AA Meetings near Rochester, New York
Find Alcoholics Anonymous meetings near you in the Rochester metropolitan area. Browse open meetings, closed meetings, speaker meetings, and more. Filter by day, time, or meeting type to find the perfect meeting for your recovery journey. Strong downtown and Park Avenue groups with active Big Book and step-study meetings; annual area conventions draw participants from the region. Serving Downtown, Park Avenue, Neighborhood of the Arts, Corn Hill, Brighton, Gates and surrounding areas.
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FLX 5:15 Zoom Meeting
**Book Study Friday meeting only! Meeting ID: 828 8927 8251 Passcode: 135166
Meeting ID: 828 8927 8251 Passcode: 135166
Canandaigua Happiest Hour
Inside, limited building access.
Handicap Accessible **No Meeting 12/13/2024 Carpet is being cleaned**
Inside, limited building access.
Steppin Up
Downstairs in Basement
If you have not been vaccinated we ask that you wear a mask. Masks are provided if you don't have one.
Downstairs in Basement
The Common Solution
Front Door Park on the street out front
Masks required
Front Door Park on the street out front
Twilight
Meeting is in Basement
Meeting is in Basement
Marketplace
Use entrance door by patio umbrellas Additional Notes: For all ages. For anyone interested in recovery from alcohol.
Sobriety Stop
Use Rear parking area - lower entrance
Masks must be worn upon entering the building. May be removed once seated. Meetings held held outside weather permitting.
Use Rear parking area - lower entrance
Henrietta 5:30
Movin' On
ADA SERVICE ANIMALS ONLY 🐶 1st Friday of month: Dish to pass dinner, after meeting at 6:30 pm 1st week: Daily Reflections/Discussion 2nd week: Big Book 4th Edition 3rd week: Convention speaker tapes 4th week: Grapevine If there's a 5th week in the month: Topic/Discussion
HOW
Fellowship Hall in back
Fellowship Hall in back
The Nightcap - Online
Online meeting
Zoom ID: 812 3827 3047 PIN: 596744
Online meeting
The Great Fact
Downstairs in basement Entrance on Vick Park B (near East Ave)
1st Friday - Speaker 2nd Friday - Corresponding Step 3rd Friday - Came to Believe 4th Friday - Grapevine 5th Friday - Discussion on Service
Downstairs in basement Entrance on Vick Park B (near East Ave)
Not A Glum Lot/Night Owls
Use Rear parking area - lower entrance
Outside weather permitting.
Use Rear parking area - lower entrance
Avon New Hope (Book Study)
Riverstone Wesleyan Church (aka Avon Wesleyan Church) meets on main floor; is wheelchair accessible
A Way of Life - Palmyra
Parking around back
Parking around back
Pumpkin Hook
Let's Get Better Together
Meeting is in Basement
Meeting is in Basement
Renaissance West
Zoom URL pasted below. Password: 12
Culver/Durand
Downstairs in Basement Lift Chair Available
Downstairs in Basement Lift Chair Available
North West
Also 1st Step
Penfield Friday Night
Effective August 21, 2026: This meeting will be Zoom-only and will no longer meet in person. The Zoom ID and password remain the same. Meeting ID: 893 748 6876 Password: PFNG Dial In: 1-646-876-9923 Literature 1st 2 weeks Speaker 2nd 2 weeks PLEASE NOTE: The zoom room is locked promptly at 7:30pm for security purposes. Please join before 7:30 PM to ensure entry.
7-11
Basement
Basement
Wayne County Group
Stairs are to the left of the main door
Meeting is upstairs Not HDCP accessible
Stairs are to the left of the main door
Hilton Friday Night
Downstairs
Downstairs
Holley Friday Night
Sober Sinners AA
Online meeting
ID: 652 080 9059
Online meeting
It's Never Too Late
Front Door Park on the street out front
The meeting will have its doors open at 830 pm. The meeting itself will start at 930 pm. After the meeting will be fellowship until around midnight. Rotating weekly format: speaker/discussion and step meeting Note, the meeting is held in the basement. There are stairs to get down to the meeting with no way for a wheel chair to get down.
Front Door Park on the street out front
Early Risers Online
Online meeting
Phone #: 929-205-6099 Meeting ID: 833 673 130 Password: 358546
Online meeting
Early Risers
Use Rear parking area - lower entrance
3rd Saturday of the month is a speaker meeting
Use Rear parking area - lower entrance
Highland Group
Online meeting
Zoom: Dial-In: 929-205-6099 Meeting ID: 83238828267 Pwd: 629855
Online meeting
Sunrise
In-person only. Formerly Hybrid format
New Door
Basement
Basement
Early Birds
Also 1st Step
Hair of the Dog
Rtes 5&20 Front Door
Coffee is available
Rtes 5&20 Front Door
Eye Opener - Hybrid
Phone #: 929-205-6099 Meeting ID: 752 257 070 Password: 007421
Miracle Morning Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 393 737 3852 pw 4bu62C
Hawk Talk (May - September)
This is a seasonal/outdoor meeting 1st Saturday in May through last Saturday in September. Please attend H.O.W. 2 online on see Meeting Guide App regarding details.
Seasonal Meeting - Kershaw Park Picnic Area (left of Canandaigua Lady, if RAIN: in Pavilion behind Twisted Rail Brewing Co.) ** Starting up again Saturday May 2nd 2026**
This is a seasonal/outdoor meeting 1st Saturday in May through last Saturday in September. Please attend H.O.W. 2 online on see Meeting Guide App regarding details.
