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About Rochester Riverside Convention Center
Welcome to the Joseph A. Floreano Rochester Riverside Convention Center, the heart of downtown Rochester for conventions, meetings, weddings, and large public shows. With 100,000 square feet of flexible space, including the expansive Empire Hall, this venue is designed to host gatherings of all sizes. The center is connected to the city via an enclosed skyway to the Hyatt Regency Rochester and sits near lodging options, dining, and transportation links. Whether you’re planning a multi-day conference, a trade show, or a celebratory reception, we’ve got you covered with practical details, trusted partners, and straightforward ticketing and event planning support.
Seating options are versatile for banquet (up to 3,500) or theater-style (up to 5,000). The facility includes 25 meeting rooms and a dedicated space for large-scale events in Empire Hall. Parking is available in the attached South Avenue Garage (1,659 spaces) with access from South Ave, Broad Street, and Stone Street; plan for height restrictions and applicable rates. For a seamless experience, plan transit via the Regional Transit Service (RTS) and explore nearby hotels like Hyatt Regency Rochester, Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown, and Holiday Inn Rochester Downtown. We’ve highlighted trusted local partners and provide easy, no-fuss booking support to secure your event space. For any updates, renovations, or changes, we’ll keep you informed as plans evolve.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Official name: Joseph A. Floreano Rochester Riverside Convention Center (formerly Rochester Riverside Convention Center).
- Address: 123 East Main Street, Rochester, NY 14604.
- Venue type and space: Downtown convention center with 100,000 sq ft of meeting space; Empire Hall around 50,000 sq ft and divisible into sections.
- Capacity: Banquet seating up to 3,500; theater seating up to 5,000.
- Parking: Attached South Avenue Garage (South Ave/Broad St/Stone St entrances), 1,659 spaces; height limit 7 ft; rates apply.
- Skyway connections: Enclosed walkway to Hyatt Regency Rochester; nearby Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown and Holiday Inn Rochester Downtown.
- Transit: Downtown Rochester served by Regional Transit Service (RTS); plan routes via myRTS.com; RTS operates the local bus network.
- Nearby hotels: Hyatt Regency Rochester; Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown; Holiday Inn Rochester Downtown.
- Notable events: Venues for conventions, meetings, weddings, and public/trade shows; 25 meeting rooms; Empire Hall suitable for large events.
- Renamed and renovations: Renamed to Joseph A. Floreano Rochester Riverside Convention Center; renovations announced/underway.