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Introduction to Visit Binghamton
We’re urban and rural. Old and new. From 19th-century architecture to cutting-edge modern builds, Broome County offers unmatched access to a wide range of film-ready locations—our film-friendly communities welcome productions of all sizes. From bustling downtown Binghamton to the quiet charm of our rural towns and villages, we provide a full spectrum of scenery, enhanced by all four seasons. Filming here is as seamless as it is cost-effective. We offer streamlined permitting, dedicated local support, affordable accommodations, services, and crew options, in a central location just a few hours from New York City and other major hubs. Be part of our story. Our locations set the perfect scene for you to tell yours.
Productions That Call Visit Binghamton
“I was amazed how the Visit Binghamton Film Office, the locations, and the city at large removed every obstacle most films face almost anywhere else, making it a truly special place to film.”
– Daniel Masciari, Director, Stationed at Home
Production Credits
- The Rewrite
- Stationed at Home
- The Harbinger
- Liebestraum
- How To with John Wilson
- Taylor Swift Back to December Music Video
A Few Filming Locations in Binghamton, NY
Rivers at Confluence Park
Washington Street
NYS Inebriate Asylum
Rivers at Confluence Park
Nestled at the convergence of two rivers, this riverfront park offers sweeping skyline views and a tranquil, lush park. The location provides a backdrop for urban and natural scenes alike, with striking sunsets, a unique waterfront, and versatile pedestrian walkways. It is ideal for scenes that require both modern cityscapes and serene, natural settings.
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Washington Street
This on-way street in Binghamton is a perfect stand-in for major metropolitan neighborhoods, combining historic brick facades with modern storefronts. It is ideal for scenes that require the feel of a city like New York or Chicago without the logistical challenges.
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NYS Inebriate Asylum
Once a psychiatric asylum, this Gothic Revival building features towering turrets, stone arches, and a foreboding façade. The Asylum is an entirely unique location rarely found elsewhere. It can easily double as a psychiatric hospital, correctional facility, or academic institution.
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Binghamton, NY — Tapping New York’s Expanded Film Tax Credits
Upstate Advantage – up to 40 % back
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30 % base credit on all qualified New York spend.
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Extra 10 % on qualified labor (and related spend) in Upstate counties—including Broome County, home to Binghamton—raising the total refund to 40 %. Empire State Development
New “Production +” bonus – add another 5–10 %
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File two or more projects that together hit $100 M in qualified costs (or $20 M for independents) and every subsequent project earns an extra credit: +10 % for studio‐scale producers / +5 % for indies. Entertainment Partners
Empire State Independent Production Program = faster cash-flow for indies
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Stand-alone $100 M annual fund accelerates monetization for independent films and series.
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Keeps the 30 % base rate, stacks the 10 % Upstate boost, and adds other sweeteners (e.g., +10 % for in-state scoring). Entertainment Partners
Why Base in Binghamton?
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Instant eligibility for the Upstate +10 % multiplier (Broome County).
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Diverse looks—historic factory lofts, leafy campuses, riverfront downtown, and rolling countryside—all within a 15-minute drive.
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Binghamton Film Office offers no-fee location pulls, local crew referrals, and turnkey liaison with Empire State Development so your incentive paperwork sails through.
Ready to roll? Lock your production calendar, then connect with the Binghamton Film Office to model your 40-50 % savings scenario before the cameras start.
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