NEW YORK – The 42nd National Dominican Day Parade will march through New York City on Sunday and the sounds of merengue will fill the air.
Crowds line Sixth Avenue in Midtown Manhattan to watch the colorful floats and dancers.
When does the parade start?
The Dominican Day Parade celebration begins on Sunday, August 11, 2024, at 12:00 p.m.
What is the parade route?
The Dominican Day Parade route runs along Sixth Avenue from 36th Street to 55th Street in Midtown.
Road closures during the Dominican Day Parade
The New York City Department of Transportation announced these road closures near the parade before, during, and after the event at the discretion of the NYPD.
Education:
- 6th Avenue between 37th Street and 38th Street
- 36th Street between Broadway and 5th Avenue
- 38th, 37th Street between 5th Avenue and 7th Avenue
Route:
- 6th Avenue between 36th Street and 55th Street
Distraction:
- 55th Street between 6th Avenue and 5th Avenue
- 55th Street between 7th Avenue and 6th Avenue
What is this year’s theme?
The motto of this year’s Dominican National Parade is “Merengue: Nuestro Ritmo,” which translates to “Merengue: Our Rhythm.”
According to the parade organizers, the history of merengue stretches back 170 years and the motto “recognizes merengue as more than just music – it is an essential part of our cultural fabric and embodies joy, resilience and the sense of community that is deeply rooted in the Dominican identity.”
“Over time, merengue evolved into a blend of African, Spanish and indigenous rhythms, leading to its great popularity in the Caribbean. A significant milestone was the introduction of the accordion in the 1870s, which changed its sound and made it an integral part of local celebrations.”
This year’s grand marshals of the parade are members of the merengue band Los Hermanos Rosario.
Last yearFor the first time in the history of the parade, the President of the Dominican Republic participated and simultaneously served as Grand Marshal.
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