Rainbow Summer
Experience Harmonies July 14-19 During Rainbow Summer
In continued partnership with Marcus Performing Arts Center, Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 will bring a new interactive art installation to Rainbow Summer 2026. Harmonies by LeMonde Studio will introduce Milwaukee to a collection of larger-than-life musical instruments and objects that invite audience interaction. The installation will be on display at the Marcus Performing Arts Center Outdoor Grounds during Rainbow Summer, July 14-19, 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, 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.
