Rainbow Summer
Experience Harmonies Now Through July 29, 2026
Experience the interactive art installation, Harmonies by LeMonde Studio, during its extended stay at the Marcus Performing Arts Center Outdoor Grounds. Families can push, crank, and pull on the larger-than-life instruments to create their own music together. The installation will be on display through July 29, 2026.
About Rainbow Summer
Rainbow Summer, a free music and art festival, returns to the Marcus Performing Arts Center July 14-19, 2026.
The celebration features family activities and vendors on the Marcus Center’s beautiful South Lawn, live music performances on the covered stage of Peck Pavilion, and additional family-friendly activations along the Riverwalk leading to the KidZ Stage, a dedicated outdoor venue designed specifically for young audiences.
The 2026 lineup includes performances from:
- July 14: “Americana Night” featuring Goldpine
- July 15: “Soul Night” featuring The Soul Rebels
- July 16: “Feel Good Pop Night” featuring Boy Band Review
- July 17: “Latin Night” featuring Zonk Rolan and Nicole Nicolalde
- July 18: “Family Day and Night” featuring Milwaukee Ballet, Marcus Center’s “Broadway Bridges”, School of Rock Shorewood, Kid Boogie Down, CJ Chenier & the Red Hot Louisiana Band. Family activities include bounce houses, Carcade games, and the Bubble Lady
- July 19: “America250 & Veterans Recognition” featuring Angela Walker, Anthony Hibbler, and The Lloyd Stevens Band
About LeMonde Studio
LeMonde Studio is a creative leader in people-powered art. They combine art and sensible technology. Each piece is designed for engagement, continuing the Rainbow Summer tradition of artwork that is meant for play and exploration. Harmonies will be LeMonde Studio’s largest Milwaukee installation to date. Past installations include Light Lane in 2024 and Starlight in 2025.
