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Inspiring, educating and empowering through the arts and humanities.
Sing along and dance to your heart's content at concerts featuring your favorite music, artists, and performers at Bethel Woods in the Catskills Region of Upstate NY!
Featuring chart-topping artists of today and yesterday from all different genres, The Pavilion at Bethel Woods is one of the Catskills' best outdoor concert venues.
For more intimate music shows and orchestral concerts, view our indoor venue schedule at the Event Gallery where we host nationally recognized artists, choral groups, and local musicians year-round.
No. There are a limited number of lawn chair rentals, and just like tickets do, these sell out. Lawn chair rentals go on-sale at the same time that lawn tickets go on sale.
You are always welcome to bring a blanket to sit on and upgrades are available if there is room under the pavilion.
Children under 2 are allowed free on the lawn & children under 6 months old do not require a ticket to enter the pavilion. Some cultural performances may have youth discounts, and those discounts will be noted on the individual event pages on our website.
Strollers, car seats, or baby carriers are permitted on the lawn. However, in the Pavilion, the child must sit on the parent's lap. The stroller, car seat, or carrier can be parked just outside of the Pavilion aisles at your own risk. Please feel free to ask any staff member for assistance.
Yes, video screens are used for most Pavilion Stage performances and are located on both sides of the stage, as well as on the outside of the Pavilion facing the lawn
Hand-held umbrellas are allowed for protection against inclement weather or strong sunlight. No beach style or ground-mounted umbrellas are permitted.
You may bring food (in 1-gallon Zip-loc style bag per person) and two (2) factory sealed 20 oz. bottles of water per person. Water must be in liquid form (not frozen) and NO OTHER beverages are permitted (Includes soda, power/energy drinks, juice, etc.) No outside alcohol is permitted inside the venue.
Small "point and shoot" cameras are allowed that fit within the pockets of jeans. However, larger cameras including professional style or with removable lenses are NOT permitted into the venue.
No - Laptops, tablets, iPads, Nooks or any form of electronic device is not permitted at any of our performances.
Lawn chairs are NOT permitted to be brought into the venue. For your safety and convenience, Bethel Woods offers lawn chairs appropriate for the slope of the lawn. These chairs are available for rental at the Box Office or for purchase on our website in advance, or directly at the Lawn Chair Tent located at the top of the lawn in Festival Plaza (ask any staff member to guide you). There are a limited number of lawn chair rentals.
Blankets are permitted for use on the lawn.
All ticket sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges. All dates, acts, times and ticket prices are subject to change without notice.
The general admission lawn seating area is designed with an incline in order to provide optimum sound and sight lines to the main stage.
Bethel Woods has designated smoking areas at the rear walkway at the TOP of the lawn hill. Smoking is limited to this designated area only. There is NO SMOKING on the lawn, in the Pavilion or on the pathways. This includes the use of electronic cigarettes, e-cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and chewing tobacco. Non-compliance may result in a removal from the facility.
Yes. Contact customer service via your Ticketmaster account or call 1-800-653-8000 OR for a $2 fee at the Bethel Woods Box Office.
As part of our continued commitment to public safety, guests will be able to carry only the following style and size bag, package or container into the venue and WILL BE SUBJECT TO A THOROUGH SEARCH
APPROVED BAGS INCLUDE:
CLEAR BAGS MADE OF PLASTIC, VINYL OR PVC AND DO NOT EXCEED 12" X 6" X 12" Items in the bag must be in clear plastic bags (Ziploc bag or similar)
ONE GALLON CLEAR PLASTIC FREEZER BAG (Ziploc bag or similar)
SMALL CLUTCH BAGS, APPROXIMATELY THE SIZE OF A HAND, WITH OR WITHOUT A HANDLE OR STRAP CAN BE TAKEN INTO THE VENUE WITH ONE OF THE CLEAR PLASTIC BAGS
PROHIBITED ITEMS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
Purses larger than a clutch bag, hard or soft coolers, briefcases, luggage of any kind, computer bags and camera bags or any bag larger than the permissible size
An exception will be made for medically necessary items after proper inspection
Please contact security at least 24 hours in advance to request an exception at 845-583-2062
Clear bags are available for purchase at the Bindy Bazaar Museum Shop at Bethel Woods, as well as at the main gates on concert dates, in the parking lots, and at the front gate merchandise tent.
There will be express entry lanes available for those who travel lite!
Pavilion Concerts
Event Gallery Concerts (SRO, Pop or Rock Events)
Chamber/Classical Events
Arts & Humanities Events
Standard Museum Operating Day
Special Events and Weddings
Ticketed Festivals (Beer, Wine)
Unticketed Festivals (Harvest and Holiday)
By joining the Bethel Woods Newsletter, you will be notified in advance about our season calendar of events. Also follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Plan to arrive early. The parking lots and gates times vary by event. Allow yourself a minimum of 20 minutes to walk from your car to the Pavilion stage seating area.
All guests sitting under the pavilion are required to hold a ticket for a pavilion seat. But, if it rains, you may visit our Box Office or Lawn Chair Booth to upgrade your ticket to a pavilion seat, if inventory is available. Bethel Woods is an outdoor facility and the performances are not canceled due to inclement weather. We urge our guests to be prepared by tuning into local radio stations (WSUL 98.3, WVOS 95.5. THUNDER102 102.1) for information on the day’s weather forecast.
No. Our lawn is general admission. You may pick your seat on a first-come, first-serve basis. The seat location on your ticket is for Bethel Woods inventory tracking only.
