Times Square All Access Pass 2010 - F.A.Q.
Below you will find the F.A.Q. about the Times Square All Access Pass for New Years Eve. We want to insure you understand the value of the pass, what it includes, what it does not include, and set your expectations for what you are purchasing. The Pass is a great ticket for New Years Eve when used correctly. This will set the expecations for the pass and we hope you choose to join us this New Years Eve in Times Square.
Welcome to the Frequenty Asked Questions section. If you have a question that is not answered below, please email info@1231.com or call 212-843-2400
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The rest of the venues will be published once the information is available...
Q: What venues are participating in the All Access Pass?
- Hawaiian Tropic Zone
729 7th Avenue (@ 49th Street)
- TGI Fridays
761 7tth Avenue (@ 50th Street)
- Broadway Comedy Bar
318 West 53rd Street
- Times Square Center
669 8th Avenue
- Bourbon Street
346 West 46th Street
- Utsav Lounge
1185 Avenue of Americas (46th Street btw 6th & 7th Ave)
- House of Brews (46th Street)
363 West 46th Street
- Divine Bar
236 West 54th Street
- Ava Penthouse (@ the Dream Hotel)
210 West 55th Street (btw 7th Ave & Broadway)
- Mars 2112
1633 Broadway (at 51st Street)
The rest of the venues will be published once the information is available...
Q: What is the age to attend these parties?
You must be 21+ years of age to purchase ANY Times Square All Access Pass. As well, to enter any venue participating, you will be asked to provide a photo ID proving your age.
Q: What is the All Access Pass and How does it work?
The Times Square All Access Pass is a ticket provided by New Years Eve party
producers to enable the ticket holder the ability to travel around Times Square from party to party. The first purpose is to allow the user to experience the excitement around the area and secondly, if he/she chooses, to see the actual ball drop LIVE.
Q: What is included with the Pass?
With your Times Square All Access Pass, you will be provided with a variety of amenities that are available at select venues. They include:
- FREE admission to the venues participating in the pass
- Open bars at the participating venues
- Front of the line access at participating venues
Q: Are there specific times the Open bars are available at each venue?
YES. Every venue has a different open bar time. Some have longer hours than others.
They are as follows:
- Broadway Comedy Bar from 6 PM - 8 PM : 2 hour basic open bar
- Hawaiian Tropic Zone from 9 PM - 2 AM : 5 hour open bar
- TGI Fridays from 9 PM - 2 AM : 5 hour open bar
- Times Square Center from 7 PM - 2 AM : 7 hour basic open bar
- Bourbon Street from 8 PM - 2 AM : 6 hour Premium open bar
- House of Brews from 9:30 PM - 12:30 AM : 3 hour basic open bar
- Utsav Lounge from 8 PM - 2 AM : 6 hour Premium open bar
- Divine Bar from 9 PM- 2 AM: 5 hour Premium open bar
- Mars 2112 from 9 PM - 3 AM: 6 hour Premium open bar
- Ava Penthouse from 9 PM - 2 AM : 5 hour Premium open bar
The rest of the venues will be published once the information is available...
Please note that select venues may NOT serve shots and the quality of liquor and brands of liquor being offered vary per venue.
Q: Can I stay at (1) venue as long as I want or do I have to move around?
If you choose to, you can stay at one particular venue for as long as you want. After the open bar times end, the venues will have cash bar available to purchase drinks. The majority of venues will be open till 4 AM, unless otherwise noted by the specific venue.
Q: Will the venues be crowded?
YES. It is New Years Eve. Majority of venues will be at full capacity that evening. With the All Access Pass, you will be granted front of the line access at each of the venues. You may be asked to wait if they are at full capacity before being admitted.
Q: Will food be served?
Food will be served at select venues participating during specific hours. Not every venue provides food. We do not include this in your package, but if you are a venue that offers food included with the party packages being sold, then your ALL ACCESS PASS will include food at that venue.
