frequently asked questions

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the event

  • Pizza kingpin Dave Portnoy is back with the third and biggest-ever edition of his viral phenomenon, One Bite Pizza Festival, returning to Randall’s Island on Saturday, September 13, 2025. Following two consecutive sellouts, including 10,000+ fans in 2024, Portnoy and Medium Rare are cranking the ovens to full blast for a day that promises more pizzerias, more slices, and more unforgettable pizza-inspired experiences than ever before. This year’s festival partners include PEPSI®, Ninja, BILT Saputo, Verizon, Ferraro Foods, Marie’s Refrigerated Salad Dressing, High Noon, Marra Forni, ‘47 Brand, Flatiron Pepper Co. Tickets to the festival will be available starting this Friday, June 20th at 10:00AM EST. Make sure to register for the pre-sale now to lock in the best pricing. 

    This year’s festival features 40+ top-rated pizzerias handpicked by Portnoy himself, dishing out all-you-can-eat slices from legendary names like Lucali, Di Fara, Frank Pepe, Prince Street Pizza, Ceres (VIP Only) and more. Expect a massive menu of New York style, Neapolitan, Sicilian, Tomato Pies, Grandma slices, Bar Pies, and beyond. Festival attendees can also indulge themselves in an authentic taste of Italy thanks to Ferraro Foods serving five new dishes this year at their activation and Pepsi is making sure everyone gets the most flavor out of their pizza “bites” by giving a complimentary ice-cold Pepsi®, Pepsi® Zero Sugar, or Pepsi® Zero Sugar Wild Cherry to each ticket holder (while supplies last). For those with a sweet tooth, every ticket includes entry into an Italian Dessert Village featuring NYC’s most indulgent treats from Sal & Jerry’s Bakery, the Lemon Ice King of Corona, Ferrara Bakery & Cafe, The Espresso Guys, Eileen’s Cheesecakes (VIP-Only), Veniero’s Pastry (VIP-Only) and more. 

    Along with fan favorite slices, guests will engage with a myriad of flavors and fun brought to them by our festival partners. New for this year, the 2025 rendition of One Bite Pizza Festival will host pizzerias within the Pizza Deserves Pepsi experience as well as Saputo’s Pizza Plaza. Also, Ninja will be highlighting their all-new 5-in-1 pizza oven serving up four types of pizza slices - all with the touch of a button in the same oven.

    Taking place across two sessions, fans can select if they would like to purchase All-Inclusive Pizza afternoon or evening tickets starting at $199.99 or opt in for VIP experiences inclusive of open bar and early access should they choose to for $649.99. Session 1 will be held from 1:00PM-4:30PM with early access from 12:30PM-1:00PM for VIP guests. Session 2 will follow a similar format, opening from 6:00PM-9:30PM for general admission pizza lovers with VIP early entry from 5:30PM-6:00PM. If you are seeking the world’s most luxurious pizza experience, snag a seat at the Chef’s Tasting VIP Table featuring a full service nonstop buffet from the festival’s 10 featured headliner pizzerias, a special dessert, and exquisite drinks delivered directly to your seat by dedicated servers.

  • One Bite Pizza Festival will take place at Randall’s Island Park, New York City.  There are multiple ways to get to and from One Bite Pizza Fest, plan ahead by visiting our Getting Here Page that has more info on how to get to Randall’s Island Park. 

  • One Bite Pizza Fest is open to guests of all ages.

    Children aged 2 and under do not need a ticket but must be accompanied by a parent legal guardian who must purchase a ticket.

    Beer and Liquor will be available for guests 21+ with valid government-issued identification.

  • Taking place across two sessions, fans can select if they would like to purchase All-Inclusive Pizza afternoon or evening tickets

    Afternoon Session

    12:30pm-1:00pm – VIP Early Access*
    1:00pm-4:30pm - General Admission

    Evening Session

    5:30-6:00pm – VIP Early Access*
    6:00-9:30pm - General Admission

    *VIP tickets provide the opportunity to get into the venue thirty minutes before the general admission gates opening to the public. Guests can select which session they’d prefer when purchasing their ticket.

    **Your ticket is only valid for the session you purchased. You will not be able to change your ticket to a different session after you have already purchased your ticket.

  • There will be 40+ Iconic Pizzerias at the event that will be serving All-You-Can-Eat Pizza.  Please visit the Pizzeria Page for a list of all Pizzerias.

  • ONE BITE PIZZA FEST IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT. 

    NO REFUNDS OR EXCHANGES WILL BE OFFERED UNLESS THE EVENT IS 100% CANCELED.

arrival

  • Only small bags will be permitted.

    Large purses, bags or backpacks (over 15” X 15” X 5” inches) are NOT PERMITTED.

    • NO Weapons of ANY kind, including knives or sharp objects

    • NO Flammable products

    • NO Fireworks/explosives

    • NO Open fires or grills of any kind (including propane and charcoal)

    • NO Chinese lanterns

    • NO Generators

    • NO Illegal Substances

    • NO Alcohol

    • NO Smoking and/or Smoking Products of any kind (lighters, cigarettes, vapes, marijuana, etc.)