For safety reasons, Bethel Woods has a “no re-entry" policy. We recommend that our guests bring the items they will need with them and a light sweater or jacket as evenings can get cooler.
We are a live concert venue and you should expect guests to occasionally stand and dance, especially at rock and contemporary concerts. We ask that all guests be mindful of those around them. If you need assistance with this matter, please seek out a Bethel Woods staff or volunteer.
At Bethel Woods, we strive to provide all our guests with a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable atmosphere by observing these general policies:
Bethel Woods Center for the Arts prides itself in being a safe, family friendly environment for all guests. All guests must follow the directions and instructions provided by Bethel Woods staff security, and law enforcement. Bethel Woods permits tailgating under the conditions outlined in these Tailgating rules:
Please remember that Bethel Woods Center for the Arts is private property. Violating our policies or Code of Conduct may result in ejction from the property, the revocation of tickets and/or law enforcement intervention.
All guests should cross roadways at the designated crosswalks, walk in the designated pedestrian walkways and should NOT WALK ON Hurd Road or West Shore Road.
General parking at Bethel Woods is free of charge. Please be wary of local neighbors with homemade parking signs. These parking areas are typically longer walking distances to the venue and are not safely accessible from the venue. For your safety, please park in official designated Bethel Woods parking areas.
For the safety and convenience of all guests, every person and vehicle on premises is subject to search at the venue. This search may include the use of hand-held metal detectors and hand searches of individuals and carried items.
We strongly urge all Guests to budget additional time for entry into the venue when planning their visits. Any item or property that could affect the safety of the venue, its occupants or its property shall not be permitted into the venue. Bethel Woods reserves the right to prohibit or require removal of any items at their sole and absolute discretion. Any person that could affect the safety of the venue, its occupants or its property shall be denied entry.
Guests are welcome to bring the following into Bethel Woods:
THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE PROHIBITED AT BETHEL WOODS:
Bethel Woods strongly urges all guests to budget additional time for entry into the venue when planning their visits. Any item or property that could affect the safety of the venue, its occupants or its property shall not be permitted into the venue. Bethel Woods reserves the right to prohibit or require removal of any items at their sole and absolute discretion. Any person that could affect the venue, its occupants or its property shall be denied entry.
Note: Guests are not permitted to bring in alcoholic beverages from outside and may not leave with alcohol purchased inside the venue. There is no claim-check area to store items. We ask that our guests avoid bringing prohibited items and return items to car prior to entry. Prohibited items may be discarded by owner without compensation from venue.
Event patrons and guests who violate the Code of Conduct, such as drunk and disorderly behavior or violation of any alcohol policy, will be subject to ejection without refund. Bethel Woods management reserves the right to discontinue the sale of alcohol at any time.
All shows are Rain or Shine and will not be canceled due to inclement weather. In the event of inclement weather and/or poor road conditions, the performance will go on as scheduled as long as the performer or attraction is present. There will be no refunds, credits or exchanges offered.
A Season Lawn Pass guarantees your place on the lawn all summer, valid for general admission for the lawn for all Pavilion concerts, including "Pavilion Only" and SOLD OUT shows. It also includes a free lawn chair rental at each concert and is transferable, so you can share it with friends, family or co-workers. (Valid for one admission per event only).
If you’re not planning on taking advantage of our bus options, consider taking advantage of our Designated Driver Program.
Here’s how it works:
The Designated Driver stops at the Designated Driver Booth upon arrival to pick up their badge and a voucher for a free soft drink. After the show, the Designated Driver stops back at the Booth, hands in the badge and is entered to win a gift bag that includes artist merchandise. DDs are also entered to win the grand prize: (2) 2021 Bethel Woods Season Lawn Passes!
As a family-friendly venue offering programs for all ages, it is important to us that all ages feel welcome and enjoy their time at Bethel Woods. That’s why we’ve dedicated a section of the general admission lawn at The Pavilion as our Family Zone. The Family Zone is free of smoking, alcoholic beverages, standing, and inappropriate language, creating a more enjoyable experience for our guests of all ages. The zone is first come, first served and does have limited capacity.
The Family Zone is sponsored by The Kartrite Resort & Indoor Waterpark
Additional Tips/Advice
Attending a concert? Be prepared with these tips for making the most of your experience:
We have a "No Shoes, No Shirt, No Entry" policy. For the safety of all guests, this policy is strictly enforced.
Guests are not permitted to bring in alcoholic beverages from outside and may not leave with alcohol purchased inside the venue. There is no claim-check area to store items. We ask that our guests avoid bringing prohibited items and return items to car prior to entry. Prohibited items may be discarded by owner without compensation from venue.
Event patrons and guests who violate the Code of Conduct, such as drunk and disorderly behavior or violation of any alcohol policy, will be subject to ejection without refund. Bethel Woods management reserves the right to discontinue the sale of alcohol at any time.
Tickets are available at the Bethel Woods Box Office, Ticketmaster or by phone 1-800-745-3000.
Visit our website or follow us on Facebook. You can also tune into 107.7FM for up to the minute concert and traffic information.
Tickets can be picked up at the Will Call Table outside the Box Office on Hurd Road. Concert “will call” tickets can only be picked up when gates open on the day of show. Museum “will call” tickets can be picked up any time during normal business hours prior to your visit. Remember to bring your photo ID and the credit card you used for the ticket purchase.
For General Parking, our parking staff will direct you to the appropriate general lots. For Museum or Event Gallery performances parking is in the main lot across from the Museum. For Pavilion Stage performances, Bethel Woods Members must have their official pass displayed in the windshield so that the parking staff may guide you to the appropriate lot.
