Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is this a 21 and over event?
A: Yes.
Q: Will there be tickets available at the event?
A: A limited quantity will be available at the event.
Q: How can I purchase tickets ?
A: Online at:
www.tickets.com, or call: 1-800-882-4275. Or take your chances day of at the door.
Q: If I purchase my tickets too late to receive them in the mail, how do I get in?
A: If you purchase too late to make the mailing deadline, your tickets will be available at the Bailey Auditorium "Will Call" window, day of the event. Please have a valid photo I.D. and the credit card used to purchase the tickets.
Q: My friend purchased my tickets and I want to pick them up at the event.
A: These would be considered "will call" tickets. We are required to verify I.D. to match the purchasers record in order to distribute "will call" tickets.
Q: Are any drinks included in the ticket price?
A: With the exception of VIP tickets, no beverages are provided with your ticket, any beverages you would like, you must purchase at the event. However, there will be numerous drink specials to keep it inexpensive.
Q: What do I get for my ticket?
A: Access to the event, including live entertainment, music, raffles, games, and a sampling of as many wings as you can eat from many of the best chefs in Chicagoland. With wings covering 40 unique recipes, there is plenty tasting to be had.
Q: How many wings do I get to eat with my ticket?
A: As a ticketholder, you may eat as many wings as are available during the event.
Q: What is the best time to get there?
A: As the onsite parking lot fills up fast, we recommend you arriving before 1PM, which is when the wing madness begins.
Q: Can I take the CTA or other Public Transportation?
A: Both the Red line, and the Green line train have stops nearby, and the stops are within a couple of blocks of
The Bailey Auditorium, 1340 W. Washington in Chicago. TIP: Use the
C.T.A.'s Trip Planner, to help make it easy.
Q: Parking?
A: There will be limited onsite parking available, but we recommend using public transportation or carpooling. Or for the more adventurous, plan other types of travel such as parachute, glider, snowshoe, airline or charter plane at
Yahoo Travel.
Q: Are pets allowed at your event?
A: No. Chicago Municipal Health Code prohibits admittance of any non-humanoid pets at this event.
Q: If I have pre-registered for the Wing King Wing Eating Competition, do I need to purchase a Ticket to the event?
A: Yes. The Wing King Competition is only open to valid ticket holders.
Q: I'm thinking of entering my restaurant in next year's Wing Fest, where can I get more information?
A: Email us here:
newcompetitor@wingfest.net for an info kit, or call us during the week, at 312-664-6656 ex124, ask for Matt Kubinski.
For any other questions email us here:
wingcomments@wingfest.net.
