11 day music festival held every June at the Henry W. Meier Summerfest Grounds in Milwaukee, WI, America. During this period, residents and visitors of Wisconsin enjoy heart-throbbing performances from regional, international, and local musicians. Organizers schedule the performances in the 11 stages scattered all over the 75 acre Henry W. Meier Summerfest Grounds. Apart from enjoyable music, other Summerfest attractions people enjoy during this occasion are comedy acts, children’s activities, and the opportunity to sample quality brews and a variety of palatable cuisines from some of the most popular restaurants and brewers from all over Milwaukee. As of June 25th this year (2014), the Summerfest in Milwaukee will celebrate its 47th anniversary. The festivities will run through to Sunday, June 29, shut down on Monday, June 30, and then reopen on Tuesday, July 1 through to July, 6 2014. Buy your admission ticket now when organizers are still offering tickets at discounted prices. During the shut-down on June 30, other top 10 best things to do in Milwaukee during Summerfest 2014 are:
10. Milwaukee County Zoo
When you travel to Milwaukee County in Wisconsin this year for the Summerfest, the Milwaukee county Zoo is a popular tourism attraction that you should consider visiting. This expansive 800,000 m2 facility harbors cheetahs, bonobos, Humboldt penguin, and even polar bears that you can watch and learn about, with the guidance or professional rangers. The Milwaukee County Zoo also has numerous picnic spots and a host of interesting recreational activities you can enjoy with you family members and or friends, while in Milwaukee.
9. Milwaukee Riverwalk
Milwaukee has many heritage neighborhoods with wonderful points of interests that you can enjoy by yourself, with your family members, and or friends during the Summerfest 2014. The Milwaukee Riverwalk, for instance, is an interesting activity to engage in on a warm summer afternoon. While on this world’s famous walkway, you will be able to view panoramic scenes of the Milwaukee River. With the company of other touring enthusiasts in Milwaukee, WI, you will access popular tourist attractions sites such as the Lakeshore Park, Henry Aaron State Trail, and interesting pubs, cafeterias, and restaurants.
8. Mitchell Park Domes
The Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory, commonly known as Mitchell Park Domes, is an enchanting botanical attraction in the County of Milwaukee, WI that is suitable for nature lovers. If you want to get away from the loud musical performances held at the Henry W. Meier Summerfest Grounds, you should spare time and visit this popular attraction. The domes are peaceful and fun. They exhibit three distinct climates; tropical climate, desert climate, and a floral show dome that features seasonal floral displays for visitors to enjoy.
7. Charles Allis Art Museum
While the Summerfest held yearly in Milwaukee targets music lovers, art lovers also have a reason to be in this county throughout the festive occasion. If you love art, for instance, do not forget to visit the Charles Allis Art Museum, formerly known as the Charles Allis House. Charles Allis, a prominent businessperson in Milwaukee, WI, built this Tudor-style mansion in 1911. This exquisite mansion is in the heart of Milwaukee County and houses Charles Allis’s popular art collection.
6. Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum
Another popular attraction for art lovers in Milwaukee, WI is the Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum. This David Alder landmark hosts some of the most colorful objects you can find in the United States of America (USA). It also has picturesque gardens that are not only beautiful, but also creates an ambient environment for lovers. The Villa Terrace Art Museum takes the number six spot on our review of the top 10 best things to do in Milwaukee during Summerfest 2014
5. Grohmann Museum
The fifth most popular summer attraction in Milwaukee, WI is the Milwaukee School of Engineering’s Grohmann Museum. In addition to its sculpted rooftop garden, which is also its major attraction, you will also learn about the evolution and development of man, which is this Museums main theme. When the Summerfest shuts down on Monday, June 30, you will never regret having visited the Grohmann Museum.
4. Milwaukee Art Museum
The Milwaukee Art Museum is among the most popular wings in the Santiago Calatrava Pavilion, completed on May, 4 2001. The Museum, consisting of four flours packed with a rotating selection of paintings, photographs, decorative arts, self-taught and folk arts, and drawings, is an international symbol of Wisconsin, and one of the best attraction sites in the United States (US). Visit it for an experience of a life time.
3. Milwaukee Public Market
The Milwaukee Public Market is an eatery in the heart of Wisconsin. Apart from the specialty food vendors that serve delicious meals in this market, you can also find fresh dinner ingredients to enjoy with your family members and or friends after a long and tiresome day at the Summerfest. You can also buy chocolates, flowers, and fine wine.
2. Miller Park
The Miller Park in Milwaukee is a large, 12,000-tonne enclosure with a seven-pane retractable roof. It is the perform spot for tailgating enthusiasts. The park also host habitual parties that visitors can enjoy, whenever there is a home game. While enjoying the 2014 Summerfest in Milwaukee, you will not regret sparing time and visiting this park.
1. Summerfest Music Festival
The Summerfest Music Festival is the major activity that takes place during the Summerfest occasion in Milwaukee Wisconsin. It closes our review of the top 10 best things to do in Milwaukee during Summerfest 2014. This year, visitors should expect enthralling performances from internationally acclaimed musicians such as Bruno Mars and Aloe Blacc on June, 25 2014, Lady Gaga on June, 26 2014, Brad Paisley and Darius Rucker on June, 27 2014, REO Speedwagon on June, 28 2014, and finally, OutKast, .38 Special, and Gary Clark Jr. on June, 29 2014. Make sure you buy your tickets for the event early.