- Hawaiian Tropic Zone will be serving passed appetizers from 9 PM - 11 PM
- TGI Fridays will be serving passed appetizers from 9 PM - 11 PM
- Bourbon Street will be serving passed appetizers from 8 PM - 10 PM
- Utsav Lounge will be serving passed appetizers from 9 PM - 11 PM
- Divine Bar will be serving passed appetizers from 9 PM - 11 PM
- Mars 2112 will be serving a limited buffet from 9 PM - 11 PM
The rest of the venues will be published once the information is available...
Q: I was told that Times Square is blocked off at Noon that day of December 31, 2009, how do I get through to see the ball drop?
Every year, NYC & NYPD block off the perimeter of the center of Times Square from 42nd Street and up through the 50s along 6th Ave (East Side) and 8th Ave (West Side). At Noon on December 31, 2009, the barricades are activated and the area is closed off except for people who: (1) Live within the barricaded area or (2) Have a reason to be there.
With the Times Square All Access Pass, you will gain access through the barricade because some of our events are located within the closed off areas. When you arrive at the security check points, you will provide your All Access Pass and your admission tickets to the parties you are attending in the Center of Times Square and let through. This will give you access to the center of Times Square and the ball drop zone to watch the ball drop live.
Q: How long does it take to clear the NYPD Security Check Points?
We cannot give you a definitive amount of time. Usually, expect it to take approx 15-20 minutes, but the closer it gets to midnight, it may take longer, depending on the # of people waiting in line for that security check point to clear. Based on the venue you are trying to get to, will determine the right street to cross into the center of Times Square. We will provide this routing in your "Welcome Kit" at the NYE Store.
We suggest entering the center of Times Square around 11 PM to give yourself enough time to find a space to watch the ball drop LIVE.
Q: What can I expect that evening?
There will be over one million people coming to see the ball drop. This is an exciting evening, filled with lots of partying. We will provide you with a suggested party route that we recommend following to allow you get the most from the All Access Pass. Moving from venue to venue can be difficult at times, depending on the venue you are coming from and traveling too. When you are crossing from East to West Side of Times Square and vice versa, allow yourself more time to cross, since there are barricades at each of the street intersections. We will provide you with as much information about the best streets to use to access the center fo Times Square.
Q: Will I be able to see the ball drop LIVE? Where can I expect to watch the ball drop?
YES. With the All Access Pass, you will be permitted into the center of Times Square, where you will see the actual ball drop LIVE! It is expected that you will be able to watch the ball drop live from around 47th - 50th Street along 7th Ave and/or Broadway, which is 5-8 blocks North of the ball drop, located on 43rd Street on 7th/Broadway. We are able to offer this amenity, because the All Access pass includes parties within the ball drop area that will allow you access past the barricades and give you the ability to see the ball drop. When you are crossing through the barricades, present your admission ticket(s) to the party you plan to attend inside the ball drop zone. En route to that venue(s), if you choose to watch the ball drop, we recommend finding a spot(s) where you are happy and can stand to watch the ball drop at midnight.
Q: What kind of weather should I expect?
It will be very cold that evening. We suggest bringing a warm winter jacket, hat, scarf, gloves, and anything that will keep you warm.
Q: Are there any public restrooms in Times Square?
NO. The only places to go to the bathroom would be at one of the venues or somewhere outside of Times Square. There are no public bathrooms available outside.
Q: Is there a reserved / premium spot for All Access Ticket Holders to watch the Ball Drop LIVE?
NO. You will gain access to Times Square and expect to be able to watch the ball drop between 47th -52nd Street on 7th Ave or Broadway. Unfortunately there is no way to block a space for private use in Times Square for New Years Eve.
Q: How much time do I need to give myself to go and get ready to see the ball drop LIVE in Times Square?
If you are partying at one of the venues outside of the barricades, then we suggest starting to cross the secure zones 45-60 minutes before midnight. If you are at one of the parties within the ball drop zone, then 30 minutes is enough time before midnight to make your way to where you want to stand to see the actual ball drop.
