VIP Tickets to Texas Monthly’s 2011 BBQ Festival On Sale Now
VIP tickets for the second annual Texas Monthly BBQ Festival, October 30 in Austin, go on sale today. Last year’s event was a stunner, featuring 19 of the 50 Best BBQ joints in Texas, as named in TexMo’s 2008 Best BBQ issue.
Here’s what you can expect:
From the TxMo site:
When will tickets go on sale?
VIP tickets go on sale June 8, 2011.
General admission tickets go on sale August 10, 2011.
How much does it cost to attend?
VIP tickets: $118* (see below for VIP ticket benefits)
General Admission tickets: $58*
NOTE: Children 5 and under are free; however you must order a complimentary child ticket through the Long Center to reserve your child’s spot in case of a sellout.
*$7 Long Center service fee applicable to all tickets purchased online or over the phone. Service fee does not apply to tickets purchased at the 3M Box Office.
What is included with the purchase of a VIP ticket?
VIP ticket holders will receive:
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- 2 beverage coupons
- One (1) BBQ Festival T-shirt
- One (1) one-year subscription to TEXAS MONTHLY
- One (1) Q Card redeemable at participating restaurants and retailers (click here for more Q Card details)
NOTE: VIP Ticket holders can pick up their gift items at a designated VIP booth on the festival grounds. Each ticket includes a one-year subscription to Texas Monthly. By providing your shipping information at check-out, this will automatically process a new one-year subscription for you, or extend your existing subscription for another year. Each subscription is valued at $2.00. If you would like to decline your subscription you may request a refund of $2.00 by contacting Megan Jackson at MJackson@texasmonthly.com.
Where do I purchase tickets?
You can purchase your tickets online, over the phone, or in person at the 3M Box Office. The 3M Box Office is located at the street-level of the Long Center, 701 W. Riverside Drive, Austin, Texas 78704. Open daily and through intermission during performances. Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, cash and personal checks are accepted for payment.
Festival goers have the option to have tickets mailed in advance (for an additional fee) or held at will-call for pickup the day of the event.
Are tickets also available at the door?
Yes. Barring a complete sellout, tickets will be available for purchase (VIP admission: $125; general admission: $65) at the 3M Box Office the day of the event.
Is there a discount for children?
Yes. Children 5 and under will receive complimentary admission to the festival; however you must order a complimentary child ticket through the Long Center to reserve your child’s spot in case of a sellout.