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45 East Avenue Suite 400 14604-2294

Conventions, Conferences and Competitions,

Rochester has been named one of America’s Favorite Cities, one of the most arts-vibrant cities, and a top city for foodies in the country. With a rich history in innovation and entrepreneurship, event planners will find a wealth of community assets, including over 18 colleges and universities, rich cultural resources and unique experiences for groups. From the award-winning Floreano Convention Center and top-notch lodging facilities – including a connecting hotel to the 100,000 sq. foot convention center— to world-class museums and attractions, Rochester has everything you need to produce a memorable event. The Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport is a short 15 minute drive to the downtown convention district, and once in Rochester, attendees will find easy-to-navigate streets and very little traffic. Rochester is an affordable, accessible and vibrant destination for your next meeting or event. Visit Rochester’s professional convention services staff is ready to assist you in creating a unique event experience. Contact our team today!

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Getting Here

Get in and out of the area by plane, train, car or even boat. Ground transportation is readily available and affordable. The Rochester Transit Center offers a comfortable hub for bus travelers. Traffic is rarely a problem; Rochester was listed as the shortest commute in America. Average travel time is about 15-20 minutes in and around the city and neighborhoods. The Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport is a comfortable and affordable way to travel, offering Uber and Lyft.

Distance from airport

  • Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester Internat'l

    7 mi. from city center


Local Attractions

Black Button Distillery

Business district
2 mi. away
Established in 2012, Black Button Distilling was Rochester’s first grain-to-glass distillery since prohibition, and we’ve come a long way since then. By staying true to our vision of following our own path, making adventurous craft spirits - and above all else, doing it with locally sourced ingredients - we now have loyal fans all across the country. So, wherever you are, we invite you to raise a glass, celebrate the opportunities that life’s obstacles provide, and enjoy the hard-earned simple pleasure of a fine spirit.
1344 University Avenue
Rochester, NY, US 14610
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Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport

Airport
7 mi. away
The Greater Rochester International Airport is located .6 miles or 10 minutes from Downtown Rochester. ROC The Greater Rochester International Airport (GRIA) is proud to be one of the major airports serving the Western New York Region. GRIA features a modern two-story terminal, enclosed parking garage and two-level roadway with separate avenues for arrivals and departures. It is a medium hub airport which handles over 500 flights per week to 21 cities, and serves more than 2.7 million passengers annually. The GRIA provides vital air transportation services to cities in the northeast and to major hubs in the Midwest. There are nine airline carrier's providing service to/from Rochester with over 24 direct flights available.
1200 Brooks Avenue
Rochester, NY, US 14624
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Genesee Brew House

Recreation
1 mi. away
The Genesee Brewing Company is one of the largest and oldest continually operating breweries in the United States. The Brewery makes the Genesee line of beers, including the iconic Genesee, the refreshing Genny Light, and The Original Cream Ale.
25 Cataract Street
Rochester, NY, US 14605
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The Strong/National Museum of Play

Museum
4 blocks away
The Strong National Museum of Play is a highly interactive, collections-based museum devoted to the history and exploration of play. Explore upstate New York’s largest year-round cultural attraction and experience two floors—more than a city block long—of hands-on, dynamic, interactive exhibit spaces. Home to the largest, most comprehensive collection of toys, dolls, games, and video games.
One Manhattan Square
Rochester, NY, US 14607
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Radio Social

Recreation
3 mi. away
Radio Social is a bowling alley, restaurant, bar, event venue, and social club located in Rochester’s historical Stromberg-Carlson warehouse. The 42,000-square-foot facility features 34 bowling lanes, lounge areas, a variety of indoor and outdoor games (seasonally on our back lawn), two in-house dining concepts, and two bars.
20 Carlson Road
Rochester, NY, US 14610
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Centennial Sculpture Park

Park
1 mi. away
Centennial Sculpture Park has recast ten acres of the Gallery’s grounds into a showcase of public art and urban space. In the Sculpture Park, you’ll find a new kind of ‘town square’ – a spectacular gathering spot located in the heart of the Neighborhood of the Arts and a destination for Rochesterians and visitors alike.
500 University Avenue
Rochester, NY, US 14607

Eastview Mall

Shopping
14 mi. away
Eastview Mall is a super-regional shopping center located less than a mile off New York State Thruway Exit 45 and Route 490. The mall is located near the Finger Lakes wine region, the second largest wine producing region in the U.S. Enjoy endless shopping!
7979 Pittsford-Victor Road
Victor, NY 14564
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Rochester Museum & Science Center Museum

Museum
5 minutes away
RMSC has 200 interactive exhibits and activities that will capture every member of the family. Climb a wall. Build a tower. Power a robot. Explore lasers. See the only exhibit on Frederick Douglass in New York State. Kids can create their own TV weather report! Take a break in the light-filled Mario's Café in the Museum (healthy, vegetarian and gluten-free selections are available, along with a kids menu).
657 East Avenue
Rochester, NY, US 14607-2177
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Convention Centers

  • Joseph A. Floreano Rochester Riverside Convention Center

    The Joseph A. Floreano Rochester Riverside Convention Center is located in downtown Rochester, NY. Providing 100,000 sq ft of meeting & exhibit space with world class amenities, the facility is attached to the Hyatt Regency via an enclosed skyway.

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      Total meeting space162,515 sq. ft.
      Guest rooms 1 mi. from convention center664

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Sep 1 – Nov 30
Shoulder season
Apr 1 – Jun 30
Low season
Jan 1 – Mar 31
Jul 1 – Aug 30

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Rochester has thousands of successful companies in the areas of energy innovation, optics, engineering and scientific industries.

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