THIENSVILLE, WISCONSIN, June 24, 2026—Some of the best blues musicians in the Midwest will take the stage on Saturday, September 19, when the Thiensville Blues Fest: Blues, Bikes & Brews returns to Village Park.
Thiensville Blues Fest continues its mission of establishing Thiensville as a premier destination for live blues music while offering a full day of entertainment for music lovers, motorcycle enthusiasts, craft beer fans, and families alike.
“We were thrilled by the response to the Thiensville Blues Fest and are excited to bring it back even bigger and better this year,” said Katherine Egelhoff, President of Downtown Thiensville. “From world-class blues musicians to great food, craft beer, motorcycles, and family-friendly activities, this event truly offers something for everyone. We are thrilled to be welcoming international artists to the Village as well.”
The festival will feature a full day of live music on the Main Stage beginning at noon. Performers include Cameron Webb & His Soul & Blues Revue, Third Coast Blues Collective featuring special guests Benny Rickun and Big Al Dorn, Otto Junior Band, Paul Filipowicz, and renowned headliner Sheryl Youngblood Band. Tom Holland and the Shuffle Kings will perform throughout the day on the Pavilion Stage, keeping the blues flowing from start to finish.
Direct from Norway, Otto Junior Band brings a fresh, high-energy take on modern blues that has earned international acclaim across Europe and beyond. Blending deep blues roots with soulful vocals, infectious grooves, and a contemporary edge, their award-winning guitarist and songwriter has become one of Scandinavia’s most exciting blues artists.
In addition to outstanding live music, attendees can enjoy a craft beer tasting experience and expanded beer garden featuring a variety of craft and domestic beers. Guests can relax under the Lakefront Brewery tent while enjoying the festival atmosphere along the banks of the Milwaukee River.
The festival’s popular “Bikes & Brews” elements return with free motorcycle parking for riders, while the fan-favorite Beardsconsin Beard Contest offers participants the chance to compete for bragging rights and celebrate Wisconsin’s beard culture.
Families are encouraged to attend and can enjoy inflatable attractions, provided and staffed courtesy of Elite Sports Club, located near the pavilion, making Thiensville Blues Fest a welcoming event for all ages.
Food trucks and marketplace vendors will be located throughout the festival grounds, offering everything from barbecue and burgers to sweet treats, handcrafted goods, jewelry, accessories, gifts, and blues-inspired merchandise from local artisans and businesses.
Main Stage Schedule:
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. — Cameron Webb & His Soul & Blues Revue
Milwaukee favorite Cameron Webb & His Soul & Blues Revue delivers a high-energy blend of soul, Motown, R&B, and blues, featuring powerful vocals and crowd-pleasing classics that get audiences on their feet.
2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. — Third Coast Blues Collective featuring Benny Rickun & Big Al Dorn
Showcasing some of the region’s finest blues talent, Third Coast Blues Collective brings authentic blues traditions to life with soulful vocals, dynamic musicianship, and electrifying performances.
4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. — Otto Junior Band
Internationally acclaimed Blues band Otto Junior Band from Norway combines classic Chicago blues, rhythm and blues, and soul for a performance that is both energetic and deeply rooted in tradition.
6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. — Paul Filipowicz
Chicago Blues Hall of Fame inductee Paul Filipowicz is known for his gritty vocals, masterful guitar work, and authentic Chicago blues sound developed over more than four decades on stage.
8:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. — Sheryl Youngblood Band
Closing out the evening, the headliner Sheryl Youngblood Band delivers a powerful mix of blues, soul, gospel, and R&B led by the award-winning vocalist and Chicago Blues Hall of Fame inductee. You won’t want to miss this.
Pavilion Stage: Tom Holland & the Shuffle Kings performing throughout the day. Tom is a blues veteran and crowd favorite who has spent decades earning his reputation as one of the Midwest’s premier blues guitarists, vocalists, and songwriters. Backed by the powerhouse Shuffle Kings, they deliver a dynamic blend of Chicago blues, swing, soul, and roots rock that showcases both exceptional musicianship and a deep respect for the blues tradition.
Admission to Thiensville Blues Fest is free. More details about the event, including vendor opportunities and festival information, are available at downtownthiensville.com/bluesfest.
About Downtown Thiensville
Our mission is to host and promote experiences that engage and connect people to the Village of Thiensville. We work to create a welcoming, vibrant Village and to make Thiensville a place where people want to live, work, shop, dine, and play. Improving Thiensville through community engagement.
