Brewers playoff guide: Tickets, timing, parking, food, watch parties and Milwaukee celebrations
MILWAUKEE —
The Milwaukee Brewers, coming off a franchise-record 103-win season, are facing the Padres in the National League Division Series.
With important times, parking plans, new foods, and watch parties, this is your guide to the Brewers in the playoffs.
A historic season
The Brewers are coming off a historic regular season. Milwaukee finished 103-59, the best record in Major League Baseball, set a franchise record for victories and reached 100 wins for the first time.
Milwaukee scored the second-most runs in Major League Baseball despite matching the second-lowest homer total of any team. Sportradar says the Brewers are the first club since the 1960 Chicago White Sox to finish a season among the top three MLB teams in runs scored and among the bottom three in homers.
Milwaukee scored 832 runs while hitting 154 homers. Only the Chicago Cubs scored more runs. Only the Toronto Blue Jays had fewer homers.
But there’s no question the Brewers are succeeding with a different style. In an era when most franchises emphasize hitting the ball in the air and into the seats, the Brewers posted the best record in baseball while having by far MLB’s lowest launch angle at 9.2 degrees.
Milwaukee led MLB in batting average (.258) and on-base percentage (.341). The Brewers also swung at the lowest percentage of pitches outside the strike zone of any MLB team.
Milwaukee stole 162 bases in the regular season to rank fifth in MLB. The Brewers’ ability to bunt runners over and wreak havoc on the bases enables them to produce big innings with a flurry of singles.
The Milwaukee Brewers ace Jacob Misiorowski was selected as the 2026 Baseball Digest MLB Pitcher of the Year.
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The Brewers earned the National League’s No. 1 seed, a first-round bye and home-field advantage throughout the postseason.
The Dodgers (+220) are the favorites to win a third straight World Series title, while the Brewers (+600), Yankees (+800) and Rays (+800) are viewed as the top contenders.
Facing the Padres
The Brewers will host the NLDS starting Saturday against the San Diego Padres at American Family Field.
Milwaukee will face the Padres in the NLDS. The Brewers went 2-4 against the Padres during the regular season.
Game 1: Saturday, Oct. 3 at 7:30 p.m. CT | MilwaukeeGame 2: Sunday, Oct. 4 at 3 p.m. CT | MilwaukeeGame 3: Tuesday, Oct. 6 at 8:30 p.m. CT | San DiegoGame 4: Wednesday, Oct. 7 at 9 p.m. CT | San DiegoGame 5 (if necessary): Friday, Oct. 9 at 3:30 p.m. CT | Milwaukee
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Tickets
Resale tickets for the playoffs can be bought and prices compared on the following sites:
MLB | TICKETMASTER | SEATGEEK | STUBHUB
Wisconsin residents will receive early access through a special NLCS postseason ticket presale on Monday, October 5 at 10 a.m. CT. Fans can verify their residency and access the presale here. Single-game tickets for the NLCS will go on sale to the general public on Tuesday, Oct. 6 at noon CT online, 1-800-933-7890 or at the American Family Field Box Office.
Availability for NLCS game tickets is limited, and tickets will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last. Fans are advised to purchase parking in advance, as purchasing day-of-game parking will be limited with large attendance.
Games 1, 2, 6 and 7 would take place at American Family Field because of the Brewers’ top seed in the National League. Opponent and game times will be determined based on the outcomes of ongoing postseason matchups.
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Road closures and ballpark parking
A very limited number of tickets remain for Games 1 and 2, as well as for a potential Game 5 on Friday, Oct. 9.
Pre-paid parking passes can be purchased and digitally delivered. Fans are advised to buy parking in advance because day-of-game parking will be limited due to large attendance.
Parking lots will open 3.5 hours before first pitch, and ballpark gates will open 2.5 hours before first pitch. More information is available at brewers.com/Parking.
Pregame entertainment on the UW Credit Union Plaza will include live music from DJ Scary Terry and DJ Stretch, along with tailgate games with the 4-1-Force.
Watch: Brewers forecast
First pitchesGame 1: Carlos Gómez, a two-time All-Star and Gold Glove winner known for his energy, defense and play during six seasons in Milwaukee; and Teddy Higuera, a Brewers legend and All-Star left-hander.Game 2: Nyjer Morgan, a fan-favorite Brewers alum whose personality and walk-off hit in Game 5 of the 2011 NLDS helped send Milwaukee to the NLCS; and Eric Thames, a power-hitting fan favorite remembered for his home runs and three seasons in Milwaukee.National anthem singersGame 1: Jenny Thiel, accompanied by Valkyrie, a bald eagle from Schlitz Audubon, with a giant American flag unfurled across the outfield and held by Brewers Season Seat Members.Game 2: Musician Third Class Robert “Bobby” Novoa of the Great Lakes Navy Band. New food for the fans National League Division Series exclusives
Concession stands
Birria Banh Mi Dog: A bacon-wrapped hot dog topped with birria onions, pickled carrots and daikon, jalapeño, cilantro and spicy mayonnaise, served with birria consommé. Available at the Topped Dog stand on the Loge Level near Section 208.Big Chew Burger: A double-patty burger topped with pot roast, ranch dressing and pepperoncini. Available at the burger stands on the Field Level near Sections 108 and 125.Postseason exclusives
Concession stands
Brat Rangoons: Crispy fried wontons filled with cheddar cheese, bratwurst, beer-braised onions and chives, served with sweet horseradish mustard. Available at the Cheese Curd stands on the Loge Level near Sections 214 and 223.Monkey Bread: Cinnamon-caramel pull-apart bread. Available at the Baked Potato stand on the Loge Level near Section 216.Wagyu Pasty: A traditional pasty filled with Wagyu beef, carrots, potatoes and rutabaga in a rich brown gravy. Available at the Wisco Supper Club on the Field Level near Section 111.Oktoberfest Slice: Mozzarella, house-made cream sauce, red onions, sauerkraut, brown mustard and bratwurst. Available at Ian’s Pizza on the Field Level near Section 106.
