2026 NYSAHA State Tournament Girls Tier I - 14U, 16U, 19U 

New York State Amateur Hockey Association is a USA Hockey affiliate that promotes a positive, safe and enjoyable hockey experience for all. Over three exciting days, the 2026 NYSAHA State Tournament takes over Rochester, showcasing Tier I competition in the 14U, 16U and 19U divisions . 

  • March 6-8, 2026 at the Rochester Ice Center 

  • Hotels: Fairfield Inn by Marriott Rochester Airport, Hampton Inn & Suites - Rochester/Victor, Best Western Rochester Marketplace Inn, Woodcliff Hotel and Spa, Holiday Inn & Suites Rochester Marketplace, Hilton Garden Inn Rochester/Pittsford, Courtyard by Marriott/Penfield, Fairfield Inn Rochester Henrietta/University Area, Fairfield Inn and Suites Rochester East/Webster, Holiday Inn Express and Suites- Rochester/ Webster, Holiday Inn Express - Victor, Best Western Plus Victor Inn & Suites 

 

DECA 2026 Annual State Career Conference  

The New York DECA is bringing hundreds of students from across the state to the Rochester Riverside Convention Center for the 66th Annual State Career Conference. DECA (Distributive Education Clubs of America) prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and colleges around the globe. During the Annual State Conference DECA student members from across New York gather each year for competitions, workshops, State Officer campaigns, and networking.   

  • March 4-6, 2026 at the Joseph A. Floreano Rochester Riverside Convention Center  

  • Attendees: 3400 

  • Hotels: Residence Inn by Marriott West/Greece,Fairfield Inn & Suites Rochester West/Greece,Courtyard by Marriott/Brighton,Best Western Rochester Marketplace Inn,DoubleTree by Hilton - Rochester,Holiday Inn & Suites Rochester Marketplace,Rochester Airport Marriott,Joseph A. Floreano Rochester Riverside Convention Center,Holiday Inn Express- Greece,Spark by Hilton Rochester University Area,Residence Inn Rochester Henrietta,Holiday Inn Express Rochester - University Area,Homewood Suites by Hilton Rochester/Henrietta,The Strathallan Hotel, a DoubleTree by Hilton,Hyatt Regency Rochester,Homewood Suites by Hilton Rochester-Greece,Hampton Inn & Suites Rochester/Henrietta,Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown,Home2 Suites by Hilton Rochester,Courtyard Rochester Downtown,Home2 Suites by Hilton Rochester Greece,Hampton Inn & Suites Rochester Downtown,TownePlace Suites by Marriott Rochester Henrietta 

 

Canal Society of NYS, Winter Symposium & Annual Meeting 

For over 60 years, members of the Canal Society have been collecting and archiving materials and artifacts that help to tell the story of the canals of New York and other states, and even other countries. In addition to these materials, members have documented every canal and canal site they found with photographs, allowing us to go back into time to see how these sites have aged, changed, or disappeared over the years. The Symposium has several speakers and allows for extensive networking with other Canal Society members. 

  • March 7, 2026 at Monroe Community College, Brighton Campus 

  • Attendees: 250 

  • Hotel: Holiday Inn Express Rochester - University Area 

 

2026 Guardians Cup 

Tim Horton's Iceplex will be the venue for the 3rd Annual Guardian's Cup, a hockey tournament scheduled for March 6-8. This event brings together both active and retired responders and veterans in a competitive environment, with the objective of generating funds for the New York Law Enforcement Assistance Program (NYLEAP).  NYLEAP provides critical mental health and well-being resources to law enforcement and first responders across New York State.  

  • March 6-8, 2026 at Tim Horton’s Iceplex 

  • Attendees: 600 

  • Hotels: DoubleTree by Hilton - Rochester, Hyatt Regency Rochester, Courtyard Rochester Downtown, Home2 Suites by Hilton Rochester Greece 

 

2026 NYSCDEA Annual Conference and Annual Meeting 

The New York State Conservation District Employees' Association, Inc. was founded for the mutual advancement of the interests of members to consider and deal with common problems, and to strengthen local SWCDs by providing assistance and information to local boards and employees.  The New York State Water Quality Symposium is an intense four-day training session for District Employees, USDA/NRCS Employees, WQCC Representatives, and all Conservation Partners. 

  • March 10-13, 2026 at the Hyatt Regency Rochester 

  • Attendees: 400 

  • Hotel: Hyatt Regency Rochester 

 

2026 Niagara Open Gold Swimming Championships 

The Webster Swim Association, and its team, the Webster BlueFins, is a competitive age-group swim program. The team and all its swimmers are members of USA Swimming, the governing and sanctioning body for organized swimming in this country. Their aim is to provide a competitive environment in which children experience the joy of self-improvement, physical conditioning, discipline, and being part of a team. 

