Saturday August 15 HSBC Arena
The Station of the Cross 10th Anniversary
FAQ's
Q - No cameras/recording devices are permitted. What are we allowed to bring to the arena Aug. 15?
A - Bottled water may be brought in, but all other food/drink may not be. Concessions will be open all day. Sacramental's (eg-salt, rosaries, medals, etc.) may be brought in for a general blessing.
Q - What selection of foods will be offered at concessions?
A - A wide variety of breakfast, lunch and snack foods and (non-alcoholic) beverages will be available throughout the day from the time doors open at 7:00 AM. Canadian currency is accepted.
Q - Can we leave/return to the arena throughout the day?
A - Yes, you may leave and re-enter the arena during the day-long event. Please present ticket at re-entry.
Q - What restaurants are nearby? Are reservations required? **
RESTAURANTS - DOWNTOWN, BUFFALO, NY
**Reservations recommended. Lunch break 1:00-2:00 PM Conference ends 6:15PM
- Bacchus Wine Bar & Restaurant 56 W. Chippewa Street 716/854-9463
- Bijou Grille 643 Main Street 716/847-1512
- Buffalo House Cafe 176 Franklin Street 716/854-5586
- Charlie the Butcher Express 295 Main Street - Ellicott Square Building 716/855-8646
- Chef's Restaurant 291 Seneca Street 716/856-9187
- The Chocolate Bar 114 W. Chippewa Street 716/332-0484
- Chop Chop 302 Main Street 716/852-1018
- DECO Restaurant 120 Church Street - Adam's Mark Buffalo 716/ 845-5100 ext. #7136
- DiTondos Tavern 370 Seneca Street 716/855-8838
- Duo 297 Franklin Street 716/858-4370
- E.B. Green's Steakhouse Two Fountain Plaza - Hyatt Regency Buffalo 716/855-4870
- Eddie Brady's Tavern 97 Genesee Street 716/854-7017
- Globe Market 298 Main Street 716/847-7405
- Jim's Steakout 92 W. Chippewa Street 716/886-2222
- Laughlin's 333 Franklin Street 716/842-6700
- Papaya Restaurant 118 W. Chippewa Street 716/856-2444
- Pearl Street Grill & Brewery 76 Pearl Street 716/856-2337
- Prima Pizza Pasta 396 Pearl Street 716/852-5555
- Salsarita's Fresh Cantina 110 W. Chippewa Street (Base of Hampton Inn) 716/845-5237
- Sea Bar 475 Ellicott Street 716/332-2928
- SPOT Coffee 227 Delaware Avenue | 765 Elmwood Avenue 716/332-2299 | 716/332-4564
- Starbucks Coffee 235 Delaware Avenue 716/853-2356
- T.G.I. Friday's 601 Main Street 716/854-6000
Q - Tell us about parking.
A - HSBC Arena parking ramp (Illinois Street) and surface lots approximately 200 yards from the building (on Perry Street between Michigan Street and Mississippi Street). Parking for guests with disabilities is available throughout the surrounding garages and parking lots. The HSBC Arena parking ramp has parking spaces for guests with disabilities located throughout the facility on all Levels next to the elevators. There are also a number of private parking lots in the area (not affiliated with HSBC Arena or the Buffalo Sabres).
Bus parking is located at Perry & Baltimore Streets and costs $40. Plan on $10 for cars.
Q - How will I get to/from my hotel to the HSBC Arena?
A - At check-in, hotel staff will advise transportation options. Please ask.
Q -What if I need assistance getting to my seat?
A - Elevators are available for handicapped patrons. One is located in the Pavilion to the right behind the escalators nearest to Main St., this elevator stops at all levels. Additional elevator located by the Security Office stops only at the 100 and 200 levels, not the 300 level.
The arena is an 18,000 seat venue. Every effort will be made to assist the elderly comfortably to their seats. Large numbers of participants with limited mobility are expected to attend this event. If you own any type of walking assistance, wheelchair, walker, cane... plan to bring it; and take your time. Arena staff will be present to assist you.
Q - What provisions have been made for the deaf and hard of hearing?
A - An ASL interpreter will sign each of the conference talks.
Assisted listening devices are available at Guest Services located, on the 100 level between aisles 7-8 and the 300 level between aisles 13-14. You will be asked to leave your credit card or photo identification as a deposit for the device. A central FM transmitter services all seating areas. Arrangements can be made in advance by calling the Account Services Office 1-888-467-2273
*State-of-the-art audio equipment will supplement the normal arena sound system for this event.
Q - Where are restrooms located?
A - Men's restrooms are located near aisles 1, 5, 8, 10, 14 and 23
Woman's restrooms are located near aisles 4, 8, 9, 16 and 22
Patrons seated on the arena floor must go up one (or more) level(s) for restrooms.
Tip: Restrooms on the 200 and 300 levels will be less crowded than those on the 100 level.
The Buffalo Bisons, minor league baseball team, play a home stand at Coca Cola Field Aug. 10-17. Rated in the top 2 minor league baseball parks in the country, baseball fans won't want to miss this opportunity to visit the field and catch a game. Visit www.buffalobisons.com for game times.