The National Puerto Rican Day Parade (NPRDP) is an essential summer event in June in NYC,
The beloved parade is returning yet again for 2024 set to take place along Fifth Ave on Sunday, June 9. This year’s theme is Boricua de Corazón (Puerto Rican at heart) and is dedicated to the municipality of San Germán, Puerto Rico and Hawaii’s Puerto Rican community.
Find everything else you need to know about the time-honored tradition below.
What is the National Puerto Rican Day Parade?
The National Puerto Rican Day Parade is a NYC celebration that honors Puerto Rican heritage and culture, plus the renowned achievements of Puerto Rican individuals with music, dance and themed floats. This year’s parade also celebrates its 67th anniversary, as the founders first marched in New York City in 1958. It draws an estimated 1.5 million spectators each year.
When is the Parade taking place in 2024?
The National Puerto Rican Day Parade normally takes place on the second Sunday of the month of June. This year it falls on Sunday, June 9.
What time is the Puerto Rican Day Parade?
It begins at 11am. According to Central Park, the festivities will go on until 5pm.
What is the Parade route?
The National Puerto Rican Day Parade marches along NYC’s Fifth Avenue from 43rd Street up to 79th St.
If I can’t attend in person, where else can I watch it?
The celebration will be broadcast live on WNBC from 11am – 2pm.
You can find any other info. you’re looking for on the National Puerto Rican Day Parade website here.