SUMMERFEST OFFERS ADDITIONAL VALUE WITH ADMISSION PROMOTIONS

Summerfest officials have announced Admission Promotions for 2009, providing low or no-cost alternatives to paying the full gate price at this year’s festival.  All exchanges, unless otherwise stated, will take place at the Mid-Gate promotions tent located across the street from the Summerfest Mid-Gate. All Admission Promotions start at Noon and run while ticket supplies last OR through 3:00 pm, whichever comes first, unless otherwise noted.  Patrons can also visit Summerfest.com for complete details on all Admission Promotions.

New in 2009, the first 5,000 patrons who enter the Summerfest gates on select dates will receive a complimentary item as an added value. All Gate Giveaway items are while supplies last.

ADMISSION PROMOTIONS / GATE GIVEAWAYS OVERVIEW:

Thursday, June 25 is Stomp Out Hunger Day with FOX 6.  All patrons arriving between Noon and 3:00 pm who donate three (3) non-perishable food items will receive one (1) FREE admission ticket!  Donations will be accepted at the Mid-Gate promotions tent as well as the North Gate.  All donations will benefit the Hunger Task Force.

GATE GIVEAWAY - On Thursday, June 25, the first 5,000 patrons will receive one (1) co-branded U.S. Cellular®/Summerfest Window Cling with special service and accessory offers, compliments of U.S. Cellular® and Summerfest.  The giveaway starts at 5:00 pm while supplies last.

Friday, June 26 is Cedar Crest “Flip your Lid at Summerfest” Day from Noon – 3:00 pm or while supplies last.  The first 1,500 patrons will receive one (1) FREE admission ticket at the Mid-Gate promotions booth when they turn in a lid and receipt from Woodman’s or Sendik’s Food Markets, dated June 1 – June 26, for the purchase of one (1) 48 oz. Cedar Crest ice cream.  No copies or handwritten receipts will be accepted.

Friday, June 26 is Time Warner Cable Customer Appreciation Day.  Present your Time Warner Cable Summerfest bill stuffer at any ticket window from Noon – 3:00 pm and you may purchase one Adult weekday admission ticket and get one FREE!

GATE GIVEAWAY - On Friday, June 26, the first 5,000 patrons will receive one (1) co-branded guitar shaped DeVry University/Summerfest Key Chain compliments of DeVry University and Summerfest.  The giveaway starts at 5:00 pm while supplies last.

GATE GIVEAWAY - On Saturday, June 27, the first 5,000 patrons will receive one (1) Marcus Hotels & Resorts gift card booklet valued at over $75. Offer includes coupons to Mason Street Grill, Milwaukee Chop House, Kil@Wat, Miller Time Pub, Blu, Paradise Landing Indoor Waterpark, WELL Spa + Janice Salon and more.  The giveaway starts at Noon while supplies last.

Sunday, June 28 is Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Newspaper Coupon Discount Day from Noon – 3:00 pm. Purchase a $15 admission for only $8 ($7 savings) when presenting an original 2009 Summerfest coupon from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel at any ticket window.  Copies of coupon will not be accepted.  One discounted admission per coupon, per person. 

GATE GIVEAWAY - On Sunday, June 28, the first 5,000 patrons will receive one (1) co-branded Chipotle/Summerfest Cup Koozie with a special offer from Chipotle included, compliments of Chipotle Mexican Grill and Summerfest.  The giveaway starts at Noon while supplies last.

Monday, June 29 is Time Warner Cable Children’s Fest Day with TODAY’S TMJ4.  All patrons arriving between Noon and 3:00 pm will be admitted FREE!  Spend a fun-filled day with the family enjoying free Children’s Fest activities including the Map of Fun and Family Ticket Package giveaways at 3:15 pm.  Select food vendors will offer discounts on food & beverage items. 

Tuesday, June 30 is Kapco’s 2 Buck Tuesday at Summerfest from Noon – 8:00 pm.  All Patrons attending Summerfest on Tuesday, June 30 between Noon and 8:00 pm can purchase an admission ticket for only $2 compliments of Kapco!  Purchase tickets now at Summerfest.com.

Wednesday, July 1 is Johnsonville & Pick ‘n Save/Copps Partyville Day from Noon – 3:00 pm or while supplies last.  The first 2,000 patrons who show their receipts from any Pick ‘n Save or Copps Food Centers that specify the purchase of two (2) Johnsonville Party Packs (fresh Brats or Italian sausages) at the Mid-Gate promotions tent will receive one (1) FREE admission ticket.  Receipt must be dated between June 14 and July 1.  No copies of receipts will be accepted.

Wednesday, July 1 is Wisconsin Lottery Discount Day from Noon – 3:00 pm.  Purchase an $8 adult admission ticket for only $3 ($5 savings) by presenting a non-winning Wisconsin Lottery Summerfest instant scratch ticket at any window.  One discounted admission per lottery ticket, per person.

Thursday, July 2 is Northwestern Mutual “Make a Child Smile Day” from Noon – 3:00 pm or while supplies last.  The first 1,500 patrons who donate any new, indoor children’s toy, book, art supplies or children’s G or PG rated DVD movie with a $5 minimum value will receive one (1) FREE admission ticket:  All books donated will benefit the Next Door Foundation’s Books for Kids program.  All other 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.

Thursday, July 2 is H.O.G.®  Day from Noon – 3:00 pm.  Patrons will receive one (1) FREE admission ticket when presenting a valid H.O.G.® (Harley Owners Group®) card at the tent located on the northwest corner of Chicago Street and Harbor Drive.  One admission ticket per card, per person.

Friday, July 3 is Malt-O-Meal Day from Noon – 3:00 pm or while supplies last.  The first 1,500 patrons will receive one (1) FREE admission ticket when presenting an original receipt from any Wisconsin grocer that specifies the purchase of any two (2) Malt-O-Meal Bag Cereals 10 oz. or larger.  Receipt must be dated between June 25 and July 3, 2009.  No copies or handwritten receipts will be accepted.  To find the store nearest you go to Maltomeal.com.

Saturday, July 4 is CBS 58 Milwaukee / MDA Day from Noon – 3:00 pm or while supplies last.  The first 1,500 patrons contributing $10 or more to the Muscular Dystrophy Association will receive one (1) FREE admission ticket.

Sunday, July 5 is We Energies Day from Noon – 3:00 pm.  All patrons attending Summerfest on the final Sunday between Noon and 3:00 pm will receive FREE admission compliments of We Energies!