
THE FRIDAY TABLE — TERMS & CONDITIONS
Effective Date: June 2026 | v3
These Terms & Conditions apply to all purchases, registrations, and engagements with The Friday Table ("TFT"), including dinners, workshops, activations, events, and memberships. By purchasing a ticket, registering for an event, or becoming a member, you agree to the following terms.
SECTION 1 — DINNERS & TICKETED EVENTS
1.1 Ticket Purchases
All dinner and event tickets are sold through The Friday Table's official channels. Ticket prices are listed at the time of purchase and are subject to change between events.
1.2 Refund & Transfer Policy
All ticket sales are final. We do not offer refunds for ticketed dinners or events. However, tickets may be transferred to another guest up to 1 week before the event start time by emailing gather@thefridaytable.org with the name and contact information of the new attendee.
1.3 Event Changes & Cancellations
The Friday Table reserves the right to modify event details (venue, date, time, chef, or programming) due to circumstances beyond our control. In the event of a full cancellation by TFT, ticket holders will receive a full refund or credit toward a future event, at TFT's discretion. TFT is not responsible for incidental costs (travel, lodging, etc.) incurred by attendees.
1.4 Dietary & Accessibility Needs
Guests are responsible for communicating dietary restrictions or accessibility needs in advance via the information provided at registration. While we make every reasonable effort to accommodate requests, TFT cannot guarantee allergen-free environments.
1.5 Photography & Media
The Friday Table and its media partners may photograph or film events for marketing and editorial use. By attending, you grant TFT a non-exclusive license to use your likeness in promotional materials. If you have objections, please notify us in writing before the event.
SECTION 2 — WORKSHOPS, ACTIVATIONS & CUSTOM ENGAGEMENTS
2.1 Scope
This section applies to branded activations, private dinners, corporate workshops, community events, and any other custom or contracted engagement with The Friday Table.
2.2 Booking & Deposits
Custom engagements require a signed agreement and a non-refundable deposit (amount specified per contract) to hold the date. The remaining balance is due no later than 7 days before the event date unless otherwise specified in the contract.
2.3 Cancellations by Client
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Cancellations made 30+ days before the event: deposit is forfeited; no additional fees.
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Cancellations made 14–29 days before the event: 50% of the total contracted amount is due.
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Cancellations made fewer than 14 days before the event: 100% of the total contracted amount is due.
2.4 Cancellations by TFT
If The Friday Table must cancel a contracted engagement, the client will receive a full refund of all payments made. TFT's liability is limited to the amount paid and does not extend to incidental or consequential damages.
2.5 Intellectual Property
All creative concepts, programming, menus, run-of-show documents, and content produced by The Friday Table remain the intellectual property of TFT unless otherwise agreed in writing.
SECTION 3 — GENERAL TERMS (ALL ENGAGEMENTS)
3.1 Code of Conduct (Don’t be a Dick)
The Friday Table is committed to creating safe, inclusive, and respectful spaces. TFT reserves the right to remove any attendee or client from an event or engagement who engages in disruptive, harmful, or disrespectful behavior, without refund.
3.2 Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, The Friday Table's total liability for any claim arising from any event, membership, or engagement shall not exceed the amount paid by the individual or entity for that specific engagement.
3.3 Governing Law
These terms are governed by the laws of the State of North Carolina. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of Mecklenburg County, NC.
3.4 Contact
For questions about any of these terms, email us at gather@thefridaytable.org.
SECTION 4 — MEMBERSHIP TERMS & POLICIES
(Applies to The Seat and The Table for Two membership tiers)
TERMS OF SERVICE
By becoming a member of The Friday Table ("Membership"), you agree to the following terms:
1. MEMBERSHIP TIERS The Friday Table offers two membership tiers: The Seat and The Table for Two. Each tier includes access to member-exclusive dinners, perks, and partner discounts as described on our membership page at the time of purchase.
2. BILLING Membership fees are billed on a quarterly basis. Your card on file will be automatically charged every 3 months on the date corresponding to your original sign-up date, until you cancel. You will receive renewal reminders by email at 30 days and 15 days before each charge.
3. TAXES Applicable sales tax will be added to your membership fee at checkout based on your billing location.
4. OG FOUNDING MEMBER DISCOUNT Founding ("OG") members who sign up using a valid OG payment link receive 45% off their first quarterly charge only. All subsequent quarterly charges will renew at the standard membership rate. The rate change will be clearly disclosed in your renewal reminder emails.
5. MEMBER CARD Upon joining, members will receive a physical Friday Table membership card. This card is required to access partner discounts and member benefits at participating local businesses. Membership cards are non-transferable.
6. CHANGES TO MEMBERSHIP The Friday Table reserves the right to update membership benefits, pricing, and partner offerings from time to time. Members will be notified of material changes via email in advance.
CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY
You may cancel your membership at any time through the cancellation link included in your subscription payment receipt email, or by emailing gather@thefridaytable.org at least 15 business days before your renewal date.
What happens when you cancel:
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Your membership will not renew for the next billing cycle.
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You will retain full access to all member dinners, events, and perks for the remainder of your current paid cycle.
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No refunds or credits will be issued for the unused portion of a billing cycle.
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Your membership card may be used to access remaining benefits until your access period ends.
Example: If you are billed quarterly on June 1st and cancel on July 15th, you will continue to have full member access through August 31st (the end of your current 3-month cycle). Your membership will then end with no further charges.
AUTO-RENEWAL NOTICE
Your Friday Table membership automatically renews every 3 months at the then-current standard rate (unless you used an OG payment link, which applies the OG discount of 45% to your first charge only).
You will receive renewal reminders by email at 30 days and 15 days before each charge, including the renewal date, the amount that will be billed, the card on file, and how to cancel. If your rate is changing upon renewal, that change will be clearly disclosed in the reminder.
To cancel, use the cancellation link in your payment receipt or contact us at gather@thefridaytable.org at least 15 business days before your renewal date.