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Alexandra Wimley, USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin
The Bloody Mary Festival is returning to Milwaukee for its 6th summer.
This year, festival-goers will indulge in all things Bloody Mary at the Harley Davidson Museum, as noted in a March 12 press release. Previous festivals, which are the largest of their kind, have taken place at the Aurora Pavilion at Henry Maier Festival Park and the Deer District.
The Bloody Mary Festival will visit six cities in 2025, similar to previous years.
Visitors will sample some of the finest Bloody Marys across Wisconsin, with the opportunity to vote for their favorite to win the People’s Choice Award. A panel of judges will also determine the best Bloody Mary in the state.
“It’s not just a Bloody Mary contest; it’s a celebration of small, local businesses,” said festival organizer Evan Weiss in the release.
Details about vendors and nominees for the best Bloody Mary will be announced at a later date.
When is Bloody Mary Fest 2025?
Location: Harley Davidson Museum, 400 W. Canal St.
Date: Saturday, June 21
Time: 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
How much is admission?
Admission packages vary, featuring both VIP and general admission options. VIP tickets are priced at $67.50, while general admission tickets cost $49.95 at early bird rates until March 31.
VIP sessions run from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., while general admission sessions are from 11:15 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 3:45 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Designated driver tickets are available for $29.
For further details and to purchase tickets, please visit the event’s website.
Jordyn Noennig contributed to this report.
