***Summerfest admission deals for 2012 have not yet been announced. Please check back soon for up-to-date deal information.***
Paying to get into Summerfest every day can get quite pricey, but did you know that the admission price varies depending on when you go? Better yet, did you know that there are specials running every day through which you can get in for free? If you're a Summerfest die-hard, taking advantage of these daily admission deals could save you a lot of money.
Regular Admission
Adults: $15 after 4 p.m. weekdays and all day Saturday and SundayAdults: $7 noon to 4 p.m. weekdays
Seniors (60+): $3
Children (3-10, with adult): $3
Children (2 & under): Free
2012 Free & Discount Summerfest Admission Deals
All admission deal exchanges take place at the Mid-Gate promotions tent between the hours of noon and 3 p.m. unless otherwise stated.
Wednesday, June 29: Johnson Controls Stomp out Hunger with FOX 6Bring three non-perishable food items to the Mid-Gate promotions tent or the North Gate between noon and 3 p.m. to receive one free admission ticket. Donations benefit Hunger Task Force.
Wednesday, June 29: Tote bag giveaway
The first 5,000 patrons after 5 p.m. will receive one Uline Live from Daryl’s House Reusable Tote Bag compliments of Uline, Livefromdarylshouse.com and Summerfest.
Thursday, June 30: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel "Show Your Smile" Day
The first 4,400 visitors who present a special Milwaukee Journal Sentinel coupon between Noon – 3:00 p.m. will receive FREE admission compliments of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. The coupon will be available in the Sunday, June 26 edition of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. No copies will be accepted.
Friday, July 1: Miller High Life - Give a Veteran a Piece of the High Life Day
The first 2,000 patrons, 21 and older, who bring six Miller High Life or Miller High Life Light bottle caps between noon and 3 p.m. will receive one free admission ticket.
Friday, July 1: U.S. Cellular Giveaway Day
Starting at 5 p.m., the first 5,000 visitors will receive one U.S. Cellular®/Summerfest Bandana. While supplies last.
Saturday, July 2: Goodwill Industries Day
The first 1,500 visitors who bring an original donation receipt, documenting a donation to a Goodwill Store & Donation Center between June 1 - July 2, 2011 will receive one free admission ticket. One admission ticket per person for each donation receipt. Offer good from noon to 3 p.m. or while supplies last.
Sunday, July 3: Kohl's Family Day
The first 1,500 patrons between noon and 3 p.m. who donate three non-perishable food items for kids will receive one FREE admission ticket! Suggested items include peanut butter, canned fruit and macaroni and cheese. Donations to benefit Hunger Task Force.
Tuesday, July 5: Sentry Foods and Dean’s Milk & Ice Cream Children’s Fest Day with TODAY’S TMJ4
Visitors arriving between noon and 3 p.m. will be admitted free! Families can enjoy free Children’s Fest activities including the Map of Fun and Family Ticket Package giveaways. Select food vendors will offer discounts on food and beverage items.
Wednesday, July 6: Klement’s Day
The first 1,500 visitors to bring a Klement's product label (8 oz. or larger) and a non-perishable food item to the Mid-Gate promotions tent between noon and 3 p.m. will receive one free ticket.
Wednesday, July 6: Hooters Giveaway Day
Starting at 5 p.m., the first 5,000 visitors will receive one Hooters/Summerfest Cup Koozie. While supplies last.
Thursday, July 7: Northwestern Mutual “Make a Child Smile Day”
The first 1,500 visitors between noon and 3 p.m. to donate a new, indoor children's toy, art supplies or PG or G DVD worth at least $5 will receive one free admission ticket. Items must be in original packaging or have original tags. Proceeds to benefit Children's Hospital of Wisconsin System.
Thursday, July 7: H.O.G. Day
Visitors presenting a valid Harley Owners Group card between noon and 3 p.m. at the tent located at the northwest corner of Chicago Street and Harbor Drive will receive one free admission. Also, H.O.G. members will have exclusive access to the Harley-Davidson Hospitality Deck located at the Harley-Davidson Roadhouse Stage between the hours of 4 and 9 p.m. on July 7. Limited space; first come, first served.
Thursday, July 7: Brewers Giveaway Day
Starting at 5 p.m., the first 10,000 patrons will receive one coupon valid for a special offer on Brewers tickets for select games during the 2011 season.
Friday, July 8: Malt-O-Meal Day
The first 1,500 visitors, from noon to 3 p.m., to present a receipt from any grocery store in Wisconsin clearly showing the purchase of two Malt-O-Meal bag cereals of 10 ounces or larger (dated between June 29 and July 8, 2011), will receive one free admission ticket. No copies or handwritten receipts will be accepted.
Saturday, July 9: CBS 58 Milwaukee / MDA Day
The first 1,500 visitors contributing $10 or more to the Muscular Dystrophy Association between noon and 3 p.m. will receive one free admission ticket.
Saturday, July 9: Scout Day
All Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Southeast in uniform who go to the South Gate promotion booth between noon and 3 p.m. will receive one free admission ticket.
Sunday, July 10: Have a NYCE Day!
All visitors attending between noon and 3 p.m. will receive free admission, compliments of NYCE and Summerfest.
More on Summerfest 2012:
- Summerfest 2012 will run from June 27 - July 1, and July 3 - 8.
- Getting to Summerfest.
- Summerfest 2012 Marcus Headliners.
