Summerfest Milwaukee Beer Prices | Will They Rise as Summerfest Takes Over?

When the beer flows at Summerfest in Milwaukee, the person pouring that beer is not important to the recipient. They just want it served up cold and fast. According to news reports, those that run the festival have decided to take back control of the Summerfest beer vending. In past years, the beer vendors were contract employees, under control of a very well run company.

It must have something to do with profits. It may have something to do with the economy. Either way, if your beer is warm, and it takes too long for that suds-slinger to get to you, you are feeling the effects of the change.

I'm sure that things will go and flow smoothly, but I was a fan of the people who ran the beer tents. They didn't mess around. If this change brings a few more rock bands to Summerfest, then I will be really happy.

Marcus Amphitheater Seating Chart

When you attend a Summerfest Milwaukee show, you might find yourself wondering what is that huge venue at the south end of the grounds? That's the Marcus Amphitheater of course! A long time ago, that part of the Summerfest grounds was where you would find a midway. You could go on on of those rickety rides, eat a corn dog, or try your luck at a stuffed animal prize.

Summerfest needed a permanent stage for the biggest acts. They built the Marcus Amphitheater just for that need. The midway took its place in history when that happened. When you look at a Marcus Amphitheater seating chart, you can see that the venue can hold thousands of people, all under one roof. Rain or shine Summerfest fans will enjoy the show.

Summerfest Milwaukee Food Favorites for Every Taste

Everybody who has attended Summerfest has their favorite foods of the festival – some people are all about Robby’s corn on the cob, while others steer more towards the sweet treats at Ultimate Confections. Here are a few of my personal favorites.

Every year, my first food priority at Summerfest is hitting up Saz’s and getting some ribs and the combo platter! Saz’s famous ribs are slathered in BBQ sauce and if you haven’t tried them yet, you’re missing out! The combo platter includes small sample sizes of their best apps including the mozzarella marinara, sour cream and chive fries and the delectable Leinenkugel's battered cheese curds. If there is any room left after this, I love Coldstone Creamery and I always get the birthday cake remix. It is rich cake batter flavored ice cream mixed with generous chunks of brownie topped with chocolate sauce and sprinkles. After thoroughly stuffing myself, I know I will be ready for a good time with great music!