Milwaukee Mile 250 Weekend A-Z Guide

 Accessibility

• The Milwaukee Mile provides accessible seating, parking, and facilities for individuals with disabilities. Tickets are available for wheelchair-accessible and companion seating at the racetrack for purchase through the Ticket Office. Accessible seating areas have the closest spectator parking and adjacent accessible facilities (restrooms, retail shops, concession stands, etc.). Please contact the Ticket Office at tickets@wistatefair.com for further details.
• Permanent restroom facilities and portable toilets will be available throughout the Milwaukee Mile and Wisconsin State Fair Park. ADA restrooms and portable toilets are also available. Additionally, Family/All-Gender restrooms and adult-sized adjustable changing tables are available at the Central Mall restrooms. A family restroom equipped with an adult-sized powered changing table is also located in the north lobby of the Exposition Center.

Admission

• General Admission Grandstand Seating Youth Tickets: General Admission Grandstand tickets (no assigned seat) for race fans 11 and under are FREE with the purchase of an Adult General Admission Grandstand ticket. Youth General Admission tickets will be issued at the admission entrances on the day of the event. Please note, General Admission seating is first-come, first-served in designated bleacher sections of the Grandstands. If you are looking to purchase a reserved seat, please see Reserved Grandstand Seating Tickets. Youth Admission Policy will be in effect.
• Reserved Grandstand Seating for Children and Youth: All race fans age three (3) and older must purchase a reserved seat ticket. Children two (2) and under may sit on a ticketholder’s lap and do not require an additional ticket. Youth Admission Policy will be in effect.
• Infield Spectating: While there is not a General Admission Infield ticket option, you can enter the infield to spectate as long as you have either a General Admission or Reserved Grandstand ticket.

Alcohol

• Alcohol will be served at designated locations during Milwaukee Mile 250 Weekend. For those guests that do consume alcohol, please do so responsibly and be considerate of your fellow fans. Guests must be 21 years old and present a valid photo ID with proof of age when purchasing alcohol at the Milwaukee Mile. The event reserves the right to refuse to serve alcohol to any person, for any reason, and will contact police if a guest is acting in a manner that is contrary to the law or that may endanger themselves, others, or any property.

Animals

• Animals are not allowed on the premise with the exception of service animals providing assistance to an individual with a disability.

App

• Fans are encouraged to download the free INDYCAR mobile app powered by NTT where you can tune into the race communication between drivers and teams live during the race. The app also offers information on each of the drivers and incredible in-car views while the race is occurring.

ATMS

• Find conveniently located ATMs throughout State Fair Park.

Attire

• Individuals should not wear clothing that has inappropriate, abusive messages, or images on it. The clothing worn should also offer appropriate body coverage that abides by the public nature of this event. Closed-toe shoes are recommended but not required.

Automobile Assistance

• If you need vehicle assistance, you can contact the Wisconsin State Fair Park Police Department at 414-266-7033 or locate the nearest Milwaukee Mile representative.

Bag Policy

• ALL bags (clear, backpacks, purses, totes, etc.) must be 9” x 10” x 12” or smaller and are subject to search prior to entering State Fair Park. Larger bags will NOT be permitted unless they are for family care/diaper bags or medical reasons. They may be returned to a vehicle prior to entering a gate. Lockers are not available for those who arrive with oversized bags. Empty reusable bottles, cups, and souvenir cups will be permitted. Any carry-in items for family care, such as water or snacks for children, or medical reasons will be permitted.

Bicycles

• For the safety of all our guests, bicycles, tricycles, or unicycles are not allowed to be brought into or ridden inside the State Fair Park during our open operation hours. We do have bicycle racks on the North and South sides of the State Fair Park where you can lock your bicycles, tricycles, or unicycles – remember to bring your own lock!
  • UScellular Main Entrance- located on Adler St. near I-94
  • South Entrance A – located at Greenfield Ave. & S. 81st St.

Camping

• Please note: Infield Camping sales ended August 28 at noon.
• If you have an Infield Camping reservation for the Milwaukee Mile 250 Weekend, please find more details about your stay here.

