The Buffalo Convention Center, located at 153 Franklin St, Buffalo, NY 14202, USA, offers extensive meeting, conference, and event facilities. Here is a detailed description of its capabilities:
Meeting and Event Facilities
- Total Space: The Convention Center features over 110,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, making it suitable for events ranging from small, intimate gatherings to large gatherings of up to 7,000 attendees.
- Exhibit Space: The exhibit hall spans 64,000 square feet, with soaring ceilings that add volume. This space can be sectioned into two halls with easy access to four covered loading docks and direct drive-in access to each hall, making setup efficient.
- Ballroom: The Ballroom is 12,367 square feet and can accommodate banquet seating for up to 1,000 guests. The pre-function areas extend the Ballroom space by 8,800 square feet, providing ample space for receptions and other functions.
Function Rooms and Capacities
- Meeting Rooms: The Convention Center has 21 meeting rooms, each equipped with wireless and hardline capabilities. These rooms can accommodate groups ranging from 10 to 150 people, depending on the configuration.
- Exhibit Booths: The exhibit hall can accommodate up to 350 10’x10’ booths, making it ideal for trade shows and exhibitions.
Services
- Technology: All meeting areas are equipped with state-of-the-art visual equipment, including data projectors, slide projectors, drop-down screens, wireless microphones, and LCD panels.
- Dining and Refreshments: The Convention Center offers catering services through a preferred vendor, ensuring that food and refreshments are provided to meet the needs of your event.
- Staff: The dedicated Convention Center staff, with over 100 years of combined industry experience, are available to assist with event planning and execution.
Additional Features
- Flexible Layouts: The Convention Center's flexible meeting space allows for various configurations to suit different event needs, from general sessions to intimate gatherings.
- Accessibility: The facility's design ensures easy access to all areas, including the loading docks and exhibit halls, making setup and execution of events efficient.
The Buffalo Convention Center is well-equipped to handle a wide range of events, from small meetings to large conferences and exhibitions, making it a premier destination for event planners in Western New York.