    • NO Paint of any kind (including paint markers and spray paint)

    • NO Gas masks or tactical gear

    • NO Unsealed over the counter medications/vitamins (prescription drugs in non-approved containers must be turned over to medical)

    • NO Unsealed tampons

    • NO Outside Food – A personal sized factory sealed food item is allowed for those with specific dietary restrictions, with a doctor’s note only. (exception of one unopened water bottle)

    • NO Large purses or bags (over 15” X 15” X 5” inches)

    • NO Coolers of any size allowed

    • NO Picnic Baskets

    • NO Tents, hammocks or Camping Equipment

    • NO Blankets

    • NO Umbrellas

    • NO Stuffed animals/dolls

    • NO Pacifiers

    • NO Water/Squirt Guns

    • NO Bicycles, scooters, go carts, ATVs, skateboards, or personal motorized or manual vehicles

    • NO Hard back chairs / Lawn Furniture

    • NO Sports Equipment (Balls, Frisbees etc)

    • NO Totems or Flags

    • NO Lightsticks

    • NO Laser Pens or similar focused lights

    • NO Pets

    • NO Glass containers of any kind

    • NO outside beverages of any kind

    • NO Musical Instruments

    • NO Chains/Chain Wallets

    • NO Nunchucks

    • NO Large backpacks or luggage

    • NO Push carts

    • NO Soap, shampoo, conditioner or other detergents

    • NO Selfie Sticks

    • NO Laser pointers

    • NO Professional still camera equipment (no detachable lenses, no tripods, big zooms, or commercial use rigs)

    • NO Audio/video recording equipment

    • NO Drones or hover cameras

    • NO Flyers, stickers, posters

    • NO illegal vending is permitted. NO unauthorized/unlicensed vendors allowed

    • Any other items deemed as posing a threat to the safe enjoyment of the patrons or that would disrupt performances.

    If you bring any of the items on the above prohibited items list into the event, such items will be confiscated and discarded and you will be subject to removal from the event based on the sole discretion of company.  Under no circumstances will company hold any prohibited items for you.

    ALL PERSONS AND PROPERTY ARE SUBJECT TO SEARCH AND MAY BE REQUIRED TO TAKE OFF YOUR SHOES DURING SEARCH. COMPANY HAS  ZERO TOLERANCE  FOR ILLEGAL ACTIVITIES. THE USE OF ILLEGAL DRUGS AND UNDERAGE DRINKING IS NOT PERMITTED. ANYONE FOUND WITH ILLEGAL DRUGS AND/OR UNDERAGE DRINKING WILL BE SUBJECT TO REMOVAL FROM THE EVENT AND WILL NOT BE ALLOWED BACK IN.

  • Yes, everyone is subject to security screenings, searches, and pat downs prior to entry.


  • Professional cameras (DSLR’s) are not allowed at One Bite Pizza Festival. Feel free to take pics on your phone!


  • No pets are allowed at the event.  For patrons with disabilities who wish to bring their legitimate service animal, we ask that you review and follow the policies outlined below: 

    • Service Animals must be accompanied by the handler with the disability at all times

    • Service Animals must be under the control and supervision of their handler at all times

    • Service Animals are not permitted to be left unattended under any circumstances

    • Handlers are required to be prepared for and clean up after, their animals at all times

    • We deserve the right to remove and/or refuse access to any service animal from the venue if that animal is deemed to be a health or safety threat to festival patrons, staff, or other service animals, or in violation of these policies

  • One Bite Pizza Fest is a cashless event, so there won’t be any ATM’s at One Bite Pizza Festival.

tickets & entry

  • One Bite Pizza Fest is open to guests of all ages.

    Children aged 2 and under do not need a ticket but must be accompanied by a parent legal guardian who must purchase a ticket.

    There are tickets available for kids 13 & under. Kids older than 13 require a normal ticket.

    Beer and Liquor will be available for guests 21+ with valid government-issued identification.

  • Experience One Bite Pizza Festival with an all-inclusive general admission ticket and enjoy access to the venue during your designated session, unlimited all-you-can-eat pizza, access to the Italian Dessert Village and so much more! 

    • Access to One Bite Pizza Festival during either the afternoon (1:00PM-4:30PM) OR evening session (6:00PM-9:30PM)

    • Unlimited all-you-can-eat pizza from 40+ of the best pizzerias in America

    • Access to the Ferraro Foods Piazza featuring complimentary Italian delicacies

    • Access to the Italian Dessert Village featuring complimentary desserts such as: Italian Ices, Italian Pastries, and more!

    • Unlimited free PEPSI® soda available throughout the festival

    • Interactive One Bite Activations, Photo Moments, and more

    • Access to Cash Bar With Spirits, Beer, Wine, RTD and Soft Drinks

    All GA Ticket Tiers provide the same level of access. Tiers change as the event is closer to sell-out. The earlier you purchase tickets, the more money you will save. 

    ONE BITE PIZZA FEST IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT. 

    NO REFUNDS OR EXCHANGES WILL BE OFFERED UNLESS THE EVENT IS 100% CANCELED.

  • All Pizza is included in your ticket! You can eat unlimited pizza from all of our pizzerias.


