Upcoming events
Riftbound Nexus Night - Tuesday Weeklies
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.
Wooper Wednesday
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.
Private Events - Kids Party
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.
Great Lakes Gundam League
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.
Friday Commander Nights
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.
GLG Open House
Join us Friday, April 24th, Great Lakes Gaming’s 4th Anniversary Open House!
Wooper Wednesday
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.
Riftbound Nexus Night - Tuesday Weeklies
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.
Full Stack 3
Welcome to Full Stack 2026 - The third installment of Upstate NY's hypest regional!
featuring Rivals 1 + 2 ($100 Pot Bonus for both!), Smash 64, and Peggle
What is Full Stack?
Here in Rochester, we pride ourselves on our unparalleled, fiery passion for our games, the unique games we play here and the unique atmosphere it creates at our events, and commitment to the bit. Full Stack is a celebration of all of those things, and that experience is what we seek to deliver to our attendees. It serves as
A Rivals of Aether regional in the home of one of the most passionate, most welcoming Rivals scenes out there, where we run several weekly, bi-weekly and monthly events with large regular attendance and strong competition.
A Smash 64 regional in a scene known for being one of the largest, most active Smash 64 scenes in the world, having a talent for breeding top players.
The largest-scale appearance of Peggle, where we took a game that has no right being played in any kind of competitive setting and created a cult classic side bracket!
Registration and More Info: https://www.start.gg/tournament/full-stack-3-2/details
Great Lakes Gundam League
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.
Friday Commander Nights
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
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.
Riftbound Nexus Night - Tuesday Weeklies
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.
Summoner Skirmish
Great Lakes Gaming is bringing Riftbound to new heights on the 22nd floor of Innovation Square, your new place to play, learn, and grow the local Riftbound community!
Join us on Saturday, the 11th for our second Spiritforged Summoner Skirmish!
Essential Info:
🕔 Doors Open: 12:00 PM
🚩 Play Begins: 1:00 PM
💲 Entry Fee: $20
Register Now:https://locator.riftbound.uvsgames.com/stores/fd3a2bfc-683a-4595-a633-2db702cc3866
Hosted on the 22nd floor of Innovation Square, our lounge offers beautiful skyline views, a clean and comfortable atmosphere, and a friendly, growing Riftbound community. Whether you’re a competitive veteran or just getting into the game, this event is the perfect way to dive deeper into the rift.
Great Lakes Gundam League
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.
Friday Commander Nights
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
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.
Riftbound Nexus Night - Tuesday Weeklies
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.
Friday Commander Nights
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.
Spring Break Esports Camp - Session Two
This March and April, Great Lakes Gaming will present a Spring Break Esports Camp for kids ages 8–13. Campers will take part in team-based gaming sessions that promote communication, leadership, and strategic thinking. They’ll also gain creative tech skills through beginner video editing, crafting highlight reels from their own recorded gameplay.
Sessions are held in Great Lakes Gaming’s state-of-the-art esports lounge, providing a professional yet welcoming environment for young gamers.
Kids ages 8-13 are welcome!
Registering with more than 1 camper? We have options to save!
Pricing and curriculum details below.
Full Camp Details Here
Register Here: https://www.glgaminglounges.com/shop/p/spring-break-gaming-esports-camp
Wooper Wednesday
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.
Spring Break Esports Camp - Session Two
This March and April, Great Lakes Gaming will present a Spring Break Esports Camp for kids ages 8–13. Campers will take part in team-based gaming sessions that promote communication, leadership, and strategic thinking. They’ll also gain creative tech skills through beginner video editing, crafting highlight reels from their own recorded gameplay.
Sessions are held in Great Lakes Gaming’s state-of-the-art esports lounge, providing a professional yet welcoming environment for young gamers.
Kids ages 8-13 are welcome!
Registering with more than 1 camper? We have options to save!
Pricing and curriculum details below.
Full Camp Details Here
Register Here: https://www.glgaminglounges.com/shop/p/spring-break-gaming-esports-camp
Riftbound Nexus Night - Tuesday Weeklies | Great Lakes Gaming, Rochester, NY
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.
Spring Break Esports Camp - Session One
This March and April, Great Lakes Gaming will present a Spring Break Esports Camp for kids ages 8–13. Campers will take part in team-based gaming sessions that promote communication, leadership, and strategic thinking. They’ll also gain creative tech skills through beginner video editing, crafting highlight reels from their own recorded gameplay.
Sessions are held in Great Lakes Gaming’s state-of-the-art esports lounge, providing a professional yet welcoming environment for young gamers.
Kids ages 8-13 are welcome!
Registering with more than 1 camper? We have options to save!
Pricing and curriculum details below.
Full Camp Details Here
Register Here: https://www.glgaminglounges.com/shop/p/spring-break-gaming-esports-camp
Spring Break Esports Camp - Session One
This March and April, Great Lakes Gaming will present a Spring Break Esports Camp for kids ages 8–13. Campers will take part in team-based gaming sessions that promote communication, leadership, and strategic thinking. They’ll also gain creative tech skills through beginner video editing, crafting highlight reels from their own recorded gameplay.
Sessions are held in Great Lakes Gaming’s state-of-the-art esports lounge, providing a professional yet welcoming environment for young gamers.
Kids ages 8-13 are welcome!
Registering with more than 1 camper? We have options to save!
Pricing and curriculum details below.
Full Camp Details Here
Register Here: https://www.glgaminglounges.com/shop/p/spring-break-gaming-esports-camp
Great Lakes Gundam League
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.
Friday Commander Nights | Great Lakes the Gathering
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
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.
Riftbound Nexus Night - Tuesday Weeklies | Great Lakes Gaming, Rochester, NY
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 Gundam League
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.
Friday Commander Nights | Great Lakes the Gathering
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.
Pokémon Perfect Order Prerelease
Join us for Pokémon PERFECT ORDER Prerelease on Wednesday, March 18th at 6:30 PM, our largest Pokémon prerelease ever with 40 seats available! Take part in one of GLG’s biggest organized play Pokémon events, hosted high above the city at the gaming lounge in the clouds ☁️