Concert Advisory

James Taylor

📅 Thursday, June 18, 2026
📍 200 Hurd Rd, Bethel, NY
🚗 Parking Lots Open 3:30 PM
🟢 Green Room Opens 4:30 PM
🚪 Member Gates 5:30 PM  |  General Gates 6:00 PM
🎶 Showtime 7:30 PM
⏰ Arrive Early to Beat the Gate Rush

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Schedule

  • 3:30 PM
    Parking Lots Open
    Presented by Healey Brothers
    Free general parking. Premium Parking in Lot D is sold out.
  • 4:30 PM
    Green Room Opens
    Presented by TD Bank
    Private pre-show bar, restrooms & pub games in the Market Sheds. Purchase Green Room.
  • 5:30 PM
    Member Gates Open
    Bethel Woods Members enjoy early gate access at 5:30 PM. Plan for 20+ minutes walking from parking to the main entry gate.
  • 6:00 PM
    Horizon Stage — della
    Americana
    Emerging artist performance FREE with your concert admission · Located just inside the main gates. A great reason to arrive right at gate time.
  • 6:00 PM
    General Gates Open
    Allow 20 minutes to walk from parking to the main entrance, plus additional time to reach your seats at the Pavilion.
  • 7:30 PM
    Showtime ⭐
    Main Pavilion Stage · James Taylor. All times subject to change.
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No Opening Act — Plan for a Busy Gate
James Taylor performs without an opening act, which means virtually everyone in the audience is heading through the gates at the same time. Entry lines will be at their longest right around 6:00 PM. It's a 20+ minute walk from parking to the main gate — plus more time to reach your seats. Give yourself plenty of extra time so you're settled in before James takes the stage at 7:30 PM.
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Day-of Alerts
Follow @BethelWoodsCenter on Facebook or Instagram for day-of alerts. You may also tune into FM 107.7 for announcements.
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Know Before You Go

First Timer's Guide

Everything You Need to Know Before You Arrive

Set on the historic grounds of the 1969 Woodstock festival, Bethel Woods is unlike any other venue. Watch our quick guide and check the list below so you arrive prepared.

  • Download the Ticketmaster app & load your ticket before you leave home — don't wait until you're in line. The SafeTix ticket uses a rotating barcode that refreshes every 15 seconds. Screen captures will not work.
  • Bring only a clear bag (12″×12″×6″ max) or a small (5.5″×8.5″) clutch purse
  • Arrive well before the 6:00 PM gate opening — with no opening act, the full crowd arrives at once and gates will be at their busiest right at 6:00 PM
  • Allow 20+ minutes to walk from parking to the main entry, then more to the Pavilion
  • We are cashless — we accept credit cards, debit cards, and mobile payments (Apple & Google Pay).
  • No re-entry once you exit the venue gates
Full Visitor FAQ
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Entry & Security

📱 Mobile-Only Ticketing
We use SafeTix — encrypted mobile tickets with a rotating barcode refreshing every 15 seconds. Open your ticket in the Ticketmaster app at full brightness.
Print-at-home not accepted.
SafeTix FAQ →
👜 Clear Bag Policy
Clear bags 12″×12″×6″ max. One small non-clear clutch (5.5″×8.5″) per person. All bags inspected at entry.

Clear Bag Details →
What You Can Bring In
  • Water: Up to two factory-sealed plastic bottles (20 oz. or less) per person
  • Reusable bottle: One empty plastic bottle (32 oz. or less) per person
  • Food: One gallon-size clear zip-lock bag per person
Prohibited Items
  • Outside beverages beyond those listed above
  • Metal / aluminum / glass reusable bottles
  • Cameras with detachable lenses; professional audio/video equipment; drones
  • Weapons of any kind, including concealed carry firearms
  • Beach-style umbrellas
  • Personal folding chairs (rentals available on-site)
  • Aerosol spray cans (sunscreen/bug spray)

Full list: Code of Conduct

💳 Cashless Venue

Credit Cards, Debit Cards, and Mobile Payments (Apple & Google Pay) accepted everywhere. Prepaid debit cards are available for purchase at the Museum Shop and can be used throughout the venue.

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New for 2026: Open Gate Security
We're unveiling a streamlined security system this year. Bag check and walk-through screening should move faster than prior years. Load your ticket before you leave home and have it open at full brightness when you reach the gate.
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Maps & Parking

Venue Map
Parking Map
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No Opening Act — Budget Extra Time to Park & Walk
Because there is no opening act, everyone in the audience tends to arrive in the same window. We recommend arriving early, grabbing a spot, and enjoying the Horizon Stage or exploring the grounds while others are still making their way in.
🚗 Driving Directions
200 Hurd Rd, Bethel, NY 12720.
Get Directions →

Free general parking.
View parking map →

Premium Parking in Lot D is sold out.
Accessibility
Free accessible parking available with valid disability placard. First come, first served.

