Welcome to the website for the Puerto Rican Festival of Rochester, Inc.!

The Puerto Rican Festival Incorporated was formulated in 1969 for the express purpose of celebrating and recognizing the culture of Puerto Ricans. Puerto Ricans continue to be one of the largest growing Hispanic populations in New York State. This growth now makes Monroe County and the City of Rochester home to the second largest population of Hispanics in New York State.

The Puerto Rican Festival Incorporated sponsors a variety of events, which serve to share and celebrate Puerto Rican culture. The largest event is the Puerto Rican Festival (38 annual editions to date have been organized), the longest running cultural festival in the County of Monroe. The festival is an annual three-day event, which averages a daily attendance of 7,000 people of all cultures and ethnic backgrounds. This site will serve as a resource for you. As you peruse this site you will find history about PRFI and a description of the board of directors. You will also find detailed information on the  39th Annual Puerto Rican Festival which takes place from August 1st - August 3rd, 2008. Enjoy your visit and we look forward to your return!

Sincerely,
Ida Perez
President, Board of Directors