Kick off your weekend with Great Lakes the Gathering every Friday at 6:30 PM on the 22nd floor of GLG Lounge, Rochester. $10 entry gets you a random pack and fun Commander Night promos like BINGO. Trade cards, try new decks, and enjoy casual matches with a welcoming MTG community, stunning city views, and a fun, friendly atmosphere.

Wooper Wednesday – Weekly Pokémon League @ Great Lakes Gaming

📅 Every Wednesday
🕡 TCG & VG: 6:30 PM
💲 Entry: $10

Trainers of all ages and skill levels, gather for Wooper Wednesday at Great Lakes Gaming, the premier weekly Pokémon League in Rochester! Join us for friendly competition, trading, and community fun in a lounge designed just for fans.

🏆 Tournament Details

• Format: 4 rounds of Swiss (if attendance justifies)

• TCG: Best of 1

• VG: Best of 3

• Prizing: Cash awards and a Play! Pokémon Prize Pack included with entry (when available). Prize pools scale with attendance, more trainers, bigger rewards!

🎮 Venue Upgrades & Atmosphere

• Livestream & Recording Table: Get your matches highlighted on our GLG YouTube channel

• Lounge: Mood lighting, tablecloths, music, and Pokémon TV show playing for a fun, immersive experience

• Parking: Street parking free after 6 PM

🛍️ Extras & Community

• Singles and limited Pokémon product available for purchase

• Bring your binders to trade and expand your collection

• Not competing? No problem! Come hang out, meet fellow fans, and enjoy the best Pokémon community in Rochester

Whether you’re aiming for top prizes or just want a relaxed night with other trainers, GLG’s Wooper Wednesday is the perfect midweek Pokémon destination.

Great Lakes Gaming is bringing Riftbound to new heights on the 22nd floor of Innovation Square, your new Tuesday weekly place to play, learn, and grow the local Riftbound community!

Join us every Tuesday for casual games, deck testing, and community matchups in a welcoming, high-energy environment.

Step back into the whimsical realm of Lorwyn! Join us on Friday, January 16th at 6:30 PM on the 22nd floor at Rochester’s tallest game store as we celebrate the return of classic high-magic fantasy in this brand-new Magic: The Gathering set.

January 14th Monthly Pokemon League Challenge

$15 Pre-Register Entry Ticket

$20 At Door

Doors open at 5:00PM, First games at 6:30PM.

Lists Required, Cash Prizing!

Register Now: https://www.glgaminglounges.com/shop/p/pokemon-monthly-challenge-january

Tournament Formats:
Swiss Bracket, Cash prizing award to top players and $ amounts depend on number of registrations. GLG staff will announce before the tournament starts. From your registration total, $10 will be added to the prize pool. If 4 players register it will be a $40 prize pool tournament.

For # of rounds, and other tournament rulings please visit: https://www.pokemon.com/static-assets/content-assets/cms2/pdf/play-pokemon/rules/play-pokemon-tournament-rules-handbook-en.pdf#page26

Join us at Great Lakes Gaming for our Pokémon League with Weekly, Challenges and Cups where trainers of all ages and skill levels come together to trade, battle, and connect! Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting your journey, our friendly, inclusive atmosphere is the perfect place to learn, compete, and have fun. Bring your deck, your Nintendo Switch, or just your love for all things Pokémon and meet fellow fans in a laid-back, welcoming environment overlooking the heart of downtown Rochester.

Great Lakes Gaming is bringing Riftbound to new heights on the 22nd floor of Innovation Square, your new Tuesday weekly place to play, learn, and grow the local Riftbound community!

Join us every Tuesday for casual games, deck testing, and community matchups in a welcoming, high-energy environment.

Great Lakes Gaming invites campers ages 8–13 to our Winter Break Esports Camp, a two-day program combining fun, teamwork, and digital creativity!

Participants will learn communication and strategy through guided esports play, explore basic video editing by creating gameplay highlight reels, and strengthen collaboration skills in a supportive, tech-driven environment.

Great Lakes Gaming invites campers ages 8–13 to our Winter Break Esports Camp, a two-day program combining fun, teamwork, and digital creativity!

Participants will learn communication and strategy through guided esports play, explore basic video editing by creating gameplay highlight reels, and strengthen collaboration skills in a supportive, tech-driven environment.

Experience the Great Lakes Gundam League at Great Lakes Gaming Lounge, located on the 22nd floor of Innovation Square in Downtown Rochester. Enjoy a safe, secure environment with a Bandai judge onsite for Gundam Card Game events, Gunpla building, and Gundam media viewings. Stay refreshed with free bottled water, and purchase additional drinks and snacks on-site.

Kick off your weekend with Great Lakes the Gathering every Friday at 6:30 PM on the 22nd floor of GLG Lounge, Rochester. $10 entry gets you a random pack and fun Commander Night promos like BINGO. Trade cards, try new decks, and enjoy casual matches with a welcoming MTG community, stunning city views, and a fun, friendly atmosphere.

Join us every Thursday on the 22nd floor of Innovation Square for Let’s Lab, hosted by 585FighterZ Esports, your weekly destination for all things fighting games and anime!

Learn from ranked professional players in top titles like Street Fighter 6, Tekken 8, and Super Smash Bros Ultimate, or explore other favorites like Guilty Gear Strive, Marvel vs. Capcom, and new to the scene 2XKO. Sharpen your skills, practice combos, and discover new strategies in a supportive, competitive environment.

For just $5, gain full access to the event room and all activities. Become connected with a community of passionate gamers in a clean, professional setting, the GLG Lounge is Rochester’s premier spot to socialize, play, and compete.

It’s cold at the top! Compete in Rochester’s favorite competitive Pokemon tournament on Wednesday, Dec 10th.