Late Birds - Saturday
Online meeting
Meeting ID: 878 8911 3250 Password: 302381 Dial In Number: 1-646-931-3860 On 1st of the month Saturdays – Step w/breakout room available for Newcomers On 2nd of the month Saturdays – Tradition Meeting w/breakout room available for Newcomers
Online meeting
password: 302381
Park Avenue Morning
Meeting is in Basement
Meeting is in Basement
Brockport Big Book (HYBRID)
Meeting ID: 810 2978 9882 Password: 608075 Phone: 1-929-436-2866
Basement
Brunch Bunch Online Saturday
Zoom meeting ID: 93298201527 Dial-In Password: 079142
Masks required for unvaccinated at In-Person meetings
Brunch Bunch In-Person Saturday
Masks required for unvaccinated at In-Person meetings
Step Sisters
Scout Room - Entrance is back/side. West end of building. Downstairs in Basement, use side door
Irondequoit Serenity
Keep It Simple In Person Canandaigua
Turn on Howell Street, park on St. John's Ct.
Turn on Howell Street, park on St. John's Ct.
New Freedom
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AA Meeting Statistics for Rochester
Most listings: Wednesday with 68 meetings
Most common meeting types: English (427), Open (374), Discussion (318), Wheelchair Access (187), Speaker (161)
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AA Resources in Rochester, New York
Local Intergroup
Rochester Area Intergroup Inc
Online Resources
Getting to Meetings in Rochester
Rochester Regional Transit Service (RTS) buses cover the metro area; Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) serves the region.
Every meeting listing includes a full address so you can plan your route before you go.
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About AA Meetings near Rochester, New York
This directory helps people find Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meetings near Rochester, New York. Review current meeting times, formats, addresses, accessibility details, and online attendance options before choosing a meeting.
The 2025 U.S. Census Gazetteer lists Rochester as a city in New York covering approximately 35.761 square miles of land. MyMeetings uses its Census reference point to center the nearby meeting search.
MyMeetings currently returns 429 AA meeting listings in and around Rochester. Because schedules can change, confirm the latest time and location on the individual meeting page before attending.
Rochester is home to approximately 206,284 residents. The search on this page is centered on the Rochester metropolitan area and can include nearby communities so people can compare more meeting options.
Local meetings in Rochester are coordinated through the Rochester Area Intergroup Inc. They serve as the primary point of contact for AA in the area.
Types of AA Meetings Available in Rochester
Open Meetings: Anyone interested in learning about AA can attend, including family members, friends, and those curious about the program.
Closed Meetings: Reserved for individuals who have a desire to stop drinking. These meetings offer a more intimate setting for sharing.
Speaker Meetings: One or more members share their experience, strength, and hope with the group.
Discussion Meetings: Members discuss a topic related to recovery, with everyone having an opportunity to share.
Big Book/Step Study: Focused study of AA literature including the Big Book and the 12 Steps.
Beginner Meetings: Specifically designed for newcomers who may be attending their first meetings. These groups provide extra guidance on how AA works, the 12 Steps, and getting a sponsor.
Online/Virtual Meetings: Participate from anywhere via video or phone. Virtual listings can help when travel, mobility, or scheduling makes an in-person meeting difficult.
Finding the Right Meeting in Rochester
Use the filters above to compare meetings by day, time, format, and accessibility. Results are centered on the Rochester metropolitan area and may include meetings in surrounding communities.
Local coverage includes areas such as Downtown, Park Avenue, Neighborhood of the Arts, Corn Hill, Brighton, Gates.
Getting to AA Meetings in Rochester
Rochester Regional Transit Service (RTS) buses cover the metro area; Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) serves the region. The MyMeetings app shows the exact address for every meeting location so you can plan your route in advance—no matter how you're getting there.
Recovery Resources in Rochester
In addition to AA meetings, Rochester residents can access recovery support through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), which provides a national helpline (1-800-662-4357) and treatment locator. The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) offers evidence-based research confirming that consistent participation in peer support groups like AA significantly improves long-term sobriety outcomes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many AA meetings are in Rochester?
MyMeetings currently returns 429 meeting listings in and around Rochester. Results may include nearby communities so you can compare more options.
What types of AA meetings are available in Rochester?
Current listings near Rochester identify formats including 11th Step Meditation, 12 Steps & 12 Traditions, As Bill Sees It, Babysitting Available, Big Book, Candlelight, Child-Friendly, and Closed. Use the filters on this page to review the formats attached to each listing.
Are there AA meetings near Rochester every day?
Current listings near Rochester include meetings on all seven days of the week. Wednesday currently has the most listings, with 68.
Are there online AA meetings available in Rochester?
The current directory includes 108 listings near Rochester with online access details. Review the individual listing for its current joining instructions.
How do I find wheelchair accessible AA meetings in Rochester?
188 current listings are marked as wheelchair accessible near Rochester. Confirm specific accommodations with the meeting organizer or venue before attending.
What should I expect at my first AA meeting in Rochester?
AA meeting practices vary by group. Open meetings welcome anyone interested in learning about AA, while closed meetings are for people with a desire to stop drinking. You may listen without speaking; review the individual listing for its format and any arrival notes.
How do I contact the local AA office in Rochester?
The directory identifies Rochester Area Intergroup Inc as the local AA office serving Rochester. Check the local resources section on this page for available contact information.
How often are AA meeting listings updated for Rochester?
This page loads the current MyMeetings directory for the area around Rochester. Schedules can still change, so confirm the individual listing before traveling.
Can I find AA meetings outside Rochester, New York?
Yes. Use the nearby cities section to browse additional meeting directories in New York and across state lines.
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