Transportation Assistance Shuttle available from Lot D to the main stage plaza. Starts 1½ hours before showtime. One guest with mobility needs plus one companion only.

Underwritten by Crystal Run Healthcare
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Need Assistance?
Call 845-583-2000, visit our accessibility page, or email our team.
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New for 2026: Rideshare Zone — Closes 9:30 PM
Bethel, NY is a remote area with limited rideshare availability. You MUST schedule your ride ahead of time. Rideshare Zone closes at 9:30 PM. Drivers must arrive and be waiting before 9:30 PM or they will not be able to enter.
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Pre-schedule
Schedule your Uber, Lyft, taxi, car service, or personal pickup in advance. Do not wait until the show ends.
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Arrive by 9:30 PM
Drivers must arrive by 9:30 PM. Hurd Road closes to incoming traffic at that time.
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Waiting Area
Turn left at the crosswalk and walk along Hurd Rd. to the designated passenger waiting area.
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Confirm with Driver
Make sure your driver knows they must arrive by 9:30 PM and is prepared to wait for you at the pickup zone.
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Upgrades & Experiences

Premium Parking
Pre-purchase premium parking in Lot D for convenient, close-in parking. SOLD OUT
Green Room
Private pre-show bar, restrooms & pub games in the Market Sheds. Opens 90 min before general admission.
Presented by TD Bank
Purchase Green Room
Tito's Reserved Lawn
Reserved chair, prime views, and a designated area close to the pavilion with easy concession access. Lawn ticket required.
Presented by Tito's Vodka
Get Reserved Lawn
Lawn Chair Rental
Save time and pre-purchase your lawn chair rental. Specially designed for our sloped lawn. Personal chairs are not permitted in the venue. $10 in advance, $12 day-of.
Take a Seat
The Museum at Bethel Woods
Explore the '60s & Woodstock. Open from 10 AM to showtime on concert days. Only $12 with your concert ticket.
Learn More
Golf Cart Tours
Reserve a show-day guided tour of the museum or the historic 1969 Woodstock festival grounds with an "expert hippie."
Select a Tour
Emerging Artist Performance

Horizon Stage — 6:00 PM

Included FREE with your concert admission · Located just beyond the main gates

della
Americana

della performs right as general gates open — the perfect reason to arrive early, skip the rush, and enjoy some great music while the crowds are still filing in.

Presented by Prager Metis

No hotel? No problem.

Stay the Night — Camp Steps from the Stage

Skip the late-night drive and wake up on the historic grounds of Woodstock '69. With heavy traffic after the show, camping is the smartest move you can make. Choose your setup or let us do it for you.

Glamping & RV Sites 🚗 Car + Tent Camping
Book Now Camping Info
🌱 Camping proceeds support our 501(c)(3) nonprofit mission
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Merch & Shopping

The Museum Shop
Located inside The Museum at Bethel Woods. Woodstock collectibles, books, apparel, and unique Bethel Woods merchandise. Open daily from 10 AM.
📍 Museum Building
Museum Store Outpost
Inside the main concert grounds. Woodstock merch, Bethel Woods gear, and 20th Anniversary items. Opens with general admission.
📍 In Venue
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Shop for a Reason
Every purchase at Bethel Woods supports our 501(c)(3) nonprofit mission — from arts education and historic preservation to our Ticket and Arts Access Program.
James Taylor ticketholders get 10% off at Bethel Buds, located 2 miles away from Bethel Woods! Show your digital ticket in-store to receive the discount.
Rock n Recycle
Rock 'n' Recycle
Help keep Bethel Woods beautiful by recycling your cans and bottles during the show. Stop by the Rock'n'Recycle tent to earn exclusive rewards and make a positive impact.
Supported by Platform Industries
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Frequently Asked Questions

No re-entry once you exit through the venue gates. Make sure you have everything before entering.
Small personal blankets are permitted on the lawn. Beach-style umbrellas are NOT allowed. Personal folding chairs are not permitted; lawn chair rentals are available on-site.
A bag check area is available for bags that don't meet the clear bag policy. Space is limited — first come, first served.
During the event: visit the main information booth near the entry gates. After the event: bethelwoodscenter.org/lost-found
Only service animals are permitted. Do not leave animals in vehicles.
No general age requirement. Guests under 18 should be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Guests under 21 observed with alcohol will be ejected, including from parking lots.
Designated area at the rear walkway at the top of the lawn hill only. No smoking on the lawn, in the Pavilion, or on pathways. Includes e-cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and chewing tobacco.
Plan on approximately 20 minutes from parking to the Main Entry gate, plus additional walking to the Pavilion stage. Wear comfortable shoes. A Transportation Assistance Shuttle is available free of charge for guests with mobility needs.
Follow @BethelWoodsCenter on Facebook and Instagram for weather and event alerts.
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