2025 NYCETC Conference

The Times Center is located at 242 W. 41st Street between Seventh and Eighth Avenues. We suggest using public transit or ride share to arrive at the conference.

Subway: A, C, E, N, Q, R, 1, 2, 3, 7, S to 42nd St. Times Square

Parking: There is no free parking in the area. Paid parking is available nearby at Meyers Parking (MP Times Square Garage) at 146 W 44th Street and Icon Parking at 249-253 W 43rd Street. Note that neither the conference nor The Times Center has a discount rate or any other relationship with local parking facilities.

Yes. The 2025 NYCETC Conference at The Times Center is designed to be accessible and inclusive for all participants.

Mobility Access: The Times Center is fully accessible to people who use wheelchairs and other mobility devices. The main auditorium, known as the Stage, is located at ground level and accessible directly from the lobby. The Hall (dining and networking area) and restrooms are accessible via a passenger elevator. Wheelchair-accessible seating will be available in both primary spaces, and all restrooms are wheelchair accessible.

Live Captioning: The livestream will include CART (live captioning) on December 9 and 10.

Audio Accessibility: All programming will feature amplified sound. The Stage and Hall are equipped with induction loop (telecoil) technology and assistive listening systems are available upon request.

Quiet Room / Lactation Space: A private room within one of the restrooms includes a comfortable chair, counter space, and an electrical outlet. This space is available upon request for nursing parents or anyone in need of a quiet, private moment during the event.

Requesting Accommodations: NYCETC is committed to ensuring a welcoming experience for all. You can request accommodations during registration or by contacting Stephanie Birmingham, Director of Community and Operations, NYCETC at sbirmingham@nycetc.org. Please submit accommodation requests by November 17 at 5 pm.

Light breakfast items and lunch will be offered on both conference days. Coffee, tea, and water will be available all day, and you can bring your own bottle/mug if you prefer. There are also water fountains onsite

Yes, if you made a dietary request upon registration, your meal will be available for you during lunch. Kosher and halal meals have their own table and will be marked by name. Gluten-free meals are also marked by name.

For all other requests, please refer to the caterer’s signage to identify the items that are vegetarian, vegan, dairy-free, etc. All meals are nut-free.

Yes, a coat and bag check is available for your use after check-in. The checkroom is staffed by Times Center house managers and accepts coats, umbrellas and other handheld items such as backpacks and small carry-on bags. Note that no food/beverage, personal transportation devices (folding bikes, skateboards, etc.), loose footwear or any other large or unsanitary items will be accepted in the checkroom.

Yes, there’s free public wifi inside The Times Center.

Security staff will be in place to ensure only registered conference participants and staff can enter the venue. There are no special health protocols in place at this time, but attendees will be notified if that changes.

All cancellation requests must be made in writing and sent via email Stephanie Birmingham, Director of Community and Operations, NYCETC at sbirmingham@nycetc.org. Cancellations received in writing more than 7 days before the event date are entitled to a full refund, minus a processing fee per canceled ticket. All refunds will be issued to the original method of payment. Cancellations received in writing less than 7 days before the event date will not be eligible for a refund, nor will a refund be given to registrants who simply do not attend the event (“no show”). If the conference is cancelled or postponed, all ticket buyers will be offered a refund.

Yes. The conference will be photographed and filmed. By registering, you grant NYCETC permission to use photos and video from the event in social media, newsletters, press materials, and other educational or promotional content that supports NYCETC’s mission.

This is a completely sold-out program, and we are unable to admit anyone who has not already registered. You may access the program instead through our free livestream.

By registering for this event, you consent to receive emails from NYCETC. NYCETC does not share or sell registrant data. Please be advised that ticket purchases and associated data are being processed by NYCETC via a third-party system, Luma. Please review Luma’s privacy policy.