Summerfest Free Admission Promotions
We say it every year…
There are plenty of ways to get into Summerfest, but the best way to get in is free!
And if you think the same way we do, we’ve got good news - Summerfest always gives patrons plenty of opportunities to get in free. In fact, there are Summerfest free admission promotions every day of this year’s festival.
Check out our summary of Summerfest free admission promotions below.
Summerfest Admission Prices
If you aren’t able to take advantage of a Summerfest free admission promotion, tickets can be purchased at the gate or online with no service fees. Regular admission prices to Summerfest 2013 are as follows:
- Adult Weekday Admission Ticket (Tuesday - Friday, noon - 4 p.m.) - $10
- Adult General Admission Ticket (valid any time) - $17
- Seniors (over age 60) - $5 at all times
- Children (ages 3-10 when accompanied by an adult) - $5 at all times
- Children (2 and under) - Free
If you’re planning to visit Summerfest three times, you can save $12 off night and weekend rates by purchasing a three day pass for $39.
Summerfest Free Admission Promotions 2013
According to Summerfest.com, the following promotions allow you to get free or discounted admission to Summerfest. (All exchanges, unless otherwise stated, will take place at the Mid-Gate Promotions Booth located across the street from the Summerfest Mid-Gate, at Harbor Drive and Chicago Street.)
Wednesday, June 26 - Noon to 3 p.m. - Johnson Controls Stomp Out Hunger Day with FOX 6
All patrons arriving between Noon and 3 p.m. who donate three non-perishable food items will receive one free Summerfest admission ticket. All donations to benefit the Hunger Task Force.
Thursday, June 27 - Noon to 3 p.m. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Show Your Smile Day
All patrons that present the coupon found in the Sunday, June 23 edition of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel will receive free Summerfest admission with the purchase of a Summerfest admission ($10) between noon and 3 p.m.
Friday, June 28 - Noon to 3 p.m. - Klement’s Sausage Day
The first 1,500 patrons presenting a Klement’s product label (8oz or larger) and a non-perishable food item will receive one free admission ticket.
Friday, June 28 - Noon to 4 p.m. - Direct Supply Senior Fest Day with Me-TV
All patrons age 60 and older will receive free admission.
Saturday, June 29 - Noon to 3 p.m. - Goodwill Industries Day
The first 1,500 patrons who make a donation to a Goodwill Store & Donation Center between June 1 - 29 and bring in their original donation receipt will receive one free admission ticket. One admission ticket per person for each donation receipt.
Sunday, June 30 - Noon to 3 p.m. - Kohl’s Family Day
The first 2,500 patrons 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. All donations to benefit Hunger Task Force.
Tuesday, July 2 - Noon to 3 p.m. - Sentry Foods and Dean’s Milk & Ice Cream Children’s Fest Day with Today’s TMJ4
All patrons arriving between Noon and 3 p.m. will be admitted free. Select food vendors will offer discounts on food & beverage items.
Wednesday, July 3 - Noon to 3 p.m. - Mountain Dew Day
The first 2,500 patrons that present a specially marked Summerfest Mountain Dew can will receive free admission.
Thursday, July 4 - Noon to Midnight - Military Appreciation Day
Active-duty military personnel as well as veterans will receive free admission for themselves and up to four family members. Valid military ID requiried.
Thursday, July 4 - Noon to 3 p.m. - H.O.G. Day at Summerfest
Receive one free admission ticket when presenting a valid H.O.G. (Harley Owners Group) card. One admission per card.
Friday, July 5 - Noon to 3 p.m. - Malt-o-Meal Day
The first 1,500 patrons will receive one free admission ticket when presenting an original receipt from any Wisconsin grocer that specifies the purchase of any two Malt-O-Meal Bag Cereals 10 oz. or larger. Receipt must be dated between June 26 and July 6.
Saturday, July 6 - Noon to 3 p.m. - Northwestern Mutual “Make a Child Smile Day”
The first 1,500 patrons who donate any new or gently used children’s books ($10 minimum value) will receive one free admission ticket.
Sunday, July 7 - Noon to 3 p.m. - Summerfest Fan Appreciation Day
All patrons attending Summerfest on the final Sunday between Noon and 3 p.m. will receive free admission compliments of Summerfest!
For full details on these promotions and the most complete information on Summerfest, visit the official Summerfest website.
