Summerfest

All bags are subject to inspection at Summerfest, with no backpacks or bags larger than 9x10x12 inches allowed. Special considerations are made for parents with infants and those with medical needs.

Summerfest entrances include the North Gate, Mid Gate, and South Gate. Rideshare pickup and drop-off is outside the North Gate, and Transit Plus riders are dropped off and picked up outside the Mid Gate.

Patrons are encouraged to park in downtown Milwaukee parking structures and use Summerfest Shuttles for direct access to the festival. Shuttles run every 15 minutes from designated Park and Ride lots with a round-trip fare of $12 for adults and $6 for reduced fare riders.

Use the area outside the North Gate for rideshare pickup and drop-off.

Designated accessible parking spaces are located at the front Summerfest lots. Accessible parking spaces are available in Lot H.

Summerfest 2025 introduces a diverse array of new food and beverage options, including unique items like Lumpia City Mac 'n Cheese Rolls and Funnel Cake Pork Sandwiches. The festival also highlights local vendors through the BMO Small Business Spotlight program.

Re-entry wristbands are available at all gate areas from noon until 6:30 pm daily and are good for one same-day re-entry until 7:00 pm. No re-entry wristbands are issued after 6:30 pm, and there are no re-entries after 7:00 pm.

General admission tickets are sold at Summerfest ticket booths at each gate. Festival tickets and passes can be printed or downloaded to your phone 48 hours before the event. The box office does not sell Summerfest general admission tickets.