Cash Policy

• Parking and admission to the Milwaukee Mile 250 Weekend will be cashless. Most vendors inside the State Fair Park and Free Fan Zone will accept both cash and credit cards.
  • CASH ONLY VENDOR: Leadfoots Race Bar & Grill and Robert’s Restaurant only accept cash.
  • CREDIT/DEBIT ONLY VENDOR: Grandstand Concession Stands
• Need cash? We’ve got you covered with ATMs throughout State Fair Park.

Code of Conduct

• The Milwaukee Mile is committed to providing a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable experience for everyone. All race attendees are expected to conduct themselves in an appropriate manor throughout their visit. Please check our policies page to read the full code of conduct.

Contact Us

• Didn’t find an answer to your question? Email us at wsfp@wistatefair.com

Coolers

• Coolers larger than 9” x 10” x 12” are not permitted in the facility. Coolers must be soft sided and can only contain sealed bottled water and ice.  Any carry-in items for family care, such as water or snacks for children, or medical reasons will be permitted.

 Drone and UAV Policy

• Unmanned aerial vehicles, commonly known as drones, and also referred to as remotely piloted aircrafts, and similar remote-controlled devices are not permitted through the gates or overhead of the State Fair Park without proper authorization by the State Fair Park Police Department.

Emergencies

• All emergency announcements and instructions will be made over the public address system. Please be attentive of these messages. If you need to report an emergency, locate the nearest Milwaukee Mile representative, Public Safety representative, law enforcement member, or call the State Fair Police at 414-266-7032.

First Aid/Medical

• Trained medical personnel will be on property at the first aid stations located at the Guest Services Pavilion. In the case of an emergency, medical personnel will respond immediately. Any guests that need assistance should locate a Milwaukee Mile representative, Public Safety representative, law enforcement member, or call the State Fair Police at 414-266-7032.

Free Fan Zone

• Open and free to the public, the Free Fan Zone will be located in the heart of the Wisconsin State Fair Park, just outside the Milwaukee Mile Grandstands. This lively area is the perfect place to grab delicious food, kick back with some live music, and enjoy family fun programs before or after your incredible Milwaukee Mile 250 races! Find more details here.

 Garage Pass

• Weekend, Saturday, and Sunday garage passes are sold out. Friday Garage Passes are still available for purchase onsite.
• All customers are required to check-in at the Garage Pass Redemption Booth during race weekend to complete liability waiver and receive their Garage Pass wristband. Check-in will take place adjacent to the Garage entry point near the Tunnel entrance.
• The Milwaukee Mile will offer Garage Passes for fans attending the Milwaukee Mile 250 Weekend. More information is available on our Garage Passes page.

Hotels

• Information on lodging, attractions, and things to do in the Milwaukee area can be found on our Preferred Hotels page here.

 Hour of Operation Information

• Gate hours and weekend schedule can be found here. For a complete overview of permitted and prohibited items for Milwaukee Mile 250 Weekend, please review our policies page.

Inclement Weather

• Neither the NTT INDYCAR SERIES nor INDY NXT presented by Firestone runs in the rain on oval track like the Milwaukee Mile. If the event or any portion of the event is postponed, ticketholders should retain their tickets as they will be honored for gate admission on the postponed date.

Jumbotrons/Infield Screens

• There will be three jumbotrons at various placements within the infield for even more action-packed guest spectating! Find these at Turn 1, one in the middle near the start/finish line, and one at Turn 4.

Lost and Found

• Any guests that have lost an item at the Milwaukee Mile during race weekend should contact Milwaukee Mile and Wisconsin State Fair Park by filling out our Lost & Found Item Form here and our team will get back to you soon! If you have found a lost item, we encourage you to turn that item in at the Guest Services Pavilion or an information center.

Media

• Media can reach out to our media team for the most up-to-date information, approved logos, and how to get your working media personnel onsite for coverage during the Milwaukee Mile 250 Weekend by visiting the news & media page.

Nursing Area

• A designated Family/Baby Care Center will be available at the Guest Services Pavilion for families to use during the race weekend. Each location offers an area for nursing mothers as well as a diaper changing station. Diaper changing stations are also available in most restrooms throughout State Fair Park.