Q: Why are there different starting locations?
In order for us to control the capacities at each venue, we wmust know what venue you are planning to start at. You MUST choose a starting location or you may choose the WILD CARD ticket, where you are permitting us to select your starting venue. If you do not start at the venue we provide or one you choose, we cannot guarantee your mobility around Times Square.
Q: Why are there different prices for tickets?
The prices of the All Access tickets offer a variety of pricing for multiple reasons:
- Some starting locations start earlier than others. Tickets starting earlier, provide you with a longer open bar, hence it is more expensive
and/or
- A venue is limited in availability and is very popular.
Q: Where does the actual ball drop?
The ball drops on 42nd Street on 7th/Braodway.
Q: Where are the venues in relation to the ball drop?
The venues we have chosen to include with the All Access Pass are around the perimeter of the Center of Times Square and some venues are located within the barricaded area or the Ball drop zone.
Q: My friends and I purchased the WILD CARD tickets separately, but want to start together, how do we make sure we do?
Email info@1231.com with the full names of each person in your group who purchased tickets with their order # and we will make sure to place your group together (based on availability at specific venues).
Q: When will I know what my starting location is with a WILD CARD ticket?
When you arrive to pick up your tickets, you will receive a starting location.
Q: My ticket says "WILL-CALL" what does that mean?
You have purchased your ticket for pick up. This means you must go to the Times Square All Access Store located at Times Square Center (See Below). You MUST pick up your ticket(s) prior to the event start. Times Square is extremely difficult to get around after noon on December 31, 2009.
Q: I have purchased tickets, now what?
Once you have purchased tickets online, you will receive an email confirmation about your purchase. Your will need to pick up your tickets BEFORE the event starts, so you can access Times Square.
If you did not receive an email confirmation about where to pick up your Times Square All Access Pass, please email info@1231.com with your full name, email, and order # and we will contact you within 24 hours of your request with the information.
Times Square All Access Store will be located at: Omni Berkshire.
Will-Call Ticket Pickup:
OMNI BERKSHIRE
21 East 52nd Street
at Madison Avenue
- December 26 - December 28, 2009 (Hours from 10 AM - 8 PM)
- December 29 - December 31, 2009 (Hours from 9 AM - 8 PM)
- YOU MUST HAVE YOUR TICKET BEFORE THE EVENT AND CANNOT PICK UP YOUR TICKETS AT THE DOOR.
- Please make sure to bring your printed receipt of payment, your photo ID and the credit card your paid with...
- To call about your tickets, call (212) 843-2400
Q: On the night of the parties, how do I access the center of Times Square?
It is recommended that you try and stay outside of the barricades to move around quicker and to cross over as close to the venue you are trying to attend as possible.
To access the center of Times Square south of 41st Street, please enter at:
- 37th Street & 7th Avenue
- 37th Street & Broadway
- 38th Street & 8th Avenue
- 38th Street & 6th Avenue
To access the center of Times Square north of 43rd Street:
- 45th from 8th Avenue & 6th Avenue
- 46th Street from 8th Avenue & 6th Avenue (press access)
- 49th Street from 8th Avenue & 6th Avenue
- 52nd Street from 8th Avenue & 6th Avenue
- 54th Street from 6th Avenue
- 55th Street from 8th Avenue
- 57th Street from 7th Avenue
- 57th Street from Broadway
- 58th Street from 8th Avenue & 6th Avenue
- 59th Street from 8th Avenue & 6th Avenue
Pedestrian & Subway Chutes
- 39th Street: Limited access to cross from Broadway to 6th Avenue
- 41st Street: Limited access to cross 7th Avenue directed westbound to 8th Avenue
- 49th Street: Limited access to cross 7th Avenue directed eastbound to 6th Avenue
- 50th Street: Limited access to cross Broadway directed westbound to 8th Avenue
- 53rd Street: Limited access to cross Broadway directed westbound to 8th Avenue
- 55th Street: Limited access to cross 7th Avenue directed eastbound to 7th Avenue
