The National Dominican Day Parade (NatDDP) is an essential cultural NYC event that’s returning this weekend for its 42nd anniversary! This year’s parade will be marching up 6th Avenue on Sunday, August 11th.
The parade is a tradition beloved by the Dominican community, but for nonprofit Dominican Day Parade, Inc. who organizes the event, it’s actually much more than a parade.
Throughout the year, this nonprofit holds various events including food drives, an annual gala, and parade kick-off events in all five boroughs. They also provide scholarships and mentor opportunities to exceptional students of Dominican descent.
Here’s everything else you need to know about the parade:
What is the National Dominican Day Parade?
The National Dominican Day Parade was started to celebrate the richness of the Dominican culture, folklore, and popular traditions. The Parade highlights, promotes, and acknowledges the heritage and contributions of the Dominican community in the U.S. and throughout the world.
This year the parade is celebrating its 42nd anniversary.
When is the National Dominican Day Parade taking place in 2024?
The National Dominican Day Parade usually takes place the second Sunday of August. This year it falls on Sunday, August 11th.
What time is the National Dominican Day Parade?
The parade begins at 12 pm and usually lasts a few hours.
What is the National Dominican Day Parade route?
The parade marches up NYC’s 6th Avenue from 37th Street to 55th Street.
Who is the Grand Marshal this year?
This year’s Grand Marshal is legendary merengue band Los Hermanos Rosario.
What is the 2024 National Dominican Day Parade theme?
This year’s Dominican Day Parade theme is “Merengue: Nuestro Ritmo.”
This theme recognizes Merengue as more than just music—it’s a vital part of Dominican cultural fabric, embodying joy, resilience, and the community spirit deeply rooted in Dominican identity.
What NYC streets will be closed for the parade?
NYC dwellers should expect traffic along the parade route.
NYC’s exact list of street closures has not yet been announced for this weekend, but you can keep checking for updates here.
Find out more about NYC’s National Dominican Day Parade here.