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About Bayfront Convention Center

Welcome to Bayfront Convention Center, a cornerstone of Erie’s Bayfront Landing complex located at 1 Sassafras Pier, Erie, PA 16507. This versatile venue houses the Great Hall, Grand Ballroom, and expansive exhibit spaces, making it ideal for conferences, trade shows, competitions, and large-scale performances. With connected lodging, on-site parking, and convenient transit options, it’s easy to plan an event or attend as a guest.

Bayfront Landing couples modern meeting spaces with comfortable lodging, dining, and entertainment within reach. We’ve got you covered with seating layouts, parking details, transit access, and trusted hotel and restaurant partner recommendations to help you secure your plans with ease.

For the best experience, consider staying at the on-site options within the Bayfront Landing complex: Sheraton Erie Bayfront Hotel and Courtyard Erie Bayfront Hotel, both connected to the venue for seamless access. If you’re planning a larger gathering, the Great Hall offers up to 4,000 theater seats and 2,000 banquet seats, while the Grand Ballroom and its oscillating spaces accommodate a variety of event setups. Nearby dining and services can be coordinated through our recommended affiliates to ensure you’re close to everything you need. Whether you’re here for a championship, a convention, or a family-friendly fair, Bayfront Convention Center is built to host it all.

Transit options include EMTA public transit with convenient connections via the Intermodal Center at 208 E Bayfront Parkway, making it easy to reach the venue from across Erie. With 471 on-site parking spaces and comprehensive floor plans, planning your visit is straightforward.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 1 Sassafras Pier, Erie, PA 16507.
  • Venue type: Convention center; part of the Bayfront Landing complex with on-site hotels (Sheraton Erie Bayfront and Courtyard Erie Bayfront).
  • Great Hall: 28,800 square feet; theater capacity 4,000; banquet capacity 2,000.
  • Grand Ballroom: 13,500 square feet; West Ballroom theater 1,157; East Ballroom 771; Combined theater 1,929; Combined banquet 900.
  • Exhibit/space: Large exhibit areas with total meeting space around 64,323 sq ft on multiple floors; largest single exhibit hall 28,800 sq ft.
  • Parking: 471 on-site parking spaces.
  • Transit: Accessible via Erie’s public transit (EMTA); nearby Intermodal Center at 208 E Bayfront Parkway for bus connections.
  • Nearby hotels: Sheraton Erie Bayfront Hotel (connected) and Courtyard Erie Bayfront Hotel (connected).
  • Notable events hosted: boxing, bodybuilding, gymnastics, dog shows; recent examples include the American Cornhole League National Championship (2021), PA State 8-Ball, and Stars and Stripes Gymnastics Invitational.
  • Renamed/demolished: Not demolished or renamed; still operating as Bayfront Convention Center within the Bayfront Landing complex.