ROCHESTER, N.Y. – The fourth day of the Rochester Jazz Festival is a hot one, but that’s not stopping people from coming out to enjoy the music.
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“Today is the fourth day of the festival, but it’s been fantastic,” said Jerry Watson, visiting from Detroit for the festival. “I think I’ve been living in like a monastery now for 72 years until I came here. But you know, we’re in shade, I wear sunscreen, we stay hydrated. And you get used to it, so it helps a little bit.”
Elaine Schmidt, who went to the very first Jazz Fest back when it started, said it’s the biggest event in Rochester.
“Why wouldn’t I show up? Why wouldn’t I come and see it?” Schmidt said. “I don’t have to pay hotel. I don’t have to travel. It’s right here. And it’s fun, it’s just fun.”
Schmidt told News10NBC’s she plans to make use of the AC inside venues when she needs it. She’ll go back and forth between inside and outside throughout the night so she can enjoy the music while staying safe.
People are taking various measures to stay cool, including wearing hats, keeping water on them throughout the night and avoiding alcohol. The good news is all ten of the festival’s club pass venues have air conditioning and water is available to purchase at every food truck.
The big tent on Gibbs Street also has AC and people can bring their own water into all venues. If you’re not able to cool down after 30 minutes, you should seek medical attention. Rochester Regional Health will have an aid tent outside on Gibbs Street by the merch tent.
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This year’s festival goes until Saturday, June 28. To learn more, click here.
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