We look forward to welcoming the following conventions and sporting events to Rochester and Monroe County in October 2024! 

 

ReMade Institute 2024; US Department of Energy / Remade Institute

REMADE is the only national institute focused entirely on developing innovative technologies to accelerate the U.S.'s transition to a Circular Economy. Their goal focuses on efforts to drive down the cost of technologies essential to reuse, remanufacture and recycle energy-intensive materials. 

  • October 6-9, 2024 at Rochester Institute of Technology’s Golisano Institute for Sustainability’s Center for Integrated Manufacturing Studies (CIMS) Conference Center

  • Hotel: DoubleTree by Hilton - Rochester

  • Attendees: 200

 

2024 Hospitality Summit; NYS Hospitality & Tourism Assn

NYSHTA will partner with the NYS Restaurant Association to host the fourth annual event, featuring a welcome reception with an open bar & appetizers, breakfast, lunch with a keynote speaker, education sessions, dinner, and more! 

  • October 6-7, 2024 at Woodcliff Hotel and Spa

  • Hotel: Woodcliff Hotel and Spa

  • Attendees: 150

 

2024 MyHockey Rochester Fall Classic; MyHockey

MyHockey Tournaments runs youth ice hockey tournaments in 14 cities across 10 states. Divisions are usually available from 9U to 18U and from house to AA skill levels. The Fall Classic will bring 1,800 attendees to the Greater Rochester area. 

  • October 11-13, 2024 at The Iceplex

  • 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, Rochester Marriott Airport, Spark by Hilton Rochester University Area, Residence Inn Rochester Henrietta, Courtyard by Marriott/Penfield, Fairfield Inn South:RIT/Business Park, Holiday Inn Express Rochester - University Area, Comfort Suites of Rochester/Henrietta, Homewood Suites by Hilton Rochester/Henrietta, Hilton Garden Inn Rochester/University & Medical Center, Homewood Suites by Hilton Rochester-Greece, Hampton Inn & Suites Rochester/Henrietta, Home2 Suites by Hilton Rochester, Hampton Inn Rochester-Penfield, Courtyard Rochester Downtown, Hampton Inn & Suites Rochester Downtown

  • Attendees: 2,000

 

Vital Signs Conference - 2024; NYS Bureau of Emergency Medical Services

For over 30 years Vital Signs has provided high-quality and cutting-edge EMS education by providing access to national and world-renowned educators through a forum that is accessible and affordable to all EMS providers.

Vital Signs offers EMS providers of all levels a wide range of educational programs, which focus on strengthening skills and enhancing clinical knowledge to provide the highest quality of care to your patients.

  • October 16-20, 2024 at Joseph A. Floreano Rochester Riverside Convention Center

  • Hotels: Holiday Inn Rochester Downtown, Hyatt Regency Rochester, Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown, Courtyard Rochester Downtown, Hampton Inn & Suites Rochester Downtown

  • Attendees: 1,000

 

2024 MyHockey Empire State Showdown; MyHockey

MYHockey Tournaments runs youth ice hockey tournaments in 14 cities across 10 states. The Empire State Showdown will bring an estimated 2,500 attendees to the Rochester area. 

  • October 18-20, 2024 at The Iceplex

  • 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, Rochester Marriott Airport, Spark by Hilton Rochester University Area, Residence Inn Rochester Henrietta, Courtyard by Marriott/Penfield, Fairfield Inn South:RIT/Business Park, Holiday Inn Express Rochester - University Area, Comfort Suites of Rochester/Henrietta, Homewood Suites by Hilton Rochester/Henrietta, Hilton Garden Inn Rochester/University & Medical Center, Homewood Suites by Hilton Rochester-Greece, Hampton Inn & Suites Rochester/Henrietta, Home2 Suites by Hilton Rochester, Hampton Inn Rochester-Penfield, Courtyard Rochester Downtown, Hampton Inn & Suites Rochester Downtown

  • Attendees: 1,500

 

