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Tuesday, June 28, 2011

Free Admission Promotions for Summerfest 2011

Free Admission Promotions for Summerfest 2011: "

Sure, you can pay for admission to Summerfest, but the best way to get in is for FREE! As usual, this year Summerfest has partnered with several Milwaukee area companies to provide free or discounted admission every day of the festival. A summary of all free admission promotions is listed below.


Summerfest Admission Prices


Regular admission prices to Summerfest 2011 are as follows:



  • Adult Weekday Admission Ticket (Tuesday – Friday from noon until 4:00 p.m.) – $8

  • Adult General Admission Ticket (Weekends and weekdays after 4:00 p.m.) – $15

  • Seniors (over age 60) – $3 at all times

  • Children (ages 3-10 when accompanied by an adult) – $3 at all times

  • Children (2 and under) – Free


If you’re planning to visit Summerfest three times, you can save $12 off night and weekend rates by purchasing a three day pass for $33.


Summerfest 2011 Free Admission Promotions


As we already mentioned,the best way to get into Summerfest is for FREE! According to Summerfest.com, the following promotions allow you to get free or discounted admission to Summerfest. (All exchanges, unless otherwise stated, will take place at the Mid-Gate Promotions Booth located across the street from the Summerfest Mid-Gate, at Harbor Drive and Chicago Street.)


Wednesday, June 29th – Noon to 3:00 p.m. – Johnson Controls Stomp Out Hunger Day with FOX 6



  • All patrons arriving between Noon and 3:00 p.m. who donate three non-perishable food items will receive one 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 30th - Noon to 3:00 p.m. – Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Show Your Smile Day



  • The first 4,400 patrons who present the free admission coupon found in the Sunday, June 26 edition of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel between Noon and 3:00 p.m. will receive free Summerfest admission compliments of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.


Friday, July 1st - Noon to 3:00 p.m. – Miller High Life – Give a Veteran a Piece of the High Life.



  • The first 2,000 patrons, 21 and older, who bring six Miller High Life or Miller High Life Light bottle caps will receive one free admission ticket.


Saturday, July 2nd – Noon to 3:00 p.m. – Goodwill Industries Day



  • The first 1,500 patrons who make a donation to a Goodwill Store & Donation Center between June 1 – July 2, 2011 and bring in their original donation receipt will receive one free admission ticket. One admission ticket per person for each donation receipt. Only original receipts received at a Goodwill Store & Donation Center dated June 1 – July 2, 2011 will be accepted.


Sunday, July 3rd – Noon to 3:00 p.m. – Kohl’s Family Day



  • The first 1,500 patrons who donate three non-perishable food items for kids will receive one free admission ticket. Suggested items include peanut butter, canned fruit and macaroni and cheese. All donations to benefit Hunger Task Force.


Tuesday, July 5th – Noon to 3:00 p.m. – Sentry Foods and Dean’s Milk & Ice Cream Children’s Fest Day with Today’s TMJ4



  • All patrons arriving between Noon and 3:00 p.m. 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 giveaway contest. Select food vendors will offer discounts on food & beverage items.


Wednesday, July 6th – Noon to 3:00 p.m. – Klement’s Day



  • The first 1,500 patrons presenting a Klement’s product label (8oz or larger) and a non-perishable food item will receive one free admission ticket.


Thursday, July 7th – Noon to 3:00 p.m. - 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 minimum value will receive one 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).


Thursday, July 7th – Noon to 3:00 p.m. – H.O.G. Day at Summerfest



  • Receive one free admission ticket when presenting a valid H.O.G. (Harley Owners Group) card. One admission per card. In addition, 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 – 9:00 p.m. on July 7. Limited space; first come, first served.


Friday, July 8th – Noon to 3:00 p.m. – Malt-o-Meal Day



  • The first 1,500 patrons will receive one free admission ticket when presenting an original receipt from any Wisconsin grocer that specifies the purchase of any two Malt-O-Meal Bag Cereals 10 oz. or larger. Receipt must be dated between June 29 and July 8, 2011.


Saturday, July 9th - Noon to 3:00 p.m. – CBS 58 Milwaukee/MDA Day



  • The first 1,500 patrons contributing $10 or more to the Muscular Dystrophy Association will receive one free admission ticket.


Saturday, July 9th – Noon to 3:00 p.m. – Scout Day



  • All Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts (of Wisconsin Southeast) in uniform will receive one free admission ticket at the South Gate promotion booth.


Sunday, July 10th – Noon to 3:00 p.m. – Have a NYCE Day!



  • All patrons attending Summerfest on the final Sunday between Noon and 3:00 p.m. will receive free admission compliments of NYCE and Summerfest!


For full details on these promotions and the most complete information on Summerfest, visit the official Summerfest website.






Thank you Milwaukee Consumer

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Last Chance for $5 2011 Wisconsin State Fair Tickets

Last Chance for $5 2011 Wisconsin State Fair Tickets: "

Time is running out to take advantage of a great discount on tickets to the 2011 Wisconsin State Fair. As we wrote about previously, discount Wisconsin State Fair tickets (regularly priced at $9) are available for just $5, but only through June 30th.


Discounted advanced tickets are available for purchase at the State Fair Box Office (located at the U.S. Cellular Main Gate or at 7722 W. Greenfield Avenue), at participating area Sentry Foods stores, and on the Wisconsin State Fair website (there is a small processing fee to purchase online).


The 2011 Wisconsin State Fair runs from August 4-14.


"Thank you Milwaukee Consumer

84 Cent Cones at Oscar’s Frozen Custard on June 30th

84 Cent Cones at Oscar’s Frozen Custard on June 30th: "

Oscar’s Frozen Custard is celebrating their 27th birthday on Thursday, June 30, 2011. Enjoy single cones or dishes for .84 to celebrate their opening in 1984. The flavors of the day on the 30th are Birthday Cake Custard and Oscar’s Delight.


Oscar’s has two locations:



  • 2362 S. 108th Street (1/2 block south of Lincoln on Hwy 100) in Milwaukee

  • 21165 Hwy. 18 in Waukesha


For complete information on Oscars’ menu, flavors, location, and to print the coupon of the month, visit the Oscar’s Frozen Custard website.


Thanks to Milwaukee Consumer reader Rachel for the head’s up on this promotion!




Tuesday, June 21, 2011

Irregular Sale on Flirty Aprons, Only $12.99!

Irregular Sale on Flirty Aprons, Only $12.99!: "


Yay!!! Flirty Aprons is having an irregular sale starting at just $12.99 an apron! The sale starts today and will go while supplies last. Some of the irregularities are restitching, loose seams & pockets and minor print flaws. These aprons are so darn cute. With the simple little fix these would make a great wedding shower gift!


Thanks, For The Mommas

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Free AlternaVites Samples

Free AlternaVites Samples: "


If you are one of the people out there who cannot swallow pills, then this is the sample for you! AlternaVites is the multivitamin & mineral designed specially for those who have difficulty swallowing pills. AlternaVites contains 23 essential vitamins and minerals in a new crystal powder form that melts in your mouth.


Go here to get your free sample!


Thanks, Regular Mom!

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