Summerfest 2025: Reusable souvenir cups back, 'reduce plastic waste'
Summerfest
MILWAUKEE - Summerfest announced the return of the reusable souvenir cup. It will be available for purchase all three weekends.
What we know:
The cup will sell for $5 and patrons will also receive $1 off refills of draft beer during the festival. The reusable cup can be purchased and refilled at locations throughout Henry Maier Festival Park. The locations include:
- Leinenkugel Bar near the UScellular Connection Stage
- Keg & Cask
- Miller Brewhouse
- Miller Sportszone Bar
- Lakefront Bar
- Various bars at the American Family Insurance Amphitheater
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What they're saying:
"The City of Milwaukee is pleased to see Summerfest again offering this opportunity to reduce plastic waste and purchasing a reusable cup is a great way to have fun and be environmentally responsible at the same time," said Erick Shambarger, Milwaukee's director of environmental sustainability.
"Bringing back the reusable souvenir cup is just one of the ways we're inviting fans to take part in making Summerfest more sustainable and I want to thank City of Milwaukee Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic for her support these kinds of actions make a meaningful difference," said Sarah Pancheri, president and CEO of Milwaukee World Festival.
Why you should care:
The festival is in partnership with Waste Management to improve procedures designed to increase landfill diversion rates. This year’s efforts include expanded recycling resources, and a greater number of waste receptacles placed around the grounds.
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Festival organizers encourage attendees to choose eco-friendly transportation options, such as biking or using public transit, when traveling to and from Summerfest.
The Source: The information in this post was provided by Summerfest.