Partners for Workforce & Economic Development Conference 2024; New York Assn. of Training & Employment Professionals (NYATEP)

NYATEP (New York Association of Training and Employment Professionals) & NYSEDC (New York State Economic Development Council) have worked together to improve workforce and economic development for all New Yorkers. Together, we’ve broken down the silos between the local workforce and economic development ecosystems and defined that investing in people, developing infrastructure, and creating vibrant communities will naturally lead to economic development opportunities and the industries of the future. As the state’s workforce and economic development leaders, we are interested in hearing your collective vision for the opportunities ahead, how the state agencies will be collaborating, and what we can do in the present to prepare for the future. 

  • October 20-24, 2024 at Hyatt Regency Rochester

  • Hotel: Hyatt Regency Rochester

  • Attendees: 400

 

AHS Annual Conference - Fall 2024; The Association for Humanist Sociology, Inc.

The Association for Humanist Sociology's mission is to uncover and address social issues. They have a shared commitment to use sociology for people, as well as the larger needs of the planet. Having the history of Susan B. Anthony and Frederick Douglass in Rochester is a huge draw for the group. 

  • October 24-27, 2024 at Hyatt Regency Rochester

  • Hotel: Hyatt Regency Rochester

  • Attendees: 100

 

2024 ROC City Girls Fest - 8U, 10U & 12U; Premier Ice Prospects

More than 5,000 attendees and athletes will visit Rochester this weekend at local hockey facilities across the county, including The Iceplex. Rochester will play host to Premier Ice Prospects Roc City Girls Fest, featuring 12 divisions and 126 teams.

  • October 25-27, 2024 at Rochester, NY area rinks

  • Hotels: Fairfield Inn by Marriott Rochester Airport, Residence Inn by Marriott West/Greece, Hampton Inn & Suites - Rochester/Victor, Fairfield Inn & Suites Rochester West/Greece, Courtyard by Marriott/Brighton, Best Western Rochester Marketplace Inn, DoubleTree by Hilton - Rochester, Woodcliff Hotel and Spa, Holiday Inn & Suites Rochester Marketplace, Rochester Marriott Airport, Spark by Hilton Rochester University Area, Residence Inn Rochester Henrietta, Courtyard by Marriott/Penfield, Fairfield Inn South:RIT/Business Park, Holiday Inn Express Rochester - University Area, Comfort Suites of Rochester/Henrietta, Homewood Suites by Hilton Rochester/Henrietta, Hilton Garden Inn Rochester/University & Medical Center, Holiday Inn Express Irondequoit, Hyatt Regency Rochester, Homewood Suites - Victor, Holiday Inn Express - Victor, Homewood Suites by Hilton Rochester-Greece, Hampton Inn & Suites Rochester/Henrietta, Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown, Home2 Suites by Hilton Rochester, Hampton Inn Rochester-Penfield, Home2 Suites by Hilton Rochester Greece, Hampton Inn & Suites Rochester Downtown

  • Attendees: 4,650

 

NYSEA Annual Conference; New York State Economics Assn

The New York State Economics Association (NYSEA) will host its 77th Annual Conference, at St. John Fisher University in Rochester, NY. The conference will begin with a reception on the evening of Friday, October 25, and proceed with paper presentations, panels, and a keynote on Saturday, October 26, 2024.

  • October 25-26, 2024 at St. John Fisher University

  • Hotels: Hilton Garden Inn Rochester/Pittsford, Country Inn & Suites By Carlson - Rochester/Pittsford

  • Attendees: 50

 

CMSA (Classical Mandolin Society) Annual Convention 2024; Classical Mandolin Society of America

The Classical Mandolin Society of America's mission is to nurture and promote the art of classical mandolin playing. The 38th annual convention will offer workshops, performances, and open mic sessions. 

  • October 29 - November 3, 2024 at Hyatt Regency Rochester

  • Hotel: Hyatt Regency Rochester

  • Attendees: 250