  • The following original forms of identification are ACCEPTABLE:

    • Government-Issued Passport

    • Driver’s License (U.S. or Canada)

    • Military Identification Card with Photo; or Government-Issued Identification Card with Photo.

     The following forms of identification are UNACCEPTABLE:

    • Expired Identification Card;

    • School Identification Card;

    • License/Identification Card issued in countries other than the U.S. or Canada;

    • Birth Certificate;

    • Social Security Card;

    • Federal Immigration Card;

    • Voter Registration Card; and

    • Photo Copies or Digital Copies of any acceptable forms of identification.

  • Tickets are non-refundable. 

    The event will happen rain or shine.  

    If the festival is 100% cancelled due to rain with no reschedule date, tickets will be refunded. 

vip all-inclusive pizza & open bar tickets

  • Elevate your experience at the word’s greatest gathering of Pizzeria and eat your way through Pizza heaven as a VIP featuring exclusive Pizzerias, desserts, and an open bar experience! 

    • Dedicated VIP Open Bar With Spirits, Beer, Wine, RTD’s, and Soft Drinks 

    • Early VIP-only access to One Bite Pizza Festival thirty minutes prior to the posted session start time (Beat the lines and get to try every pizzeria before everyone else!)

    • VIP-Exclusive Access to the festival's most in-demand new pizzeria - Ceres - as well as one of the top-rated fan favorites from Chicago - Pizz’amici 

    • Dedicated VIP-Only desserts from Eileen’s Cheesecakes and Ferrara Cannoli

    • Access to Dave’s VIP Clubhouse featuring exclusive dedicated pizzerias and Italian desserts as well as VIP-Only Premium Restrooms 

    • Dedicated VIP Fast Track Festival Entrance 

    • Unlimited complimentary Pizza from 40+ of the best Pizzerias in America

    • Access to the Ferraro Foods Piazza featuring complimentary Italian delicacies

    • Access to the Italian Dessert Village featuring complimentary desserts such as: Italian Ices, Italian Pastries, and more!

    • Unlimited free PEPSI® soda available throughout the festival

    All VIP Ticket Tiers provide the same level of access. Tiers change as the event is closer to sell-out. The earlier you purchase tickets, the more money you will save. 

    ONE BITE PIZZA FEST IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT. 

    NO REFUNDS OR EXCHANGES WILL BE OFFERED UNLESS THE EVENT IS 100% CANCELED. 

  • All Pizza is included in your ticket! You can eat unlimited pizza from all of our pizzerias.


  • Yes, you can bring your children into VIP but they must have VIP ticket.

    Must be 21+ to consume alcohol. 


  • No. You will receive your wristband on site at the VIP entrance.


  • Tickets are non-refundable. 


  • No. Tickets must be picked up by the individual who purchased the ticket.

parking

  • There is NO PARKING available on Randall’s Island for One Bite Pizza Fest. You may be dropped off and picked up by your own vehicle but there will be no location available to park on the island.  There are multiple ways to get to and from One Bite Pizza Fest, plan ahead by visiting our Getting Here Page that has more info on how to get to Randall’s Island Park. 

    Though there is no parking available on the island there is multiple parking garages close to Randall’s Island:

    Parking Garages near 125th Bridge Manhattan Side:

    • East River Plaza Garage – E. 116th Street between Pleasant Ave and FDR Drive

    • Paladino Parking Lot – 10 Paladino Ave

    • MPG Parking Lot – 1559 Lexington Ave

    • Brown Parking Systems – 1707A Park Ave

    • E-Z Park East – 127th St. and Park Ave

    • iPark E 124 Garage – 124th between 2nd & 3rd

    • Taino Towers Garage Corp – 211 122nd between 2nd & 3rd

    Parking Garages near 125th Bridge Queens Side:

    • MPG Parking – 28-98 Astoria Blvd, Queens, NY

    • PV Parking – 29-19 Newton Ave, Queens, NY

    • Sylvan Parking – 23-25 31st St., Queens, NY

    • Astoria Central Parking – 31-57 31st St., Queens, NY

    Parking Garages near 103rd St Footbridge:

    • MPG Manhattan Parking – 440 E 102nd St

    • Glenwood Hampton Court – 103rd St. between 1st & 2nd

    • Quik Park – 102nd St. between 1st & 2nd

    • Edison ParkFast – 401 E. 110th St. Lot – Valet

    Parking Garages near Ferry (35th st & FDR Drive):

    • First Ave Parking, LLC: 416 37th St

    • Enterprise Parking Systems: 415 East 37th St

    • iPark NYUMC – 400 E 35th St.

    • iPark 1st Ave Parking – 475 East 36th St

    • Enterprise 37 East Parking LLC – 415 E 37th St

    • iPark 340 E 34 Garage – 332-342 East 34th Street

    • GMC Tunnel Garage – 300 East 34th Street

    • Pro Park America – 575 1st Ave Valet Garage – 575 1st Ave

  • There are multiple ways to get to and from One Bite Pizza Fest, plan ahead by visiting our Getting Here Page that has more info on how to get to Randall’s Island Park.