Gate Admission Tickets

For Summerfest 2010, the price of an adult ticket purchased at the gate weekdays (Noon - 4:00 PM) will be $8. Evening and weekend adult admission tickets purchased at the gate will be $15. Children's and Senior's tickets are $3.
Adults
over 10 $15 - Evenings (after 4:00 PM) and Weekends
Adults
over 10 $8 - Weekdays (Noon to 4:00 PM)
Seniors
60 and over $3
Children
Ages 3 - 10 when accompanied by adult $3
Children
Ages 2 & under FREE

Advanced Sale Tickets

Visit Instant Tickets on Summerfest.com to purchase General Admission tickets.

3-Day Pass: $33 (save $12 off evening and weekend admission price)
Multi-day passes are valid for one admission per day and are non-transferable.

Grounds Stages
Once you've obtained admission to the festival you are welcome to enjoy entertainment on all of the Grounds Stages for no additional charge. The Marcus Amphitheater is the only stage at Summerfest that requires an additional reserved ticket or, for some shows, a free bar-coded wristband given away for general admission lawn seating.

Admission Promotions
Please see the Activities Section of the website for information on discounted or free admission to Summerfest.

Admission Tickets are valid for one day only. Not for resale. No refunds.

Grounds Stages
Once you've obtained admission to the festival you are welcome to enjoy entertainment on all of the Grounds Stages for no additional charge. The Marcus Amphitheater is the only stage at Summerfest that requires an additional reserved ticket or, for some shows, a free bar-coded wristband given away for general admission lawn seating.

Your best route to Summerfest!

Follow the smiles! Traffic signs are sporadically placed around Milwaukee pointing you in the right direction when driving to the fest. Be sure to look out for the iconic Summerfest smile for a little extra guidance.

From the West:

Take I-94 East to I-794 East, exit at Jackson St. (left hand exit). Turn right (south) to St. Paul Avenue, then right again (west) onto St. Paul Avenue or continue south to Chicago Street. Follow the signs and attendants to one of the many parking lots in the area.

From the North:

Heading south on I-43, take the I-94 Westbound/I-794 Eastbound ramp. Merge onto I-794 eastbound. Turn right (south) at end of ramp to St. Paul Avenue, then right again (west) onto St. Paul Avenue or continue south to Chicago Street. Follow the signs and attendants to one of the many parking lots in the area.

From the South:

Heading north on I-43/94, take the I-794 East exit and then exit at Van Buren/Jackson Street (left hand exit). Turn right (south) at end of ramp to St. Paul Avenue, then right again (west) onto St. Paul Avenue or continue south to Chicago Street. Follow the signs and attendants to one of the many parking lots in the area.

For updated information on roadwork, call the Department of Transportation hotline at (800) ROADWIS or visit the D.O.T web site at www.dot.state.wi.us.

From the state of Michigan:
Take the Lake! It's fast, fun and easy to take the new High-Speed connection from Muskegon, Michigan directly to Milwaukee, Wisconsin. You can bring your own car, motorcycle or bike with you on the ferry. The ride only takes 2 1/2 hours and you'll be dropped off just 3 miles away from the Summerfest grounds! For more info call (866) 914-1010 or visit www.lake-express.com.

Parking

Summerfest Lots - $20
Other Downtown Lots - ParkMilwaukee.com

Motorcycle and Bicycle Parking

Festival attendees riding their bicycles or motorcycles to Summerfest can park their bikes free of charge. Bicycle parking will be offered at the Summerfest Bike Park near the Mid-Gate, and motorcycle parking will be provided free of charge at the Harley-Davidson Motorcycle Parking Lot, also located near the Mid-Gate. Patrons are required to secure their bicycles at all times.

Information on Summerfest's annual fireworks display, "The Big Bang," will be announced in the near future. Check Summerfest.com for updates.

Wristbands to leave and re-enter the festival are available at all gate areas from Noon until 6:30 pm daily. Re-entry wristbands will be valid for a single, same day re-entry until 7:00 pm. No re-entry wristbands will be issued after 6:30 pm and no re-entries after 7:00 pm.

There are specific items that cannot be brought into Summerfest. Milwaukee World Festival, Inc. reserves the right to alter carry-in policies at any time. Currently, these items include, but are not limited to: - Backpacks - Large bags - Other carry-ins - Outside food - Cans, glass or plastic bottles - Alcohol - Contraband - Pets - Professional Grade Video Equipment - Recording devices - Laser pointers - Lawn chairs - Skateboards - Inline skates - Coaster wagons - Kites - Frisbees - Picnic baskets

Performers and Summerfest management strictly prohibit flash photography, video and audio recording in the stage areas. Your equipment may be subject to confiscation. If you have a reason for photographing a specific performer you MUST receive written permission from the artist prior to bringing your equipment on the grounds. You should also obtain an on-site contact for any day-of-show credentials. Artist credentials do NOT include admission to the festival. Professional equipment is NOT permitted on the grounds without prior written permission from artist management. If you are interested in documenting the festival grounds and crowd shots, please contact Summerfest in advance. Photography requests will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis PRIOR TO opening day. Requests not submitted PRIOR TO opening day of the festival CANNOT be guaranteed. Please specify your publication and include a contact name and number for verification. Incomplete requests cannot be honored.