Live Music

2026 LIVE MUSIC LINEUP

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SMASH MOUTH

THURSDAY - 8:30PM

Smash Mouth is a Grammy-nominated, American rock band whose burst onto the global stage in the late 1990’s, Smash Mouth quickly became a household name with chart-topping hits like “Walking on the Sun,” “All Star,” and “I’m a Believer.”  

SPONSOR: AIT BUSINESS TECHNOLOGIES & WIXX

LAUREN ALAINA

FRIDAY - 9:30PM

Making history as the first female national headliner at Paperfest, Lauren Alaina rose to fame as the runner-up on American Idol. Known for hits like “Road Less Traveled,” and fan favorites “What Ifs” with Kane Brown and “One Beer” with Hardy.

SPONSOR: COMMUNITY FIRST, Y100

VIC FERRARI

THURSDAY - 8:00PM

THEIR BACK! The legends VIC FERRARI are back at Paperfest with a show you will not want to miss!

SPONSOR: TBD

GLAM BAND

FRIDAY - 8:00PM

The Glam Band brings the hair, flashy clothing, and makeup to each energetic show! If you haven’t been to a Glam Band concert yet, come see what all of the excitement is about!

SPONSOR: AMCOR

BOOGIE & THE YO-YO'Z

SATURDAY - 8:00PM

Arguably the best party band in Wisconsin, Boogie & the Yo-Yo’z brings the great times with high energy! This band of highly talented musicians playing rock, country, and pop – there really is music for everyone.

SPONSOR: MCKINLEY PAPER & ENERGITECH

THAT 90's BAND

THURSDAY - 5:00PM

Multiple WAMI (Wisconsin Area Music Industry) award winner That 90’s Band will take a trip back to the golden era of music with soaring vocals, gritty guitars and distinctive sound samples leaving audience feeling exhilarated and entertained, the fun never stops!

SPONSOR: AIT BUSINESS TECHNOLOGIES

NASHVILLE PIPELINE

FRIDAY - 7:30PM

Since 1997 Nashville Pipeline has entertained crowds with their selection of popular country covers. They are sure to get the party started! 

SPONSOR: COMMUNITY FIRST & Y100

AVENUE 55

FRIDAY - 4:00PM

Avenue 55 brings a high energy show filled with the greatest rock hits. Let’s Rock!

SPONSOR: AMCOR

STAR SIX NINE

SATURDAY - 4:00PM

Rock? Pop? Country? You never know what you might hear next. Bringing a great, high energy rock show to the Amphitheater.

SPONSOR: MCKINLEY PAPER & ENERGITECH

BROKEN ARROW

THURSDAY - 5:00PM

The 4 piece rock band out of Green Bay plays covers from the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s with a few original songs mixed in.

SPONSOR: TBD

GRAND JAM

FRIDAY - 5:00PM

Acoustic duo featuring Grand Union members Jake Alan and Makenna Mae.

SPONSOR: COMMUNITY FIRST & Y100

TYPSY GYPSY

FRIDAY - NOON

Check out this local group – made of people from Kimberly/Darboy!

SPONSOR: AMCOR

DARN SAD CRAWDAD

SATURDAY - NOON

A fun, energetic Classic Country group from Little Chute.

SPONSOR: MCKINLEY PAPER & ENERGITECH

CRAFT MUSIC SHOWCASE

Northeast Wisconsin is home to talented original music artists and we want to showcase them! Check out the Craft Music Showcase Facebook event as we announce the lineup and give updates along the way.

CRAFT MIDWAY – made up by the Craft Music Showcase, Food Trucks, and Craft Beer from local breweries.

NOTABLE PAST PERFORMERS

Apologetix   •   Autograph   •   BoDeans   •   Bombshell   •   Boogie & the Yo-Yo’z   •   Brian Howe   •   Chris Kroeze   •   David Nail   •  Diamond Rio   •   Eli Young Band   •   Foghat   •   Gin Blossoms   •   Grand Union   •   Half Empty   •   Jason Michael Carroll   •   Jerrod Niemann   •   Joe Nichols   •   John Corbett   •   John Ford Coley   •   Josh Gracin   •   JT Hodges   •   Kevin Chalfant   •   Kimberly Community Band   •   Lonestar   •   Love & Theft   •   Michael Ray   •   Montgomery Gentry   •   Naughty Monkey   •   Phil Vassar   •   Quiet Riot   •   Road Trip   •   Rodney Atkins   •   RPM   •   Sonic Circus   •   Starship   •   Sweetwater   •   Vic Ferrari (Symphony on the Rocks)

PAPERFEST HOURS

THURS 5PM-11pm   •   FRI NOON-Midnight   •   SAT 10am-Midnight   •   SUN 11am-7pm

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