PA Broadcast

• Tune into 91.5 FM to hear the live broadcast of the PA during the racing weekend.

Parking

• Information on parking for Milwaukee Mile 250 Weekend our parking page.
• Advance parking pass online sales have ended for the Milwaukee Mile 250 Weekend with many parking lots sold out. General parking may still be available to purchase onsite with credit or debit card only on the day-of the event.
• Just a reminder that for everyone’s safety, local authorities only allow right hand turns into State Fair Park along all bordering streets (S. 84th Street, W. Greenfield Avenue, W. Kearney Street, S. 76th Street).

Prohibited Items

• For a complete overview of prohibited items for Milwaukee Mile 250 Weekend, please review the listing our policies page.

Radios

• The NTT INDYCAR SERIES races during Milwaukee Mile 250 will be broadcast live the INDYCAR Radio Network and can be heard through the INDYCAR App Powered by NTT DATA, free to all fans regardless of cellular carrier.

Re-entry Policy

• Guests can exit Wisconsin State Fair Park and return to their vehicles throughout each day will receive a handstamp so they may re-enter through the Milwaukee Mile ticket entrances. Handstamps will be available for re-entry to the race event and the Free Fan Zone. State Fair Park staff reserves the right to search and screen all patrons re-entering the event. Re-entry is NOT allowed in any State Fair Park parking lots.

Recycling

• Recycling receptacles will be located throughout the State Fair Park. Fans are encouraged to use the designated receptacles to recycle the appropriate materials.

Restrooms

• Permanent restroom facilities and portable toilets will be available throughout the Milwaukee Mile and Wisconsin State Fair Park. ADA restrooms and portable toilets are also available.
• Additionally, Family/All-Gender restrooms and adult-sized adjustable changing tables are available at the Central Mall restrooms. A family restroom equipped with an adult-sized powered changing table is also located in the north lobby of the Exposition Center.

RV Park

• The RV Park is sold out for Milwaukee Mile 250 Weekend. For more information about future reservations or waitlists at the RV Park, visit our website, for more information is available on our RV page.

Seat Cushions

• Seat cushions without metal components are allowed. Please be mindful that any seat cushion used cannot block the view of another fan and if it does impair viewing for others, you will be asked to return it to your car. No lawn chairs, folding chairs, stadium seats or seat cushions with metal components are allowed in the Milwaukee Mile Grandstands.

Scanners & Radio Headsets

• Scanners and radio headsets are allowed at the Milwaukee Mile 250 Weekend.

Smoking Policy

• Smoking, including the use of electronic cigarettes, vaporizers or similar products will not be permitted in the Milwaukee Mile Grandstands. Smoking is not allowed in any building or within 20 feet of a building or designated seating area, including the Milwaukee Mile Grandstands.

Strollers

• Strollers and wagons are allowed inside the Free Fan Zone at the Wisconsin State Fair Park, but they may be subject to additional security checks. It is recommended that any strollers or wagons brought inside the venue be collapsible.

Ticket Office

• The Ticket Office at the Milwaukee Mile will be open during race week Monday-Friday 9am-4pm; Saturday 9am-5pm; and Sunday 9am-2pm for guests to purchase tickets.
• There are two ticket purchasing locations during race weekend, August 30-September 1. If you’re already on the Fair Park grounds, there is a ticket office on the east side of the Exposition Center. If you are outside of the Fair Park grounds, you can stop by the State Fair Ticket Office for your ticket needs located at 7722 W. Greenfield Avenue, West Allis WI 53214.
• Any inquiries should be addressed to tickets@wistatefair.com.

Ticket Refund

• All ticket sales are final – no refunds.

 Water Bottle Filling Stations and Bubblers

• Water bottle filling stations and bubblers will be located throughout Wisconsin State Fair Park for use during race weekend. Fans are welcome to bring an insulated, empty cup, stainless steel, or similar reusable water bottle.

Weapons

• Weapons of any type, including knives, firearms, and ammunition are not permitted. See our full list of prohibited items on our policies page.