Blue Cross Arena
Starting May 1, VenuWorks will take over operations at Blue Cross Arena at the War Memorial. The city-owned arena’s previous management, Rochester Arena LLC, chose to exit its contract, leading the Rochester City Council to approve VenuWorks as the new operator. VenuWorks to start as Blue Cross Arena operators May 1
Here’s a highlight of concerts happening in Rochester in 2025: January Disney on Ice: January 2-5 at Blue Cross Arena Montana of 300: January 5 at Montage Music Hall Six Feet Under: January 22 at Montage Music Hall Mikaela Davis & Southern Star: January 24 at Water Street Music Hall February Three Dog Night: February […]
Rochester’s annual Reindeer Run returns today, just in time for Christmas festivities. The event includes a 5K race and a Kids Half-Mile, both starting and ending at the Blue Cross Arena. Nearly 1,000 participants are expected to don antlers and run along the scenic Genesee River Path. The 5K race kicks off at 8:30 a.m., […]
The City of Rochester is initiating a search for a new manager to oversee the operations of the Blue Cross Arena, a prominent 14,000-seat sports and entertainment venue located in the downtown area. This decision aligns with Mayor Evans’ vision of revitalizing the city’s center as a vibrant hub for living, working, and entertainment, with […]
Rapper Sexyy Red is set to perform at the Blue Cross Arena in Rochester, New York, on Sunday, May 5, 2024. Known for popular tracks like “Skee Yee” and “Shake Yo Dreads,” Sexyy Red’s appearance is part of her ongoing tour across the United States, with plans to extend her performances internationally starting in July. […]
Events at Blue Cross Arena just got tastier (well, if you’re a Chick-Fil-A fan). Downtown Rochester is now home to the first Chick-fil-A at an indoor venue in New York State. The new stand is set to premiere today during the Amerks’ season opener. The menu will feature chicken sandwiches and waffle chips, with plans […]
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Pegula Sports and Entertainment the company that manages the Blue Cross Arena announced an updated vaccination policy. All guests ages 5-11 will now be required to provide proof of at least one dose of vaccination for entry into all events. Pegula Sports also owns the Buffalo Bills and Sabres and the policy includes concerts, Bills, Sabres, Amerks, […]
If you plan on going to the Blue Cross Arena in the near future for any sporting events or concerts It was just announced people must show proof of being vaccinated with the COVID-19 vaccine. This policy goes into effect for all people ages 12 and under. Children under 12 must wear masks at all […]
Tuesday, Mayor Lovely Warren and Lt. Gov. Kathy Hochul were joined by other local officials for a ribbon cutting ceremony at the Blue Cross Arena. The ribbon cutting was in celebration of Phase 1 of the Blue Cross Arena’s expansion project. Rochester First reported: “City officials say the Phase 1 expansion includes a new bistro […]
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