Summerfest is coming to an end this weekend, but Milwaukeeans on a tight budget still have time to take advantage of discounted admission prices. (Stock photo)

Summerfest is one of the most sought out events in Milwaukee each year. But, between transportation, admission tickets and food and drinks inside of the venue, the costs can deter people from attending. 

Here are a handful of deals for attendees looking to get into the Big Gig at a more affordable rate or even score free Summerfest admission tickets.

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Summerfeast at Pick ‘n Save

Grocery stores, falling under the Kroger name, including Pick ‘n Save, Metro Market and Mariano’s, are offering two free admission tickets to Summerfest to attendees who can show receipts for $25 in purchases made from May 22 to June 11 on participating brands, including Pepsi, Sargento, Johnsonville, Bush’s Beans and more.  The full list of participating brands can be found at picknsave.com/summerfest.

Versiti Summerfest Blood Drives

Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin is awarding one free general admission ticket to Summerfest to anyone who donated blood at a Versiti location (with the exception of Marshfield and Manitowoc) from June 1 to June 7. This is valid while supplies last.

Celebrate Fourth of July with M&Ms

All attendees who arrive from noon to 6 p.m. on Thursday, July 4 will receive free Summerfest admission and can also go inside the Mid Gate to sample M&M flavors. 

Siligan Community Food Drive

From noon to 3 p.m. on July 5, the first 2,000 people to arrive and donate three non-perishable food items to Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin will receive free Summerfest admission. A list of non-perishable food items can be found at study.com.

Summerfest Fan Appreciation Day

From noon until 3 p.m. on Saturday, July 6, all attendees will be admitted for free as part of Summerfest Fan Appreciation Day. The free admission is compliments of of Potawatomi Casino Hotel and Summerfest.


For more information

To learn more about these free deals and other Summerfest activities, visit the official Summerfest website.

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