6/13 GuitarTown Music Festival: A Celebration of Les Paul & Original Wisconsin Music

The "Wizard of Waukesha" is calling!
On Saturday, June 13th, downtown Waukesha transforms into GuitarTown—a full-throttle, one-day immersion into the sound that changed the world. Join us at Cutler Park as we honor the legendary Les Paul with a festival that’s anything but standard.
Whether you’re a lifelong "axeman" or just love a good beat, this is a total Gold Top experience featuring the next generation of Wisconsin talent, high-voltage exhibits, and plenty of local flavor.
FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS
6 ORIGINAL WISCONSIN BANDS: Catch a curated lineup of the state's best original artists as they find their signature sound on the main stage. Lineup announced March 31st.
THE INSTRUMENT PETTING ZOO: Don’t be fretful—get hands-on and find your own rhythm with a variety of instruments. Perfect for kids and future rockstars!
THE HERITAGE TOUR: Take a burst of inspiration as you explore the iconic Waukesha sites where Les Paul’s journey began.
EXHIBITS & EATS: From high-voltage music exhibits to local food trucks and craft brews, the vibes are strictly "Studio Quality."
THE DETAILS
DATE: Saturday, June 13, 2026

TIME: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM

LOCATION: Cutler Park, Downtown Waukesha, WI

ADMISSION: Free and family friendly

RAIN DATE: Sunday, June 14, 2026
WHY WE'RE CELEBRATING
Waukesha is the birthplace and final resting place of Les Paul—the father of the electric guitar, multi-track recording, and amplified sound. We’re keeping his spirit of innovation alive by providing a massive platform for Original Music and the artists who create it.
As Chad Smith (Red Hot Chili Peppers) says: "Get loud, Wisconsin!"
GET INVOLVED
Want to play, volunteer, or sponsor the event?
Visit: www.guitartownfest.com/
Presented by Gibson Guitars, Sound Check Entertainment in conjunction with the City of Waukesha.
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