Recommended Hotel

Radisson Hotel at Corning [Click Here for Booking Link]

Address: 125 Denison Pkwy E, Corning, NY 14830

You can book  your room by calling the hotel directly at 607-962-5000. Please mention you are with the "Optica Executive Summit" to receive the corporate discount. 

Special rate including free breakfast: 

22-26 March 2026 - King bedrooms available at $119/night at single occupancy (Non-smoking)

Conference Venue: Corning Museum of Glass

The Corning Museum of Glass offers a stunning and modern event setting surrounded by world-class glass art and innovative design. Its state-of-the-art auditorium provides a sleek, fully equipped space ideal for conferences, presentations, and performances of any scale.

Optica Welcome Dinner, Monday 23rd March

If you arrive the day before the conference begins, Optica invites you to our Welcome Dinner.  Location announced shortly. 

Optica Dinner Reception, Tuesday 24th March

Dinner reception at TBD Location. Optica will host an unforgettable dinner reception where you can debrief with audience members and network with leaders in the industry.

Bus transportation from Corning Museum of Glass to the dinner reception will be provided.

Travel information: 

Visit Corning by Bus

You can take a bus from NYC to Corning:

• The Corning Transportation Center (address: 85 Denison Parkway East) is the main arrival point for long-distance buses in Corning. gafferdistrict.com+1

• For example, the coach service OurBus has a route from NYC to Corning. Corning Museum of Glass

• Schedules for buses from NYC to Corning show journey times around 5-8 hours, depending on routing and transfers. Trailways+2Rome2Rio+2

Steps to follow:

1. From your starting point in NYC, find the bus departure location (examples include the George Washington Bridge Bus Station) for OurBus or another coach. Corning Museum of Glass

2. Book your ticket to Corning Transportation Center (85 Denison Parkway East).

3. Upon arrival in Corning, you can walk, take a taxi, or ride a local shuttle/ride-share to your final destination (for example, the Radisson Hotel Corning at 125 Denison Parkway East).

4. Plan for extra time if your hotel check-in, luggage drop, or transfers are needed.

Travel time:

Approx. 5 hours from New York City.

Travel by Plane: 

If arriving from abroad, the most convenient route to our event is to fly into a major U.S. gateway airport such as New York City (JFK or Newark), then take a connecting flight to Elmira/Corning Regional Airport (ELM)—located about 15 minutes from the museum. From Elmira/Corning Airport, you can rent a car or take a taxi/rideshare directly to your hotel. 

Travel Tip: Electrical Adaptors in the United States

If you’re traveling to the United States from Europe, don’t forget to bring a travel adaptor for your electronic devices.

In the United States, plug types A and B are used—these have two flat parallel pins (and sometimes a third round grounding pin).

The U.S. operates on a 120V supply voltage and 60Hz frequency, which differs from the 230V / 50Hz system used in much of Europe.

For travelers from the United Kingdom, your standard Type G plug (with three rectangular pins in a triangular pattern) will not fit U.S. outlets, so a Type A/B adaptor is essential.

Consider bringing a voltage converter if your device is not dual-voltage (check the label for “100–240V”).

Having the correct adaptor will ensure you can safely charge your phone, laptop, and other electronics during your trip.

Weather in Corning, New York (Mid-March)

In mid-March, Corning, New York typically experiences cool early spring weather as it transitions out of winter. Average daytime temperatures range from 2°C to 10°C (36°F to 50°F), while nights can still drop below freezing. You can expect occasional rain or light snow, with around 70 mm (2.8 inches) of precipitation during the month. Warm layers, a waterproof jacket, and sturdy shoes are recommended for comfortable travel.