Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025, 6:00-9:00PM
THE ARCADE CLEVELAND
401 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44115 (best entrance for Uber or local parking garages). The main entrance to the hotel and valet is located at 420 Superior Ave East.
The Cookie Exchange
TICKETS aRE NOW SOLD OUT & WAITLIST IS CURRENTLY FULL - Thank you so much for your support!
FAQs
What type of cookie can I bring?
All types are welcome! Regular drop cookies, cut out cookies, bar cookies, shortbread cookies, slice cookies, you name it! We even accept brownies, cake pops, and bars!
Are we allowed to change our minds on the kind of cookie we make after we purchase tickets?
There is not an option to change your cookie. To ensure we have the correct name and description, what you write on your tickets will be written on your label at The Cookie Exchange.
Are ingredients listed for allergy folks?
As many of the cookies are family recipes, we do not ask for full ingredients, but do offer a brief description written by each guest.
Will there be small bites again this year?
Yes! There will be charcuterie, a cash bar, and of course lots of cookies!
What is the date?
Wednesday, December 3rd
How many tickets will be available?
There will be 300 tickets sold for the event.
Cookie Suggestions?
Bring your favorite Christmas cookie! We always love a passed down family recipe, but Pinterest is great for inspiration if you need it!
How much are the tickets?
Tickets are $35/person + processing fee
How many cookies do I bring?
Each guest is required to bring 6 dozen cookies, and your 6 dozen must be all the same flavor! No cookies, no entry.
Can I buy 2 tickets at one time?
Yes! You can buy up to 6 tickets per person, but keep in mind, you MUST fill out the name, phone, email, address, cookie name, and cookie description for each individual ticket! That might take a little while, so we recommend ordering in smaller groups for your best chance of getting tickets.
With tickets being nontransferable, can I buy more than one ticket for a friend and myself?
Yes! As long as you put the correct name and cookie name on each ticket. You cannot buy two tickets and put both under your name.
Do you need volunteers to help?
Right now, we’re all set, but I will let everyone know if we need volunteers!
If I'm coming from out of town where should I stay?
We recommend the Hyatt Regency Cleveland at The Arcade! There's a block of rooms reserved for The Cookies Exchange.
Roomblock Code: G-KELS
What to expect on the Eventbrite platform?
We are anticipating a high volume of traffic on the site when the tickets go live, please be patient, and keep trying if you experience any issues. There is a 10 minute cart timer, so inventory may become available later if people do not complete their purchase. Have all of your information for EACH attendee ready to go - it needs to be entered prior to checking out. If tickets do show as sold out, join the waitlist as tickets will be manually released as they become available.
When do tickets go on sale?
Friday October 10th at 12PM EST (noon)
Do you have to stay until 9pm to get cookies?
Nope! The exchange part starts around 8, so once you have your cookies you can either skidaddle or hang out until 9.
Are decorated sugar cookies allowed?
Yes! All types of cookies and bars are allowed!
How do you get tickets?
Head to our website on Friday, October 10th, and there will be a Cookie Exchange link on our main menu. The link on that page will take you to Eventbrite where you can purchase your tickets. We anticipate these tickets selling quickly. To purchase tickets to the event, you must have the name of your cookie, as well as a brief description of the cookie at the time of purchase. You may NOT change your cookie type from what you originally type in, so make sure you think it through! Tickets this year will be non-transferable to prevent ticket resellers.
What if people are making the same cookies?
There will probably be a few repeat cookies, but everyone has different recipes so they will still taste different! This was not much of an issue last year!
How quickly do tickets sell out usually?
Last year they all sold in about 3 minutes, however we do have an extra 100 tickets this year!
How many tickets can we buy at one time for our group?
You may purchase 6 tickets at a time.
Am I allowed to bring my younger daughter if she doesn’t get cookies and just pays $35?
Due to occupancy and amount of tickets, everyone who purchases a ticket must bring 6 dozen of the same cookie.
Will there be a second date?
This is a one day event on Wednesday, December 3rd!
What did people in the past bring 6 dozen cookies in?
They must be brought in a disposable container! Most people used tin foil roasting pans, gift boxes lined with parchment, or a disposable platter such as ones you can purchase at craft stores.
If there are duplicate cookie submissions, will you reach out to offer the chance to change?
Nope! There will surely be a few duplicates, but not enough to warrant making people change cookies. Think of it this way - if only one person brings peanut butter blossoms, that’s only 48 cookies for 300 guests! It’s nice to have a couple repeats so all guests can take home specific flavors if they like, plus everyone’s recipes are different!