Blue Cross Arena

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1 War Memorial Sq
Rochester, NY 14614
Blue Cross Arena at the War Memorial is an event center in Rochester, N.Y. The arena seats approximately 12,500 people and has a rolling concert stage. Five hospitality rooms are available, as well as 25 suites for VIP seating. Blue Cross Area operates more than 10 concession stands and has more than 90 restrooms. The war memorial shrine is a tribute to all those from the Rochester area who gave their lives for the United States. The shrine is open during all events in the building, during regular weekday business hours and for special observances. The Veteran s Memorial Plaza overlooks the Genesee River. Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance announced its sponsorship of the arena in 1998.

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5.047 reviews
Paul R.
3/26/2025

It's a fun place to watch sporting events and almost feel like you are part of the action. Maybe not quite as good as a concert venue tho. Concessions are fine and they are switching to no cash...

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Ralphus S.
2/7/2025

Modern arena, lots of food and beverage choices, excellent sight lines and enthusiastic fans too.

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Kelly S.
4/4/2024

Came here for a hockey game and had a blast. It's been awhile since I've seen anything here..: it will always be the war memorial to me tho. Have seen concerts, lacrosse games, hockey games to...

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Megan C.
1/22/2024

TL;DR, Rochester deserves better. Being from Rochester, I've spent a fair amount of time in this arena. It's the go-to venue in town for headline performers, events, shows, and of course the...

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Mary C. S.
5/27/2023

It's an old arena, but they've kept it up well. Can't do much about the narrow corridors that make traffic always congested. Expect a wait to get through screening at the door. If you get there...

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