  • March 12-15, 2025 at the Webster Aquatic Center 

  • Attendees: 600 

  • Hotels: Holiday Inn Express- Greece,Holiday Inn Express Irondequoit,Webster Aquatic Center,Holiday Inn Express and Suites- Rochester/ Webster,Homewood Suites by Hilton Rochester-Greece 

 

The Big ShamROC Curling Bonspiel 

The Big ShamROC Curling Bonspiel is back for year three! Hosted by the Rochester Curling Club, up to 16 teams can try their luck and compete with St. Patrick’s Day flair. This weekend long event includes activities like Irish Whiskey Tastings, costumes and more. 

  • March 13-15 at the Rochester Curling Club 

  • Attendees: 100 

  • Hotel: Rochester Airport Marriott 

 

2026 MyHockey Rochester Rumble 

It is the goal at MYHockey Tournaments to provide the most rewarding tournament experience possible. They offer multiple playing dates for all classifications in attractive locations, to bring the best-matched competition together, while not forgetting that the ultimate goal is fun. This tournament features playing levels of Co-ed 9U through 18U: AA, A, B and House, as well as HS Varsity and JV. 

  • March 13-15, 2026 at Lakeshore Hockey Arena and Tim Hortons Iceplex 

  • Attendees: 2100 

  • Hotels: Fairfield Inn by Marriott Rochester Airport,Fairfield Inn & Suites Rochester West/Greece,Courtyard by Marriott/Brighton,Best Western Rochester Marketplace Inn,DoubleTree by Hilton - Rochester,Holiday Inn & Suites Rochester Marketplace,Spark by Hilton Rochester University Area,Residence Inn Rochester Henrietta,Fairfield Inn Rochester Henrietta/University Area,Holiday Inn Express Rochester - University Area,Hilton Garden Inn Rochester/University & Medical Center,Home2 Suites by Hilton Rochester,Courtyard Rochester Downtown,Home2 Suites by Hilton Rochester Greece 

 

National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) National College Fair 

NACAC, founded in 1937, is an organization of more than 28,000 professionals from around the world dedicated to serving students as they make choices about pursuing postsecondary education. Free and open to the public, National College Fairs are the perfect place to begin or continue your college search.  

  • March 15-16, 2026 at the Joseph A. Floreano Rochester Riverside Convention Center 

  • Hotel: Courtyard Rochester Downtown 

 

2026 Niagara Open 14 & Under Swimming Championships 

The Webster Swim Association, and its team, the Webster BlueFins, is a competitive age-group swim program. The team and all its swimmers are members of USA Swimming, the governing and sanctioning body for organized swimming in this country. Their aim is to provide a competitive environment in which children experience the joy of self-improvement, physical conditioning, discipline, and being part of a team. 

  • March 20-22, 2026 at the Webster Aquatic Center 

  • Attendees: 700 

  • Hotels: Holiday Inn Express- Greece,Holiday Inn Express Irondequoit,Holiday Inn Express and Suites- Rochester/ Webster,Homewood Suites by Hilton Rochester-Greece 

 

Medical Society of the State of NY Annual Meeting 

The Medical Society of the State of New York (MSSNY) is an organization of approximately 20,000 licensed physicians, medical residents, and medical students in New York State. Members participate in both the state society and in their local county medical societies. Annual meeting attendees are New York State physician leaders from all medical specialties and sub-specialties who attend the meeting to debate legislative policy, attend CME and poster symposium, network, and spend time with exhibitors. 

  • March 27-29, 2026 at Joseph A. Floreano Rochester Riverside Convention Center 

  • Attendees: 500 

  • Hotel: Hyatt Regency Rochester 

 

2026 VolleyFX March Madness 

VolleyFX is a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization that is operated by a full-time Club Director and an Executive Board of Directors. Their mission is to be the premier girls volleyball club in New York State by providing a variety of opportunities for players to learn, experience and compete in the sport of volleyball. This two-day tournament offers competition in 18U & 14U (day 1) and 16U & 12U (day 2). 

  • March 28-29, 2026 

  • Attendees: 400 

  • Hotels: Home2 Suites by Hilton Rochester Greece, Hampton Inn & Suites Rochester Downtown,Hampton Inn Rochester Irondequoit 

 

2026 Genesee Invitational – Figure Skating  

The 2026 Genesee Invitational, hosted by the Genesee Figure Skating Club (GFSC) is a multi-day competition under the Excel Series Competition. The GFSC offers a place to train and call home where you can advance your skating skills while creating lasting friendships. Members have access to private coaches to advance your skills and preparation for taking US Figure Skating tests and competing in USFSA sanctioned events. 

  • March 27-29, 2026 at Polisseni Arena at Rochester Institute of Technology 

  • Attendees: 250 

  • Hotels: Holiday Inn & Suites Rochester Marketplace, Holiday Inn Express Rochester - University Area