You should expect very bad traffic on I-94 today especially near Milwaukee. Here's why

For the first time, the home of the Brewers is hosting a concert the same night as Summerfest.

Country superstar Kenny Chesney will take the stage at American Family Field on Saturday evening with the Zac Brown Band, Megan Moroney and Uncle Kracker. Meanwhile, a few miles east, R&B sensation SZA will headline Summerfest's American Family Insurance Amphitheater. Additionally, the Tacos and Tequila Festival, featuring Ludacris and T.I., is taking place at nearby Franklin Field.

Undoubtedly, it's a huge weekend for music in Milwaukee. But, multiple big-time concerts likely means increased traffic on Interstate 94 and throughout the city.

Here's what to know.

How will traffic affect drivers on I-94 and in Milwaukee?

People driving to the Kenny Chesney or SZA concerts should allot substantial extra time to account for potential traffic en route to their parking spots.

Uncle Kracker will kick off Chesney's show at 5 p.m., but the parking lots will open at 2 p.m. — giving fans plenty of time for tailgating. The gates open at 4 p.m.

SZA's show isn't until 7:30 p.m., but Summerfest runs from noon to midnight, so related traffic can be expected throughout the day.

The good news is that the concerts take place on a Saturday, eliminating the weekday commuter traffic that's plagued American Family Field concerts in the past. However, when Journal Sentinel music reporter Piet Levy attended the George Strait show at the ballpark on a Saturday last summer, he said it took him 58 minutes between pulling up to the stadium and actually parking.

Concert-goers should keep in mind that lines to get past ballpark security can be long and set aside extra time to go through security as well.

What alternative routes can drivers take to avoid the traffic?

To avoid I-94, you can enter the stadium parking from West Blue Mound Road. Parking is also accessible for drivers traveling westbound on Wisconsin Avenue, who can turn left onto Blue Mound Road after crossing the bridge. You can also turn into the valley at Sixth Street and follow Canal Street west to the stadium.

How much is parking at the Kenny Chesney show? Is the Brewers' QR code-based parking system in effect?

General parking is $25 in advance, $35 the day of the show, or $40 for preferred parking in advance, $50 the day of the show. You can buy parking at brewers.com/chesney, which is highly recommended, as the Brewers can't guarantee that lots won't fill up before you arrive.

Also good to know: The QR code-based parking system the team was touting that was suspended after opening day due to connectivity issues is still not up and running.

How do I get to the Kenny Chesney concert if I don't want to drive?

A pair of Milwaukee County Transit System routes drop people off within walking distance of the ballpark: the CONNECT1 on Wisconsin Avenue and Route 18 on National Avenue. Find the schedule, fare information and more at ridemcts.com.

Taxi pickup and drop-off are outside Helfaer Field, while drop-off and pickup for Uber and Lyft are in American Family Field's Gantner parking lot. But keep in mind: There are huge crowds for rideshares after stadium concerts.

Some of the bars and restaurants that send shuttles to Brewers games should be offering rides as well. It is highly recommended to contact the bar in advance to see if the shuttle is still running on a non-gameday. Saz's State House, Liquid Johnny's, Jack's American Pub and Magoo's On The Mound have publicly announced shuttles to the concert.

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Piet Levy contributed to this report.

This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Kenny Chesney concert plus Summerfest to cause I-94 delays Saturday