The 585FighterZ welcome you to compete in their second Fighting Game Tournament charity event, Jingle Bell Roc 2, hosted at Great Lakes Gaming Lounge!

Experience the Great Lakes Gundam League at Great Lakes Gaming Lounge, located on the 22nd floor of Innovation Square in Downtown Rochester. Enjoy a safe, secure environment with a Bandai judge onsite for Gundam Card Game events, Gunpla building, and Gundam media viewings. Stay refreshed with free bottled water, and purchase additional drinks and snacks on-site.

Kick off your weekend with Great Lakes the Gathering every Friday at 6:30 PM on the 22nd floor of GLG Lounge, Rochester. $10 entry gets you a random pack and fun Commander Night promos like BINGO. Trade cards, try new decks, and enjoy casual matches with a welcoming MTG community, stunning city views, and a fun, friendly atmosphere.

Join us every Thursday on the 22nd floor of Innovation Square for Let’s Lab, hosted by 585FighterZ Esports, your weekly destination for all things fighting games and anime!

Learn from ranked professional players in top titles like Street Fighter 6, Tekken 8, and Super Smash Bros Ultimate, or explore other favorites like Guilty Gear Strive, Marvel vs. Capcom, and new to the scene 2XKO. Sharpen your skills, practice combos, and discover new strategies in a supportive, competitive environment.

For just $5, gain full access to the event room and all activities. Become connected with a community of passionate gamers in a clean, professional setting, the GLG Lounge is Rochester’s premier spot to socialize, play, and compete.

It’s cold at the top! Compete in Rochester’s favorite competitive Pokemon tournament on Wednesday, Dec 10th.

Experience the Great Lakes Gundam League at Great Lakes Gaming Lounge, located on the 22nd floor of Innovation Square in Downtown Rochester. Enjoy a safe, secure environment with a Bandai judge onsite for Gundam Card Game events, Gunpla building, and Gundam media viewings. Stay refreshed with free bottled water, and purchase additional drinks and snacks on-site.

Kick off your weekend with Great Lakes the Gathering every Friday at 6:30 PM on the 22nd floor of GLG Lounge, Rochester. $10 entry gets you a random pack and fun Commander Night promos like BINGO. Trade cards, try new decks, and enjoy casual matches with a welcoming MTG community, stunning city views, and a fun, friendly atmosphere.

Join us every Thursday on the 22nd floor of Innovation Square for Let’s Lab, hosted by 585FighterZ Esports, your weekly destination for all things fighting games and anime!

Learn from ranked professional players in top titles like Street Fighter 6, Tekken 8, and Super Smash Bros Ultimate, or explore other favorites like Guilty Gear Strive, Marvel vs. Capcom, and new to the scene 2XKO. Sharpen your skills, practice combos, and discover new strategies in a supportive, competitive environment.

For just $5, gain full access to the event room and all activities. Become connected with a community of passionate gamers in a clean, professional setting, the GLG Lounge is Rochester’s premier spot to socialize, play, and compete.

⚡ Surging Sparks Prize Series – Pokémon Tournament @ Great Lakes Gaming
📅 Date: Wednesday, September 24th
🕡 Time: 6:30 PM ET
💰 Entry: $15

Looking for Pokémon events near you? Join us at Great Lakes Gaming in Rochester, NY for the Surging Sparks Prize Series, a special edition of our weekly Wooper Wednesday! This event follows our familiar Swiss-style tournament format but features upgraded prizing, community extras, and a welcoming atmosphere perfect for both new and experienced trainers.

🏆 Prizing

• 1st Place: Surging Sparks Elite Trainer Box (ETB)

• 2nd Place: Surging Sparks Booster Bundle

• 3rd/4th Place: Surging Sparks Booster Pack
  Juniors & Seniors eligible for prizing based on record. Separate bracket only if at least 4 players per division.

🛍️ Extras

• Limited Pokémon product for sale

• Singles & sealed items from Jeremiah

• $5 Unlimited Pizza (while supplies last)

• Trading encouraged – bring your binders!

• Matches recorded for VOD review on the GLG YouTube channel

Enjoy Pokémon TCG in a friendly, community-first gaming lounge with free bottled water, stunning 22nd-floor city views, and a great group of trainers to battle, trade, and connect with.

Whether you’re competing for top prizes or just looking for Pokémon near you to play and trade, this event is a perfect midweek destination.

👉 Register now to secure your spot at Great Lakes Gaming’s Surging Sparks Prize Series!

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Host your next gathering at Great Lakes Gaming, located on the 22nd floor of Innovation Square in downtown Rochester. Whether it’s a birthday, corporate event, bachelor/ette party, or networking mixer, our 60-guest capacity venue offers high-end gaming setup, skyline views, and customizable spaces. Starting at $1,500, inclusive of setup time with expert support—book today for an unforgettable experience.

Join us every Thursday on the 22nd floor of Innovation Square for Let’s Lab, hosted by 585FighterZ Esports, your weekly destination for all things fighting games and anime!

Learn from ranked professional players in top titles like Street Fighter 6, Tekken 8, and Super Smash Bros Ultimate, or explore other favorites like Guilty Gear Strive, Marvel vs. Capcom, and new to the scene 2XKO. Sharpen your skills, practice combos, and discover new strategies in a supportive, competitive environment.

For just $5, gain full access to the event room and all activities. Become connected with a community of passionate gamers in a clean, professional setting, the GLG Lounge is Rochester’s premier spot to socialize, play, and compete.

Make your child’s birthday unforgettable with an easy, game-filled celebration at Great Lakes Gaming Lounge in Rochester, NY. Our gaming birthday parties are packed with PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo fun—perfect for kids who love to play. With simple booking, full setup, and cleanup handled by our staff, parents can relax while the kids enjoy hours of gaming, ping pong, and laughter.