Billion Oyster Party 2026

Get ready for our 12th Annual Billion Oyster Party!

Billion Oyster Party unites 1,500 of New York Harbor's most enthusiastic supporters for a celebratory evening of feasting, festivities, and connecting on the waterfront. A fully sustainable gathering that benefits Billion Oyster Project's work to restore New York Harbor's ecosystem and teach the next generation of restoration practitioners, every dollar raised through ticket sales and sponsorships directly supports our restoration, community engagement, and education efforts.

Guests arrive by ferry, car, bike, or private yacht to watch the sunset behind the Statue of Liberty while eating oysters from some of the best oyster farms in North America. Devour bites from New York City's most exciting restaurants, all participating in Billion Oyster Project's Shell Recycling Program.

This year we are thrilled to celebrate a milestone in our journey to restore 1 billion oysters to New York Harbor!

The VIP Experience — $750

Kick off the celebration at 6 PM with an intimate waterfront gathering featuring speciality beverages, a bespoke oyster bar, and bites from celebrity chefs and top beverage partners. Includes private welcome remarks from the Executive Director, access to the VIP Lounge with private bar and outdoor deck, plus full General Admission access. $175 is non-tax deductible.

General Admission — $250–$350

Doors open at 7 PM for an evening of unlimited oysters from 35+ North American farms, signature bites from 20+ NYC restaurants participating in BOP's Shell Recycling Program, and beverages from local partners. Early-Bird GA available at $250 (first 100 tickets). $120 is non-tax deductible.

Event Sponsorship

Be a part of the experience a whole city can get behind. Billion Oyster Party celebrates the collision of restoration and restaurant; for every New Yorker and industry in between. Reach out to Jessi Olsen at jolsen@billionoysterproject.org to inquire about sponsorship.