According to the latest U.S. Census Bureau statistics, Rochester, NY had a population of approximately 210,532 during 2012. At present, Rochester ranks as the 101st largest city in the United States, and, like many Northern cities of its ilk, is losing many of its residents to cities with more, shall we say, hospitable climates.

Although Rochester’s population has steadily decreased over the last half century, it has continued to bring in many people due to it’s thriving medical and educational industries. The stability within these industries is cited as the main reason that Rochester made it through this last recession with less damage than other cities in the United States. Sure, some folks argue — primarily mentioning Eastman Kodak as an example — that Rochester’s economy didn’t have as far to fall, because it had already been in decline.

That may be partially true, but if the many exciting events Rochester area residents look forward to each year serves as any proof, the City is still very much alive. As such, fun Rochester events can be had all year around, while the most popular events in Rochester occur between late spring and early autumn.

For those who have lived in Rochester for a least a year, the chances are that they have been to at least a couple of the most biggest Rochester New York events that take place in the summertime. The various summer festivals are the events Rochester citizens patronize with zeal. Among the many things to do in Rochester all year round, the Lilac, Corn Hill, Park Ave., East End, and Rochester International Jazz festivals always bring in crowds from locations local, regional, and out of state.

At a time when the economy remains capricious, at best, Rochester still offers all of the fun and excitement for which it has always been known. It simply takes one glance at any Rochester events calendar to discover the many things that are going on today.