FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Tickets

Can I get a refund for my ticket?

GENERAL TICKET POLICY

  • No full refunds or cancellations.
  • Tickets are transferable.
We understand all of us have unique situations, so please contact us with any questions or needs regarding your ticket by emailing hello@slowflowers.com. ​ In these ever changing times, Slow Flowers and our venue partners recognize that county, state and federal health orders can occur and affect events at either or both of our Summit venues. During the public health crisis surrounding COVID-19, if a mandate is created within Westchester County or New York state that limits the size of social gatherings and impacts the 2022 Slow Flowers Summit based on the number of attendees, we will be in contact with all Summit guests regarding options and next steps. ​ TICKET TRANSFERS For those of wishing to transfer their ticket to another person instead, post your request to the Slow Flowers Society Facebook page, and the Slow Flowers Summit private Facebook group (someone may want to bring a friend!). You are responsible for finding a buyer for your ticket, although we are happy to add your name to a list of sellers that we'll share with anyone who contacts us directly. Reach out to us at hello@slowflowers.com.



What does the ticket price include?

Sunday, June 26th | Maple Grove Farm

  • 3 design demonstrations by Xenia D'Ambrosi, TJ McGrath and Nicole Cordier
  • Hands-on floral design session
  • Breakfast, lunch and evening reception
Monday, June 27th | Stone Barns Center*
  • 2 inspiring presentations to nurture your creative muse with artists Ronni Nicole Robinson and Frances Palmer
  • 2 design demonstrations with Stone Barns' floral experts Shannon Algiere and Philippe Gouze and floral designer TJ McGrath
  • Breakfast, lunch and savory afternoon snack from Blue Hill at Stone Barns kitchen
​ Tuesday, June 28th | Stone Barns Center
  • Floral Immersion to celebrate the linkages between artistic practices and sustainability with 4 maker demonstrations, including seasonal tablescaping, botanical dyeing, papermaking and clay
  • Walking tour of Stone Barns farm
  • Breakfast and lunch from Blue Hill at Stone Barns kitchen
​ *Dinner at Blue Hill at Stone Barns with Slow Flowers is scheduled for the evening of June 27th, 2022. The dinner is separately ticketed and includes cocktail reception and wine pairings. Discounted dinner ticket available at time of purchase of Summit ticket.



I can no longer attend. Can you help me find someone to purchase my ticket?

Yes! We've done so successfully for years - even before the pandemic - so we're happy to help this year, too. You are responsible for finding a buyer for your ticket, although we are happy to add your name to a list of sellers that we'll share with anyone who contacts us directly. For help transfering your ticket, we recommend:

Once you and the new ticket holder have settled up payment, email karen@slowflowers.com to ensure the registration system gets updated with the new guests' information.



Travel & Accommodations

Where should I stay?

A courtesy room block with discounted nightly rates is available at a nearby hotel - just 23 miles from our Day 1 venue, Maple Grove Farm, and 5 miles from our Days 2 & 3 venue, Stone Barns Center for Food & Agriculture. The Courtyard Tarrytown Westchester County hotel by Marriott is ideally settled in the picturesque village of Tarrytown, NY.​ Courtyard Tarrytown Westchester County 475 White Plains Road Tarrytown, New York 10591 2 Queen Beds $159/night* King Bed with Sofa Sleeper $149/night*​ Available the nights of June 25-June 28, 2022 Includes complimentary parking and free high-speed internet Last day to book: May 27, 2022

  • ​​ Book online
  • Book by phone: 1-800-321-2211 and mention "Slow Flowers Society room block at Tarrytown Couryard"
​*hotel room rates are subject to applicable state and local taxes (currently 14.375%) in effect at time of check out​ You're welcome to find alternate accommodations, whether a nearby hotel, short term rental company (Airbnb, VRBO, Vacasa, etc.), or otherwise!



What airport should I fly into?

Both Summit venues are located in Westchester County, New York about 35 miles north of New York in the beautiful Hudson Valley. The closest airports are:
JOHN F. KENNEDY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (JFK) Queens, NY 11430
www.jfkairport.com ​ LAGUARDIA AIRPORT (LGA) Queens, NY 11371
www.laguardiaairport.com ​ NEWARK LIBERTY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (EWR) Newark, NJ 07114 www.newarkairport.com



Is transportation provided to/from the airport, hotel, or event venues?

Transportation to and from the airport, hotel and event venues is not provided. We recommend joining the Slow Flowers Summit private Facebook group - that's for Summit guests only - to organize carpools and share expenses.



Health & Safety

Will proof of vaccination be required to attend?

If there's one thing we've learned the last few years of planning events, it's that a lot can change over a short period of time. Therefore, any recommended and required safety protocols will be determined as the event date gets closer. The Slow Flowers team continually monitors the current public health crisis surrouding COVID-19 and its impact on gathering safely. When making decisions regarding gathering in person, we take into consideration county, state and federal health orders, mandates and recommendations, as well as policies of our generous venue partners. We assure you that any updates to the recommended and required safety protocols for Summit guests will be communicated in a timely way. And we encourage you to reach out to us with any questions or concerns - anytime.



General

Can you accommodate dietary needs?

Yes. We provide gluten free, dairy free, vegetarian and vegan options at all meals. If something more specific is needed, email hello@slowflowers.com with your request and we will work with our catering partners and do our best to accommodate your needs. We'll also email all Summit guests closer to the event date to make sure we have dietary needs from everyone.



Can I bring a guest to dinner at Blue Hill on Monday?

Yes - the more the merrier! Monday, June 27 we are hosting an all-inclusive seasonal farm-to-fork dinner crafted by Michelin Star recipient, Blue Hill at Stone Barns. The dinner includes cocktail reception and wine pairings. Discounted dinner tickets are available at time of purchase of Summit ticket. Tickets can be purchased as a bundle with our 3-day Summit pass or sold separately. Take advantage of this exclusive dining experience. Guests not attending the Summit are welcome to join. More about Blue Hill at Stone Barns ​ Follow Blue Hill on Instagram ​ Press ​ Dinner Tickets



Program

Is there a chance for us to design?

Yes! Inspired by the Floral Design Takeover at the 2021 Summit, we'll be doing it again! Finding inspiration in our surroundings, each Summit guest will get to learn and create alongside others the entire second half of Day 1. In small groups, we'll create an installation that will come to the Days 2-3 venue with us, along with ceterpieces and more! It's an awesome opportunity to let your creativity flow and everyone is welcome - experts and novices alike.