Upcoming events


Wooper Wednesday
Nov
13

Wooper Wednesday

$10 entry, tournament starts at 6:30 PM for TCG and VG and 7:30 PM for GO! 4 rounds of Swiss (given attendance is met to justify), with cash prizing and Play! Pokémon Prize Pack on entry, when available. 3-1 gets $20, 3-0-1 gets $25, and 4-0 gets $30. TCG is best of 1, VG and GO are best of 3. Street parking is free after 6!

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Strategy Game Saturdays @ GLG
Oct
12

Strategy Game Saturdays @ GLG

Meet and compete with other strategy game enthusiasts in Rochester!

Call ahead for $5 off or $25 at door. Price include a free drink and all-day gaming pass.

Play Civilization, Age of Empires, Stellaris, Crusader Kings, and more!

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Make a Game Workshop!
Oct
5

Make a Game Workshop!

Great Lakes Gaming is partnering with students in the DMST 120: Video Game Design course at the University of Rochester taught by Dr. Joseph Loporcaro. The goal is to have students share their learning’s from the semester and help you learn how to make your own games!

Learn about game design techniques, how to build out rules, and how one single game mechanic change can drastically alter the experience!

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Fortnite Friday
Oct
4

Fortnite Friday

$25/player gets an all day pass & free drink.

Call ahead and reserve a spot for $5 off! (585) 604-9626

For beginners and veterans, this is a fun chill night to meet fellow Fortnite players. Play and learn together!

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FGC & Anime
Oct
3

FGC & Anime

Let's Lab Thursday is a weekly practice series hosted by the 585FighterZ Esports Entertainment Group at Great Lakes Gaming Lounge - Absolutely Free Admission - 6:30p - 10p.

Bring Your Own Console & Controller is allowed!

See You in the Lab!!

Happening at the same time is our weekly Anime Night.

Join us and Steven in discourse about our favorite shows, music and more. Be a part of our growing community of gaming and anime nerds!

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Wooper Wednesday
Oct
2

Wooper Wednesday

$10 entry, tournament starts at 6:30 PM for TCG and VG and 7:30 PM for GO! 4 rounds of Swiss (given attendance is met to justify), with cash prizing and Play! Pokémon Prize Pack on entry, when available. 3-1 gets $20, 3-0-1 gets $25, and 4-0 gets $30. TCG is best of 1, VG and GO are best of 3. Street parking is free after 6!

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Smash Ultimate Tournament
Jun
30

Smash Ultimate Tournament

Welcome to Skyline Smash!!!

Doors open at 3pm Ultimate singles start at 4pm Ultimate squad strike will start once the group phase has finished

Entry fees: $5 for Ultimate singles FREE entry for squad strike

Venue fee: $10 (lounge day pass included with venue fee)

Tournament format: Round robin pools into main phase double elimination bracket

https://www.start.gg/tournament/skyline-smash-1-100-prize-pool-sunday-june-2nd-glg/details

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Strategy Game Saturdays @ GLG
Jun
29

Strategy Game Saturdays @ GLG

Meet and compete with other strategy game enthusiasts in Rochester!

Call ahead for $5 off or $25 at door. Price include a free drink and all-day gaming pass.

Play Civilization, Age of Empires, Stellaris, Crusader Kings, and more!

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Smash Ultimate Tournament
Jun
16

Smash Ultimate Tournament

Welcome to Skyline Smash!!!

Doors open at 3pm Ultimate singles start at 4pm Ultimate squad strike will start once the group phase has finished

Entry fees: $5 for Ultimate singles FREE entry for squad strike

Venue fee: $10 (lounge day pass included with venue fee)

Tournament format: Round robin pools into main phase double elimination bracket

https://www.start.gg/tournament/skyline-smash-1-100-prize-pool-sunday-june-2nd-glg/details

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Strategy Game Saturdays @ GLG #6
Jun
15

Strategy Game Saturdays @ GLG #6

Meet and compete with other strategy game enthusiasts in Rochester!

Call ahead for $5 off or $25 at door. Price include a free drink and all-day gaming pass.

Play Civilization, Age of Empires, Stellaris, Crusader Kings, and more!

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After School Esports Series
Jun
7

After School Esports Series

Private gaming session for school esports programs. Not open to the public for this time period.

Kids and student learn to socialize, communicate, and compete with peers while having fun playing games.

The GLG Lounge is equipped with 14 high-end gaming computers, several latest generation gaming consoles, all you have to do is show up for a hassle free & fun experience

Questions? Call or text today (585) 6094-9626 or email business@glgaminglounges.com

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After School Esports Series
Jun
6

After School Esports Series

Private gaming session for school esports programs. Not open to the public for this time period.

Kids and student learn to socialize, communicate, and compete with peers while having fun playing games.

The GLG Lounge is equipped with 14 high-end gaming computers, several latest generation gaming consoles, all you have to do is show up for a hassle free & fun experience

Questions? Call or text today (585) 6094-9626 or email business@glgaminglounges.com

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After School Esports Series
Jun
5

After School Esports Series

Private gaming session for school esports programs. Not open to the public for this time period.

Kids and student learn to socialize, communicate, and compete with peers while having fun playing games.

The GLG Lounge is equipped with 14 high-end gaming computers, several latest generation gaming consoles, all you have to do is show up for a hassle free & fun experience

Questions? Call or text today (585) 6094-9626 or email business@glgaminglounges.com

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Smash Ultimate Tournament
Jun
2

Smash Ultimate Tournament

Welcome to Skyline Smash!!!

Doors open at 3pm Ultimate singles start at 4pm Ultimate squad strike will start once the group phase has finished

Entry fees: $5 for Ultimate singles FREE entry for squad strike

Venue fee: $10 (lounge day pass included with venue fee)

Tournament format: Round robin pools into main phase double elimination bracket

https://www.start.gg/tournament/skyline-smash-1-100-prize-pool-sunday-june-2nd-glg/details

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Mayor's NBA2K & Tekken Tournament
Jun
1

Mayor's NBA2K & Tekken Tournament

Mayor Malik Evans will inaugurate the Mayor’s NBA 2K & Tekken 8 Invitational, an esports tournament, at noon on Saturday, June 1st, 2024, at the Trent Jackson R-Center.

Dozens of children and young adults are registered to participate in the tournament, which provides a dynamic platform for players to showcase their skills in a highly competitive environment. Spectators are welcome to attend the free tournament, with doors opening at 11 a.m. for registration. Walk-in registration will conclude by 11:30 a.m. to ensure a prompt tournament start at noon.

Participants interested in pre-registering can do so at: https://forms.office.com/r/1y48jdJEyS.

This event is part of Mayor Evans’ broader initiative to cultivate opportunities for youth in esports and video gaming, recognizing the significant benefits such as cognitive development, teamwork, and social interaction. Esports also fosters critical skills like leadership, innovation, entrepreneurship, analysis, and problem-solving.

Date: Saturday, June 1st, 2024
Time: Doors and registration begin at 11:00 AM. The tournament starts at noon.
Location: Trent Jackson R-Center, 460 Oak Street, Rochester, NY
Contact: Press Officer Carlet Cleare at Carlet.Cleare@cityofrochester.gov.

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