Buffalo, NY venue guide
Plan your visit to Buffalo State Performing Arts Center in Buffalo, NY with entrance, accessibility, transit, parking, dining, and upcoming event details.
Bag policy
Small bags and purses allowed; backpacks not allowed. Bags larger than 12" × 12" prohibited. Medical items allowed. All bags subject to search by University Police. Other prohibited items include glass containers, professional recording equipment, weapons, laser pointers, large banners/flags/signs on sticks, outside food/drink (except sealed water), alcohol/drugs/e-cigarettes. This information applies to public events.
Entrances
Rockwell Hall (clock tower), corner of Elmwood Ave and Rockwell Road, 1300 Elmwood Ave. Wheelchair users enter from Iroquois Drive side for elevator to second level. Re-entry allowed for most events (keep ticket; may re-clear security). Box office open show days 1 hour before curtain. This information applies to public events.
Upcoming events
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Freshness
Events refresh about every 5 minutes
Venue essentials
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Small bags and purses allowed; backpacks not allowed. Bags larger than 12" × 12" prohibited. Medical items allowed. All bags subject to search by University Police. Other prohibited items include glass containers, professional recording equipment, weapons, laser pointers, large banners/flags/signs on sticks, outside food/drink (except sealed water), alcohol/drugs/e-cigarettes. This information applies to public events.
Verified Sep 14, 2026Buffalo State PAC — FAQ
Verified Sep 14, 2026Buffalo State PAC — FAQ / Directions
Fully accessible facility. Accessible parking: Lot I-30 (4 reserved spaces + elevator entrance on Iroquois Drive); also Lots R-2 and I-32. Accessible seating Row L (12th row) both sides, no stairs. Purchase accessible seats via Seating Accommodations Request on event pages. Assistive listening devices free — reserve ≥48 hours / at booking via 716-878-3005. All restrooms wheelchair accessible. This information applies to public events.
Verified Sep 14, 2026Buffalo State PAC — Accessibility
Policies can change by event. Venue signs, staff, and official event notices are the source of truth at the door.
Getting there
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1300 Elmwood Ave, Buffalo, NY, 14222
NFTA-Metro bus station on the Rockwell Road side of Rockwell Hall. Refer to NFTA route schedules for times. This information applies to public events.
Verified Sep 14, 2026Buffalo State PAC — Accessibility
Parking
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Official operating notes that apply across events at this venue.
Outside food and drinks not allowed except water in a sealed container. Venue serves drinks and snacks before shows. Call day-of with dietary questions: 716-878-3005. This information applies to public events.
Verified Sep 14, 2026Buffalo State PAC — FAQ
All restrooms in the building are wheelchair accessible (Accessibility page). This information applies to public events.
Verified Sep 14, 2026Buffalo State PAC — Accessibility
No published permanent merch stand map on PAC site. Show merchandise varies by promoter — confirm in lobby on performance night or ask box office. This information applies to public events.
Verified Sep 14, 2026Buffalo State PAC — FAQ
Upcoming events
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