SUMMERFEST:
The World's Largest Music Festival

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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.

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Description: The World's Largest Music Festival and Milwaukee's cornerstone summer celebration attracts the music industry's hottest stars, along with emerging talent and local favorites. The 23,000 capacity Marcus Amphitheater, 10 additional stages, diverse selection of food and beverages, marketplaces and interactive exhibits are set against the Lake Michigan and downtown backdrop, creating a festival experience like no other.

Location: Summerfest is situated on 75 acres along the shores of Lake Michigan in downtown Milwaukee.

Map: Summerfest Grounds Map

Fireworks: Summerfest's annual fireworks display, "The Big Bang," will take place on Thursday, June 25, at approximately 10:30 pm, weather permitting. The annual downtown Milwaukee display will take place on Thursday, July 2 at approximately 9:30 pm.

SUMMERFEST OFFERS ADDITIONAL VALUE WITH ADMISSION PROMOTIONS

Summerfest officials have announced Admission Promotions for 2010, 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.

ADMISSION PROMOTIONS / GATE GIVEAWAYS OVERVIEW:

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.

Thursday, June 24 - 12:00 - 3:00 pm - is Johnson Controls 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 to benefit the Hunger Task Force.

Thursday, June 24 - 5:00 - 7:00 pm - is Miller High Life – Give a Veteran a Piece of the High Life. The first 2,000 patrons, 21 and older, arriving between 5:00 and 7:00 pm who bring six (6) Miller High Life or Miller High Life Light bottle caps will receive one (1) free admission ticket! Visit www.millerhighlife.com for details on the National “Give a Veteran a Piece of the High Life” program. Donations will be accepted at the Mid-Gate promotions tent.

Friday, June 25 - 12:00 - 3:00 pm or while supplies last - is Cedar Crest “Flip Your Lid at Summerfest” Day. The first 1,500 patrons will receive one (1) free admission ticket at the Mid-Gate promotions tent when they turn in a lid and receipt dated June 1 – June 25, for the purchase of one (1) 48oz Cedar Crest ice cream. No copies or handwritten receipts will be accepted.

Friday, June 25 - 5:00 while supplies last - GATE GIVEAWAY - U.S. Cellular® Summerfest Gadget Grip. The first 5,000 patrons will receive two (2) co-branded Gadget Grips with a special accessory offer compliments of U.S. Cellular® and Summerfest.

Saturday, June 26 - 12:00 - 3:00 pm or while supplies last- is Goodwill Industries Day. The first 1,500 patrons who make a donation to a Goodwill Store & Donation Center between June 1 - June 26, 2010 and bring in their original donation receipt, will receive one (1) free admission ticket. One (1) admission ticket per person for each donation receipt. Only original receipts received at a Goodwill Store & Donation Center dated June 1 - June 26, 2010 will be accepted.

Saturday, June 26 - 5:00 while supplies last - GATE GIVEAWAY - Marcus Restaurant Gift Card.The first 5,000 patrons will receive one (1) $15.00 Marcus Restaurant Group Gift Card redeemable at Mason Street Grill, Kil@wat and Milwaukee Chophouse.

Sunday, June 27 - 12:00 - 3:00 pm or while supplies last - is Jockey Family Day. The first 1,000 patrons contributing $10 or more to the Debra Steigerwaldt Waller Foundation will receive one (1) free Summerfest admission ticket and a Jockey Being Family® Bear. Donations will be accepted at the Mid-Gate promotions tent.

Sunday, June 27 - 12:00 - 3:00 pm or while supplies last - is Scout Day. All Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts (of Wisconsin Southeast) in uniform will receive one (1) free admission ticket at the South Gate promotion booth valid from Noon until 3:00pm and enjoy a scout scavenger hunt.

Sentry Foods and Dean’s Milk & Ice Cream Children’s Fest Day with TODAY’S TMJ4 is Monday, June 28 - 12:00 - 3:00 pm - All patrons arriving between Noon and 3:00 pm will be admitted FREE! Spend a funfilled day with the family enjoying free Children’s Fest activities including the Map of Fun and Family Ticket Package giveaway contest. Select food vendors will offer discounts on food & beverage items.

Monday, June 28 - 5:00 while supplies last - GATE GIVEAWAY - Chipotle Free Chips and Guacamole Card. The first 5,000 patrons will receive one free chips and guacamole card compliments of Chipotle and Summerfest. Offer not valid on the Summerfest grounds.

Tuesday, June 29 - 12:00 - 6:30 pm - is Kapco’s 2 Buck Tuesday at Summerfest. All patrons attending Summerfest on Tuesday, June 29 between Noon and 6:30 pm can purchase an admission ticket for only $2 compliments of Kapco. Tickets can also be purchased online at Summerfest.com.

Wednesday, June 30 - 12:00 - 3:00 pm or while supplies last - is Klement’s Day. The first 1,500 patrons will receive one (1) FREE admission ticket at the Summerfest Mid-Gate promotions tent when they provide a Klement’s product label (8oz or larger) and a non-perishable food item.

Wednesday, June 30 - 4:00 - 7:00 pm - is Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Show Your Smile Day. All patrons who arrive at the Summerfest Mid-Gate between 4:00 and 7:00 pm wearing a shirt with the “Show Your Smile” iron-on and present the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel coupon will receive $7 off their $15 admission. Patrons who present only the coupon between 4:00 and 7:00 pm, but are not wearing the special “Show Your Smile” iron-on will receive $5 off their $15 admission compliments of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Both the coupon and the “Show Your Smile” iron-on are available in the Sunday June 20th, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Be spotted wearing the “Show Your Smile” iron-on, on your shirt June 30th and win great prizes.

July 1 - 12:00 - 3:00 pm or while supplies last is 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 $5.00 minimum value will receive one (1) 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.)

H.O.G.® Day will also take place on Thursday, July 1 - 12:00 - 3:00 pm -. 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 per card. NEW this year: 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 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm on July 1. Limited space; first come, first served. Once the deck reaches capacity, access will be on a “one out, one in” basis.

Friday, July 2 - 12:00 - 3:00 pm or while supplies last - is Malt-O-Meal Day. 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 10oz or larger. Receipt must be dated between June 24 - July 2, 2010. No copies or handwritten receipts will be accepted. To find the store nearest you go to www.maltomeal.com.

Saturday, July 3 - 12:00 - 3:00 pm or while supplies last - is CBS 58 Milwaukee/ MDA Day.The first 1,500 patrons contributing $10 or more to the Muscular Dystrophy Association will receive one (1) free admission ticket. Donations will be accepted at the Mid-Gate promotions tent.

Sunday, July 4 - 12:00 - 3:00 pm - is Summerfest “Free ‘til Three Day”. All patrons attending Summerfest on the final Sunday (July 4) between 12:00 – 3:00pm will be admitted for free…compliments of Summerfest!

*Disclaimer: Summerfest reserves the right to refuse any donation that does not meet the requirements stated in the Free Admission Promotion description. Bar-coded admission tickets are good for entry at any gate during the promotion and are only valid for admission during the designated hours of specified promotion and may not be used for entry later that day or any other day. One ticket per person per promotion. Each member of your party must be present at time of promotion redemption. Redemption is for description as stated per day; specific quantities apply as stated in description. Dates and times are subject to change. Carry-in Items: 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, Outside food, Cans or glass bottles, Alcohol, Contraband, Pets, Professional Grade Video Equipment, Recording devices, Laser pointers, Lawn chairs, Skateboards, Inline skates, Coaster wagons, Kites, Frisbees, Picnic baskets