Summerfest Shuttles and Parking
Looking for an easy way to get to and from Summerfest? Check out these parking and shuttle options!
Parking at Summerfest
Lots open at 9 a.m. Available on a first-come, first-serve basis, Preferred Parking is $20 and Exclusive Parking is $35. Pre-paid parking for certain days are available online, at the Marcus Amphitheater Box Office and via phone.
Milwaukee County Transit System
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Cost (for round-trip ticket):
$6.50 for adults, $3 for children ages 6 - 11, seniors 65 and older and persons with disabilities with proper ID. Children under 6 ride free with adult supervision. Exact fare and full amount required at boarding.
Weekday Schedule:
11:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.: Half-hour service from Park-Ride lots and Summerfest
5 p.m. - 12:30 a.m.: 15 minute service from Park-Ride lots and Summerfest
Weekend Schedule (Saturday & Sunday):
11:30 am – 12:30 am: Service every 15-20 minutes from Park-Ride lots and Summerfest. (Freeway Flyer service from the Southridge Park-Ride Lot is every 15-30 minutes on weekends.)
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Cost (for round-trip ticket): $3 for adults, $1.50 for children ages 6 - 11, seniors 65 and older and persons with disabilities with proper ID. Children under 6 ride free with adult supervision. Exact fare and full amount require at boarding.
Schedule:
Downtown Shuttle Buses run every 7 to 10 minutes from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 a.m.
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Eastside to Summerfest -
Stopping at Hooligan's, BBC, Hotel Foster, Judges Irish Pub, Nomad, Hi-Hat/Garage, Club Brady, Vitucci's and Cans, this free shuttle takes its riders to the Summerfest South Gate. The shuttle runs daily, and return trips are available. For more information, call Hooligan's at (414) 273-5230.
*Other bars offering shuttles -
Paulie's Pub and Eatery, 8031 W. Greenfield Ave., West Allis (414) 257-2854
Brass Monkey Pub & Grill, 11904 W. Greenfield Ave., (414) 476-6099
Dino'z, 5018 W. State St., Milwaukee (414) 777-5060
Highbury, 2322 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., Milwaukee (414) 294-4400
Victor's, 1230 N. Van Buren St., Milwaukee (414) 272-2522
McGullicuddy's, 1135 N. Water St., Milwaukee (414) 278-8888
Karma, 600 E. Ogden Ave., Milwaukee (414) 220-4118
Milwaukee Brat House, 1013 Old World Third St., Milwaukee (414) 273-8709
Mo's Irish Pub, 142 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee (414) 272-0721
O'Lydias, 338 S. 1st St., Milwaukee (414) 271-7546
Bar Louie, 1114 N. Water St., Milwaukee (414) 847-1492
Frank's Power Plant, 2800 S. Kinnickinnic Ave, Milwaukee (414) 481-9200
Stubby's, 2060 N. Humboldt Ave., Milwaukee (414) 763-6324
The Bottle, 1753 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., Milwaukee (414) 389-5337
The Stone, 2422 S. Howell Ave., Milwaukee (414) 431-9768
If you know of any other bars or restaurants that are operating a Summerfest shuttle, click here to e-mail us about it. Thanks!
*Please call ahead at these bars to ensure shuttle service, as well as any purchase requirements for shuttle usage.
Southside to Summerfest -
Free shuttles from Spirits (South Milwaukee), Wayne's on Packard (Cudahy), Blue Pig (Cudahy) and King Pins (St. Francis). For more information call (414) 762-2005.
Wisconsin Coach Lines/Coach USA Milwaukee
Waukesha Service
Service starts at the Nagawaukee Park-Ride in Delafield. It also stops at the Meadowbrook Park-Ride lot and Goerke's Corners Park-Ride lot. Drop off and pick up is at the Mid Gate on Chicago Street. Shuttle operates daily from 11 a.m. until the last departing shuttle at 12:15 a.m. Round-trip tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the point of origin. Call (262) 542-8861 or visit www.wisconsincoach.com for more information.
Racine/Kenosha Service
Eight northbound and southbound trips are offered during weekdays, as well as four weekend trips per day. Call (262) 542-8861 or visit www.wisconsincoach.com for more information.
Ozaukee County Express
Half hour service provided daily through the Milwaukee County Transit System from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 a.m. each day. The route starts at the Saukville Walmart. Visit RideMCTS.com for more information or call (414) 344-6711 for automated bus information.
Washington County GO Riteway Summerfest Shuttle
This shuttle features three different locations: Washington County Fair Park (Highway 45 and Pleasant Valley Road), The Richfield Park-Ride (Highway 41 and Pioneer Road) and the Life Church parking lot in Germantown Center. Round-trip fare is $12 for adults and $3 for children. For more information, visit www.goriteway.com or call GO Riteway Transportation Group at (262) 677-3282.
Walworth/Jefferson/Dodge County Area Summerfest Shuttle
Service in areas such as Whitewater, Jefferson, Johnson Creek, Beaver Damn, Oconomowoc and Delafield is available through Hodge Williams Companies. Round-trip fare is $25 per person. For more information, visit www.gohodge.com or call (855) GO-HODGE.

















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