Summerfest TechAI 2026 Programming
June 23-26, 2026
Summerfest TechAI returns with enhanced programming, expanded experiences, and even more Summerfest integration.
Programming details are forthcoming, but see updates below!
Locations: 3rd Street Market Hall, The Westin Milwaukee, Summerfest
Marquee Keynote: Chris Barton, Founder & former CEO of Shazam; tech entrepreneur, inventor, and investor
Tracks: Advanced Manufacturing Tech, Healthcare & BioTech, Fin & InsurTech, Food/Beverage/Agriculture Tech, Marketing Tech
Entrepreneur Alley Programming: Expanding to include Founder Feature sessions and Ecosystem Builder sessions
Badges: New this year, there's even more ways to experience the conference! See below for all the badge options, including our FREE option:
All-In Badge - $125
Admission to Summerfest TechAI Programming June 23-25 at Westin Downtown Milwaukee
Admission to the Marquee Speaker at Summerfest on June 26
Admission to Summerfest June 25-27, July 2-4
Two free beverages at June 23 Welcome Event at 3rd Street Market Hall
One free beverage at each Happy Hour location in Milwaukee's Innovation District June 24 (Experience Milwaukee Cafe at Wantable, Station 1846, Great Lakes Distillery)
June 26 Networking Event at Summerfest with two free beverages
$10 Conference Lunch Vouchers for June 24 and 25 at Downtown Kitchen
Summerfest VIP Deck Access June 25 with two free beverages
Marquee Speaker Badge - $75
Admission to Summerfest TechAI Programming June 23-25 at Westin Downtown Milwaukee
Admission to the Marquee Speaker at Summerfest on June 26 (includes access to Summerfest)
June 26 Networking Event at Summerfest with two free beverages
Entertainment Badge - $60
Admission to Summerfest TechAI Programming June 23-25 at Westin Downtown Milwaukee
Admission to Summerfest June 25-27
Two free beverages at June 23 Welcome Event at 3rd Street Market Hall
One free beverage at each Happy Hour location in Milwaukee's Innovation District June 24 (Experience Milwaukee Cafe at Wantable, Station 1846, Great Lakes Distillery)
June 26 Networking Event at Summerfest with two free beverages
$10 Conference Lunch Vouchers for June 24 and 25 at Downtown Kitchen
Summerfest TechAI Free Badge
FREE (Free with Registration)
Admission to Summerfest TechAI Programming June 23-25 at Westin Downtown Milwaukee
Drink Specials at each Happy Hour location in Milwaukee's Innovation District June 24 (Experience Milwaukee Cafe at Wantable, Station 1846, Great Lakes Distillery)
Admission to Summerfest on June 25