TEDxGateway Youth 2025 – Attendee Guidelines

Date Updated: August 2025
All attendees (guests, paid patrons, scholarship holders, and simulcast viewers) must adhere to these rules. By purchasing or accepting a ticket, you agree to comply with all event, venue, and security protocols.

General Rules (Applies to All Days & Pass Types)

  • Identity & Ticket Verification – Entry allowed only with a valid government-issued photo ID and a confirmed ticket (email or print from Townscript). Attendees without both will be denied entry.

  • Registration & Entry Timings – You must register and collect your badge within your allotted registration window. Registration desks close at the stated time; entry will not be permitted after closure. Seats are released on a first-come-first-served basis after the reserved window ends (see pass-specific rules).

  • Seats for Guest/Scholarship Pass holders are first-come-first-served.

  • Re-Entry – No re-entry into the auditorium or workshop once you exit.

  • Refunds, Transfers, Resales – Tickets are non-refundable, non-transferable, and may not be resold.

  • Security Restrictions – No luggage, suitcases, or large bags allowed. Arrange storage outside the venue. No prohibited items: alcohol, cigarettes, e-cigarettes, weapons, inflammables, banned substances.

  • Photography & Recording – No flash photography, video, or audio recording. Violations may incur a ₹25,000 fine and immediate removal from the venue.

  • GST Invoice Requests – To claim GST (on base ticket price), email info@tedxgateway.com with your GST certificate and booking details. No GST invoice will be issued after the event.

  • Code of Conduct – All attendees must respect event staff, speakers, and fellow participants. Any disruptive or abusive behaviour may result in removal without refund.

  • Emergency & Safety – Follow all venue safety protocols and instructions from event staff in case of an emergency. Emergency exits will be clearly marked.

Age & Ticket Eligibility Rules

  • Children Below 12 – Children under 12 years must be accompanied by a guardian with a valid ticket. No entry will be allowed without a guardian. Guardians are fully responsible for the child’s safety and conduct.

  • Student Tickets – Available only to students up to age 25 with a valid institutional student ID. Without a valid ID, the ticket will be cancelled with no refund. Incorrect or falsified details/proof will result in immediate cancellation without refund. Student ID will be checked at registration; no entry without valid ID.

Event Schedule & Pass Rules

DAY 1 – Workshops

Date: 18 Sept 2025 | Venue: Victoria House, Lower Parel, Mumbai
Registration: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Start: 4:00 PM onwards

  • Govt ID + ticket required.

  • Small-group, interactive format arrive early.

  • Guest/Scholarship Pass: entry only if seats available.

  • No re-entry after entry.

  • No-shows forfeit seat/materials.

DAY 2 – Main TEDx Talks

Date: 19 Sept 2025 | Venue: Victoria House, Lower Parel, Mumbai
Registration: 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM (or until seats full) | Start: 4:00 PM onwards

  • Govt ID + ticket required.

  • Paid registrants: seats reserved until 3:30 PM, then released.

  • Complimentary/Guest Pass: admission subject to seating availability.

  • No Q&A from stage; speaker interactions in networking areas only.

  • No-shows forfeit seat.

GOLD FESTIVAL PASS

Dates: 17–19 Sept 2025

Includes: VIP Dinner with speakers (17 Sept), Two private workshops (18 Sept), Main TEDx Talks (19 Sept), Reserved front-row seating (held until 30 min before start), Exclusive gift bag + Gold Certificate, Priority meet-and-greet access.

  • Follow Gold Pass schedule.

  • Reserved seats released if late.

  • All general rules apply.

SIMULCAST PASS

Date: 19 Sept 2025 | Venue: MuSo, Mumbai | Start: 4:00 PM onwards

Includes: VIP Dinner with speakers (17 Sept), Two private workshops (18 Sept), Main TEDx Talks (19 Sept), Reserved front-row seating (held until 30 min before start), Exclusive gift bag + Gold Certificate, Priority meet-and-greet access.

  • Limited capacity first-come-first-served.

  • No food inside; available for purchase at canteen.

  • No parking at venue.

  • All general rules apply.

Additional Recommendations

  • Arrive early to clear security and registration.

  • Use public transport due to limited parking.

  • Keep your badge visible at all times inside the venue.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us by email: info@tedxgateway.com.