MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) — Summerfest welcomed thousands of visitors for Fan Appreciation Day as attendees arriving between noon and 3 p.m. gained free entry and more. The first 30,000 people through the gates received a complimentary ticket for 2026’s Big Gig and a Big Win entry ticket.
One man traveled from Las Vegas to take part in the fun on Saturday, July 5. Ricardo Garcia, who has visited Summerfest before, said he appreciated the chance to enjoy the event at no cost.
“It’s kind of nice because it’s a good thing for the community in my opinion, where people get to come in and enjoy themselves and have a good time, good music, good vibes, good everything,” Garcia said. He added he had not checked Saturday night’s lineup but planned to be “vibing.”…