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It's Up for Debate: Andrew Yang vs. Scott JenningsNew York City · Fri, Oct 23, 2026

7:00 PM local time
Manhattan Center Hammerstein BallroomNew York, NY

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It's Up for Debate: Andrew Yang vs. Scott Jennings takes place at Manhattan Center Hammerstein Ballroom, New York, NY on Friday, October 23, 2026, starting at 7:00 PM local time.

It is listed as Lecture/Seminar (Things to Do).

The line-up includes Andrew Yang and Scott Jennings.

The organiser has cancelled this event. If you bought tickets, the original seller will contact you about refunds.

Manhattan Center Hammerstein Ballroom holds around 3,400 people.

Manhattan Center Hammerstein Ballroom has 6 upcoming events on our calendar.

Andrew Yang vs. Scott Jennings. Two voices from opposite sides of American politics. One stage. Seven topics. One night. No shouting match just real debate, equal time, and a live N.Y. audience voting after each topic on who made the stronger case. Its Up For Debate presented by Polymarket comes to Hammerstein Ballroom on Friday, October 23, featuring Andrew Yang, entrepreneur and founder of the Forward Party, and Scott Jennings, CNN senior political commentator. The debate will be moderated by veteran broadcast journalist Leon Harris. Ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, Yang and Jennings will take part in a town hall style debate on seven issues shaping the countrys present and future. Both will have equal time to make their case, with every argument heard in full. One stage. Two perspectives. Seven topics. Your vote.

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Nearest station
34th Street–Penn Station · Metro station · 90 m · 1 min walk
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Andrew Yang at Manhattan Center Hammerstein Ballroom: show day guide

Show starts
7:00 PM
Support
Scott Jennings
Getting there
34th Street–Penn Station, 90 m (1 min walk)
Parking
Garages are located across the street and next to the facility.

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Ticket limit
Please note: There is a ticket limit of 10 tickets per person and per credit card on this event.
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Venue: Manhattan Center Hammerstein Ballroom

311 West 34th Street, New York, NY, 10001
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Capacity
3,400
Parking
Garages are located across the street and next to the facility.
Accessible seating
Call 212-279-7740 for more information.
Venue rules
All patrons must have a ticket to enter the facility. No Cameras or recording equipment is allowed.
Children
Children under one year of age are free. Children one year or over must have a ticket.
Box office
The Box Office will only be open for select events on sale after door time.
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It's Up for Debate: Andrew Yang vs. Scott Jennings: FAQs

When is It's Up for Debate: Andrew Yang vs. Scott Jennings?

It's Up for Debate: Andrew Yang vs. Scott Jennings is scheduled for Friday, October 23, 2026 at 7:00 PM local time.

Where is It's Up for Debate: Andrew Yang vs. Scott Jennings taking place?

At Manhattan Center Hammerstein Ballroom, 311 West 34th Street, New York, NY 10001.

How much are tickets for It's Up for Debate: Andrew Yang vs. Scott Jennings?

The ticket seller has not published a price range. Open the official listing to see current prices and available seats.

Is there parking at Manhattan Center Hammerstein Ballroom?

Garages are located across the street and next to the facility.

Who is supporting Andrew Yang at Manhattan Center Hammerstein Ballroom?

The line-up also includes Scott Jennings.