Absolutely. You can enjoy wine, beer, and cocktails at all Chautauqua-owned restaurants. While there isn’t a dedicated wine, beer, or liquor store on the grounds, you can buy wine bottles to-go from Afterwords Wine Bar when you also order food.
Chautauqua Institution operates Heirloom Restaurant at the Athenaeum Hotel, 3 Taps and the A Truck, Brick Walk Cafe, Afterwords Wine Bar and the Gallery Cafe. There are also privately owned restaurants. Visit dining.chq.org to see the full list.
Electric mobility scooters are a good option for navigating the grounds for guests with mobility challenges. Scooter operators and owners are expected to obey all vehicle traffic signs, signals, and regulations as well as the Electric Mobility Scooter Policy. Scooters must be operated safely and at a speed no greater than 6 Miles Per Hour or a lower speed that is reasonable and prudent for conditions, including pedestrian traffic. Pedestrian areas should be avoided, if possible. Mobility devices are expected to share roads and pathways with other pedestrians. Mobility devices share the right-of-way with pedestrians. No more than one person...
Chautauqua is committed to providing access for everyone. Accessible seats are available. Please contact our ticket office at 716-357-6250, or email ticketoffice@chq.org. More information about accessibility at Chautauqua visit accessibility.chq.org.
Yes, assisted listening devices are available in all venues. Please see an usher for assistance and visit accessibility.chq.org for more information. Live captioning for the Chautauqua Lecture Series in the Amphitheater are available at captions.chq.org.
Yes, we offer a number of different mobility devices, including wheelchairs and scooters. Visit mobility.chq.org for more information.
Please visit accessbility.chq.org for more information.
Designated accessible parking is available in the Main Lot. There are limited accessible parking spaces on the grounds. You will need to purchase a parking pass and have your ADA documentation enter the grounds and look for a space.