Music fans soak up Summerfest's opening night tunes

CREATED Jun. 27, 2012 - UPDATED: Jun. 27, 2012

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MILWAUKEE- There are many reasons to love Summerfest.  And that's partly because the Big Gig offers something for everyone.

If country is your thing -- like it is for Megan and Lizzie -- the Marcus Amphitheater has almost three hours of it Wednesday night headlined by Rascal Flatts.

At the Briggs & Stratton Big Backyard -- rocking cover tunes were drawing a crowd.

Inspiring some music fans to make an early prediction.

"I just have a feeling, I have a feeling this is going to be the best Summerfest since it originated approximately 30 years ago," said one fan.

Summerfest is actually 45-years-old Wednesday, though it doesn't quite look its age.

Though the music on some stages will make you wonder what year you just walked into.

For a rundown of all the bands playing throughout Summerfest, click here.