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About Martin Luther King Jr. Park at Manhattan Square
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park at Manhattan Square is a five-acre urban park in downtown Rochester. Renamed in 2013, the space blends cultural programming with lakeside charm and a sunken amphitheater plaza that hosts big-name concerts, community events, and seasonal fun like an ice rink in winter. With a capacity of around 2,000 for the amphitheater, the venue draws crowds for festivals such as the Rochester International Jazz Festival, Party in the Park, and the Roc Holiday Village. This page covers seating, parking, transit, and nearby hotel and dining options to help you secure your seats and plan your visit with ease.
Located at 353 Court Street, Rochester, NY 14607, the park sits in the heart of downtown Rochester, making it convenient to reach from across the region. Whether you’re attending a summer concert, a winter ice rink session, or a seasonal festival, we’ve got you covered with practical details and trusted local recommendations.
For performers and organizers, the park’s open-air amphitheater provides flexible configurations for general admission seating with benches and accessible viewing. Nearby garages support event parking, and transit options put the venue within easy reach of RTS riders. When you’re planning, check festival maps for designated entry gates and timing details. We’ll help you find nearby lodging and dining so you can make the most of Rochester’s vibrant downtown scene—secure your seats through trusted partners and enjoy a seamless experience at Martin Luther King Jr. Park at Manhattan Square.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Official name: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park at Manhattan Square (renamed in 2013; previously Manhattan Square Park).
- Address: 353 Court Street, Rochester, NY 14607.
- Venue type and features: Five-acre urban park with a sunken amphitheater plaza and a winter ice rink; amphitheater capacity ~2,000 seats.
- Seating/chart: No fixed indoor seating chart; outdoor amphitheater seating around 2,000; general admission with benches; accessibility available.
- Parking: Nearby area garages (Washington Square Garage, Court Street Garage, East End Garage, HSBC Plaza), plus parking arrangements for events via Rochester venues; no dedicated park lot.
- Transit: Downtown Rochester location; RTS bus Center is within walking distance; multiple routes stop nearby; festival/event maps provide designated entry gates.
- Nearby hotels: Nearby options include downtown hotels such as Hampton Inn Downtown Rochester.
- Notable events hosted: Rochester International Jazz Festival, Party in the Park (summer concerts), Rochester Fringe Festival, Roc Holiday Village; ice rink in winter.