Westbury has a strategic location near the business and financial district in the heart of Nassau County. The nickname for the village since the 1970s has been "A Community for All Seasons", most likely because residents live there twelve months of the year. Many residents live within walking distance to services and amenities like great shopping and fine dining. The Long Island railroad station to New York City is easily accessible, making this area attractive to commuters to the city. Major Long Island attractions like the Nassau Coliseum, Roosevelt Field Mall, and Jones Beach Theatre add to the quality of life. Originally known as Westbury Music Fair, the Capital One Bank Theater at Westbury continues to delight audiences with live entertainment in the round. Westbury’s population is over 14,000 and is rich with ethnic and racial diversity.