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About Comedy at The Carlson

Welcome to Comedy at The Carlson, a trusted Rochester venue known for standout stand-up shows, live Carlson Cast podcast episodes, and versatile private event spaces. Located at 58 Carlson Rd, Rochester, NY 14610, this venue combines intimate seating with room to grow in its modern event spaces. Whether you’re grabbing tickets to a national comedian or planning a private gathering, we’ve got you covered with clear details, easy directions, and trusted local recommendations.

Parking is convenient with on-site space for around 200 vehicles and additional street or nearby lot parking. The venue is accessible by Rochester Regional Transit Service (RTS); plan your route with RTS to get you there smoothly. Nearby hotels like The Strathallan Rochester Hotel & Spa and Hyatt Regency Rochester offer comfortable stays within reach of the show. For dining before or after the show, explore nearby options along East Avenue and downtown Rochester. If you’re organizing a private event, The Carlson’s dedicated event spaces can accommodate varied group sizes, with the ability to combine spaces opened/renovated in 2025 to suit larger gatherings.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 58 Carlson Rd, Rochester, NY 14610 (current official venue address).
  • Venue type: comedy club/show venue with an in-house podcast and private event spaces.
  • Capacity: main showroom around 325 seats; two spaces together accommodate up to about 325 guests; The Carlson event space capacity up to 200 (space opened/renovated circa 2025).
  • Seating chart/public layout: no publicly published seating chart; shows typically run theatre-style seating with additional lounge/atrium areas; check box office for current layout.
  • Parking: on-site parking for roughly 200 spaces; additional street/nearby lot parking available.
  • Transit: served by Rochester Regional Transit Service (RTS); plan routes via RTS (public bus system).
  • Nearby hotels: The Strathallan Rochester Hotel & Spa (550 East Ave, ~1.5 miles away) and Hyatt Regency Rochester (125 E Main St, downtown Rochester); both are commonly used by event attendees.
  • Notable events hosted: national-comedy acts, live Carlson Cast podcast episodes, and private events/fundraisers; venue has hosted reopenings and expansions (e.g., new event space in 2025).