The 38th annual Paperfest returns to Sunset Park in Kimberly, Wisconsin, July 16-19, 2026, with four days of free live entertainment, family activities, and patriotic celebrations honoring America’s 250th birthday.
Presented by Community First Credit Union, the festival features its largest music lineup ever — 38 bands across 3 stages — with national headliners Blue Öyster Cult, Lauren Alaina, and Smash Mouth. Wisconsin favorites The Glam Band and Boogie & the Yo-Yo’z are also on the bill, along with a highly anticipated performance by Vic Ferrari featuring special guest Brad Gillis, a legendary guitarist who has performed with Night Ranger and Ozzy Osbourne.
Matthew Boots, Paperfest Event Director, said:
“We’re excited to welcome everyone back for another incredible weekend. Paperfest has always been about bringing people together. Thanks to our volunteers, sponsors, and attendees, we’re able to provide four days of free entertainment while giving back to organizations that make our communities stronger.”…