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500 Pearl

4.5(67)
Event Venue

About

500 Pearl offers eight versatile event spaces including the striking Forbes Theatre and the elegant Grand Aeries, ideal for meetings, training sessions, and receptions up to 50 guests. The venue’s historic architecture and modern amenities provide a sophisticated backdrop that inspires and engages attendees.

The onsite Aloft Hotel occupies the 10th to 12th floors, featuring spacious rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Buffalo’s skyline. Guests can easily combine multi-night stays with event bookings, while enjoying in-house dining, attentive service, and rooftop spaces like Patrick’s Rooftop for after-hours networking or social gatherings.

Best for

  • Executive offsites with city skyline views
  • Client dinners in unique historic spaces
  • Multi-night group stays with in-house dining

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Custom Package Request

Custom request

Not sure which package fits? Tell us about your event and the venue will work with you to build the right experience from scratch.

What's typically included

  • Space & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Venue Details

Standout features

Eight versatile, state-of-the-art event spaces
Event Spaces
Eight versatile, state-of-the-art event spaces
500 Pearl offers a range of eight distinct event spaces, including the elegant Forbes Theatre and the Grand Aeries, suitable for intimate meetings, training sessions, and grand galas. Each space is designed to provide a sophisticated backdrop that
Patrick’s Rooftop with city skyline views
Rooftop Venue
Patrick’s Rooftop with city skyline views
The rooftop venue features panoramic views of Buffalo’s iconic buildings, creating a memorable setting for welcome drinks, after parties, and social events. The rooftop is also used for unique programming like charcuterie classes and dog-friendly
Aloft Hotel with floor-to-ceiling windows
On-site Hotel
Aloft Hotel with floor-to-ceiling windows
Located on the 10th to 12th floors, the stylish Aloft Hotel offers spacious guest rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows that showcase Buffalo’s skyline, allowing event attendees to conveniently stay onsite with modern amenities.

At a glance

Rated 4.5 on Google · 67 reviews