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General
How long is the Awards Ceremony?
The Awards Ceremony begins at 6:00 P.M. and lasts approximately three hours. The Gala Reception follows immediately after the ceremony.
Can I come late?
We ask that all guests arrive at Avery Fisher Hall, before 5:45 P.M. to allow the Awards Ceremony to begin on time. Late arriving guests will be seated during appropriate breaks in the program.
Can I volunteer at the Awards?
There are a limited number of volunteer opportunities available for the Awards. If you are interested in volunteering, please call 212.925.0054.
If you are a culinary student and wish to apply to volunteer for the Awards, please email kristin@bowenandco.com.
Is the Gala Reception seated?
The Gala Reception is a walk-around tasting event on the Promenade and Lobby levels of Avery Fisher Hall and seating is not available. There is, however, seating available as part of the VIP Experience. For more information, please call 212.925.0054.
What food is being served?
The Gala Reception will feature dishes created by chefs from across the country whom have been chosen by our 20 Outstanding Chef Award winners. Please visit the Chefs page in April for the complete Gala Reception menu.
Is Avery Fisher Hall handicapped accessible?
Yes, Avery Fisher Hall is handicapped accessible and offers handicapped accessible seating. When ordering tickets, please inform the Box Office if you require special seating.
Are children permitted to attend?
Yes, children are permitted to attend; however, the Awards Ceremony lasts three hours so we advise only bringing children 12 years of age or older.
Is there an after party?
Although many chefs and restaurants around town host parties after the Awards for their friends, colleagues, and clients, none of these parties are technically “official.” We encourage everyone to celebrate the achievement of the nominees and winners at the Gala Reception before going to any after parties to which they’ve been invited.
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Tickets
Are there assigned seats for the event? Will I be able to sit with everyone in my party?
Yes, there is assigned seating. We will try our best to seat you with everyone in your party.
How do I get my tickets for the event?
Your tickets will arrive by mail, beginning two weeks prior to the event.
Can I pick my tickets up the day of the event?
Yes, you can pick your tickets up on the day of the event at the check-in desk in the Lobby of Avery Fisher Hall, starting at 3:00 P.M.
What do I do if I lose my ticket?
Please call the Box Office at 212.925.0054 to inform us of a lost ticket. You will be asked to arrive early to Avery Fisher Hall on Monday, May 3, where we will issue you a location pass at the check-in desk.
Does this event sell out?
Yes, this event may sell out.
Are tickets refundable?
Tickets are non-refundable.
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Directions to Lincoln Center
By Car:
From Long Island
Take the Long Island Expressway to the Midtown Tunnel. Follow signs for Uptown/West Side and head crosstown on 34th Street to 8th Avenue. Turn right onto 8th Avenue and proceed to 59th Street. Turn right onto Columbus Circle, making another right onto Broadway. Take Broadway to West 62nd Street and turn left. Cross Columbus Avenue. The Lincoln Center parking garage entrance is on the north (right) side of the street.
From Southern New Jersey
Take the Lincoln Tunnel and exit on the left going towards 40th Street and North. Turn left onto West 42nd Street, then turn right onto 10th Avenue, continuing all the way to 65th Street. Turn right onto West 65th Street. The Lincoln Center parking garage entrance is on the south (right) side of the street.
From the Holland Tunnel follow signs for Exit 1 (Uptown and Canal Street) and follow Laight Street to the West Side Highway. Follow to 56th Street, staying to the right after 42nd Street. Turn right onto West 56th Street. Turn left onto 11th Avenue and then right on West 65th Street. Cross Amsterdam Avenue. The Lincoln Center parking garage entrance is on the north (right) side of the street.
From Northern New Jersey
Take I-95 North/US-9 North/US 1 North. This becomes I-95 North/Upper Level George Washington Bridge/US-9. Take the Henry Hudson Parkway/178th Street exit. Follow signs to the Henry Hudson Parkway South/West Side Highway. Merge onto Henry Hudson Parkway South. Take the West 79th Street (Boat Basin) exit. Follow the circle and exit onto 79th Street. Turn right onto West End Avenue, heading south. Turn left onto 65th Street. Cross over Amsterdam Avenue, continuing on 65th Street. The Lincoln Center parking garage entrance is on the south (right) side of the street.
From Westchester County
Travel south to get onto Route 9 South (from Saw Mill Parkway). Route 9 becomes Henry Hudson Parkway South/West Side Highway (Joe DiMaggio Highway). Take Henry Hudson Parkway South to the West 79th Street (Boat Basin) exit. Follow the circle and exit onto 79th Street. Turn right onto West End Avenue, heading south. Turn left onto 65th Street. Cross over Amsterdam Avenue, continuing on 65th Street. The Lincoln Center parking garage entrance is on the south (right) side of the street.
By Subway:
Take the #1 local train to 66th Street/Lincoln Center.
Take the A, B, C, D, #1 trains to 59th Street/Columbus Circle.
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Parking at Lincoln Center
Garage Entrances:
Westbound: 62nd Street between Columbus and Amsterdam Avenues
Eastbound: 65th Street between Amsterdam and Columbus Avenues
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Directions to Espace
635 West 42nd Street
Between Eleventh Avenue and Twelfth Avenue
Directions from New Jersey
Take the New Jersey Turnpike North to exit 16E toward the Lincoln Tunnel. Merge onto RT-495 E. Take the exit on the left toward RT-9A/Theater District/42 Street/Uptown. Merge onto Dyer Avenue. Turn left at W 42nd Street.
Directions from Connecticut and Westchester County
Take I-95 South to the I-678 South/I-95 South/Cross Bronx Expressway exit toward the Whitestone Bridge/George Washington Bridge. Keep left at the fork to continue toward Cross Bronx Expressway/I-95 South and merge onto Cross Bronx Expressway/I-95 South. Take exit 1 to merge onto RT-9A South. Turn left at W 42nd Street. (Follow signs for Lincoln Tunnel /I-495 W /W 42 Street)
Directions from Long Island
Take I-495 West to the Queens Midtown Tunnel exit/Tunnel exit St. Keep left at the fork, follow signs for 34 St/Downtown/35 St. and merge onto Queens Midtown Tunnel exit/Tunnel exit St. Turn right at E 34th Street. Turn right at 8th Avenue. Turn left at W 42nd Street.
By Subway
Take the A, C, or E lines to 42nd Street
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Parking at Espace
Edison Parking
600 West 42nd Street
on the corner of Eleventh Avenue
Quik Park
601 West 42nd Street
between Eleventh Avenue and West Side Highway
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Accommodations
The James Beard Foundation is pleased to partner with the Hudson Hotel to offer special discounted rates during the JBF Awards weekend:
Hudson New York
356 West 58th Street
New York, NY 10019
Please call 800.606.6090 and provide the Group Name: Call In-James Beard Foundation. Special rate of $159 per night expires after April 1st.
www.hudsonhotel.com