Summerfest Free Admission Promotions 2012
As is the case every year, Summerfest is giving patrons plenty of opportunities to get in free this year. There are Summerfest free admission promotions every day of the festival. If you’re planning on visiting Milwaukee’s premier summer event, it pays to plan ahead to save money on admission (which means more money available for the imporant stuff - food and drinks!).
A summary of all Summerfest free admission promotions is listed below.
Summerfest Admission Prices
If you aren’t able to take advantage of a Summerfest free admission promotion, summerfest tickets can be purchased at the gate, or online with no service fees. Regular admission prices to Summerfest 2012 are as follows:
- Adult Weekday Admission Ticket (Tuesday - Friday noon - 4 p.m.) - $9
- Adult General Admission Ticket (valid any time) - $16
- Seniors (over age 60) - $4 at all times
- Children (ages 3-10 when accompanied by an adult) - $4 at all times
- Children (2 and under) - Free
If you’re planning to visit Summerfest three times, you can save $12 off night and weekend rates by purchasing a three day pass for $36.
Summerfest Free Admission Promotions 2012
The best way to get into Summerfest is for FREE! According to Summerfest.com, the following promotions allow you to get free or discounted admission to Summerfest. (All exchanges, unless otherwise stated, will take place at the Mid-Gate Promotions Booth located across the street from the Summerfest Mid-Gate, at Harbor Drive and Chicago Street.)
Wednesday, June 27 - Noon to 3 p.m. - Johnson Controls Stomp Out Hunger Day with FOX 6
All patrons arriving between Noon and 3 p.m. who donate three non-perishable food items will receive one free admission ticket. Donations will be accepted at the Mid-Gate promotions tent as well as the North Gate. All donations to benefit the Hunger Task Force.
Thursday, June 28 - Noon to 3 p.m. - Klement’s Sausage Day
The first 1,500 patrons presenting a Klement’s product label (8oz or larger) and a non-perishable food item will receive one free admission ticket.
Friday, June 29 - Noon to 3 p.m. - Miller High Life – Give a Veteran a Piece of the High Life
The first 2,000 patrons, 21 and older, who bring six Miller High Life or Miller High Life Light bottle caps will receive one free admission ticket.
Saturday, June 30 - Noon to 3 p.m. - Goodwill Industries Day
The first 1,500 patrons who make a donation to a Goodwill Store & Donation Center between June 1 - 30 and bring in their original donation receipt will receive one free admission ticket. One admission ticket per person for each donation receipt.
Sunday, July 1 - Noon to 3 p.m. - Kohl’s Family Day
The first 1,500 patrons 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. All donations to benefit Hunger Task Force.
Tuesday, July 3 - Noon to 3 p.m. - H.O.G. Day at Summerfest
Receive one free admission ticket when presenting a valid H.O.G. (Harley Owners Group) card. One admission per card.
Wednesday, July 4 - Noon to 3 p.m. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Show Your Smile Day
All patrons that present the coupon found in the Sunday, July 1 edition of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel will receive free Summerfest admission with the purchase of a Summerfest admission ($9) between Noon and 3 p.m.
Thursday, July 5 - Noon to 3 p.m. - Sentry Foods and Dean’s Milk & Ice Cream Children’s Fest Day with Today’s TMJ4
All patrons arriving between Noon and 3 p.m. will be admitted free. Select food vendors will offer discounts on food & beverage items.
Friday, July 6 - Noon to 3 p.m. - Malt-o-Meal Day
The first 1,500 patrons will receive one free admission ticket when presenting an original receipt from any Wisconsin grocer that specifies the purchase of any two Malt-O-Meal Bag Cereals 10 oz. or larger. Receipt must be dated between June 27 and July 6, 2012.
Saturday, July 7 - Noon to 3 p.m. - Northwestern Mutual “Make a Child Smile Day”
The first 1,500 patrons who donate any new, indoor children’s toy, art supplies or children’s G or PG rated DVD movie with a $10 minimum value will receive one free admission ticket. All items collected will be used throughout the Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin system. (All items must be new with original tags attached and/or original packaging).
Sunday, July 8 - Noon to 3 p.m. - Summerfest Fan Appreciation Day
All patrons attending Summerfest on the final Sunday between Noon and 3 p.m. will receive free admission compliments of Summerfest!
For full details on these promotions and the most complete information on Summerfest, visit the official Summerfest website.