3rd St. Market Hall Annex
CHX Bacon Ranch Sandwich: Signature buttermilk chicken dusted with ranch seasoning and topped with lettuce, house-made dill pickles, ranch dressing and bacon. Available at Bebe Zito.Pink Squirrel Shake: A bright pink almond shake garnished with Door County cherry jam. Available at Bebe Zito.Kompali Nachos: House-made tortilla chips topped with nacho cheese, pico de gallo, jalapeños and sour cream, with a choice of protein. Available at Kompali Tacos.Boba: Available in Dubai strawberry, s’mores and mango flavors at Drop Chocolate MKE.Cake Cups: Available in strawberry shortcake, s’mores and cannoli flavors at Drop Chocolate MKE.
The Alley Food Truck Park
The Dino Rib: More than 1½ pounds of smoked beef rib served with barbecue sauce, pickles and pickled red onions. Available at K&L BBQ.Birria Nachos: Nachos topped with cheddar cheese sauce, a choice of beef, chicken or steak, onions, cilantro and red and green salsa. Available at Chucho’s Red Tacos.Maine-Style Lobster Roll: Served with a side of fries. Available at Hidden Kitchen MKE.
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Lobster Hush Puppies: Served with remoulade sauce.
Specialty cocktails
The cocktails are available at X-Golf, the SKYY Lounge, Sections 110 and 125, the 3rd St. Market Hall Annex, The Alley and Section 420.
Maple Whiskey Sour: Bourbon, fresh lemon juice, maple simple syrup and Sprite.Apple Cider Mule: Vodka, apple cider, lime juice and ginger beer.
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Watch parties
Brewers fans will have two chances to watch Milwaukee’s first-round playoff road games with other fans next week.
The team announced free community watch parties for Game 3 of the NLDS on Tuesday, Oct. 6, and Game 4 on Wednesday, Oct. 7, if that game is necessary.
Game 3 watch party in Milwaukee
The Game 3 watch party will be held Tuesday, Oct. 6, at Davidson Park on the Harley-Davidson campus, 3725 W. Juneau Ave.
The game will be shown on two large outdoor screens. The event will also include food trucks, drinks, tailgate games, a DJ and a mobile arcade with MLB The Show and other baseball-themed games.
Bernie Brewer, Barrelman, the Famous Racing Sausages and the Brewers Dance Crew are also expected to appear.
Admission is free, and fans can bring lawn chairs and blankets.
Game 4 watch party in Greendale
If a fourth game is needed, another watch party will be held Wednesday, Oct. 7, in downtown Greendale near Dia Café, 6601 Northway, by Gazebo Park.
The parking lot behind Dia Café and part of Main Street will be closed for the event.
Fans will be able to watch the game on two large outdoor screens. Food trucks, an on-site bar, games and other fan activities are also planned.
Bernie Brewer, Barrelman, the Famous Racing Sausages and 4-1-Force are scheduled to appear.
Admission is free.
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Milwaukee celebrating
Milwaukee’s iconic and historic landmarks are lit up blue and yellow from dusk to dawn.
Banners at City Hall, the Milwaukee Public Market and inside the skywalks of Chase Tower to The Avenue and the Enerpac Center to Riverside Theater feature the postseason rally cry, “Win Our Way.”
Participating landmarks include:
600 EASTAssociated Bank River CenterCity Hall, Hyatt Regency MilwaukeeLakefront BreweryLight the HoanMGICMilwaukee Art MuseumMilwaukee County Historical SocietyMitchell Park DomesNorthwestern MutualPabst TheaterPritzlaff BuildingU.S. Bank Center
Digital billboards supporting the Brewers postseason include:
Associated Bank branchesThe AvenueBaird CenterBMO Tower Media WallThe CornersThe CoutureMarcus Performing Arts CenterMiller High Life TheatrePotawatomi Casino | HotelRiverside Theater MarqueeSummerfest Gate and UWM Panther Arena.
Brewers flags are also being displayed by Milwaukee Fire Department, Department of Public Works and Manpower Group.
This article contains information from The Associated Press.