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At the Convention Center, we like doing business with you. But we also want you to enjoy our beautiful and exciting destination during your stay. Our partnership with Visit Buffalo Niagara (VBN) enables us to provide helpful visitor information, promotional materials, and on-site convention services. We also partner with the VBN to develop proposal packages and executive site inspections. Together, we simplify the planning process, making it easier for you to do business with us. You’ll find the links to the right full of helpful information; as always, if you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

FAQ

WHERE CAN I PARK FOR AN EVENT AT THE CONVENTION CENTER?

More than 6,000 parking spaces are conveniently located around the Convention Center. This includes parking ramps, surface lots, and street parking. Click here for a map of parking locations (PDF)

IS PARKING AVAILABLE FOR THOSE WITH DISABILITIES?

The Convention Center is accessible to people with disabilities. Handicapped meter parking is available on Franklin Street, Pearl Street, and surrounding streets. For guests or clients with special needs, please contact the administrative office, and we’ll be happy to assist you.

WHERE ARE THE RESTAURANTS AND SHOPPING AREAS LOCATED?

The Convention Center is centrally located in the heart of downtown Buffalo, with more than 30 restaurants within walking distance. Allentown, Elmwood Village, and Hertel Avenue are home to unique shops and restaurants, while mall shopping is readily available at the Walden Galleria, Boulevard, Eastern Hills, McKinley, and Factory Outlet Malls, all just a short drive from downtown.

WHERE CAN WE STAY? ARE THERE ANY HOTELS NEARBY?

Downtown Buffalo has more than 2,500 hotel rooms, many within walking distance of the Convention Center. Close to 9,000 rooms are in the County of Erie. The Convention Center is attached to the Hyatt Regency Hotel by a climate-controlled, enclosed walkway. For additional lodging information, you can reference our city guide or call Visit Buffalo Niagara at 1-888-2BUFFNY.