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Puerto Rican Parade & Festival
Join the party in Elizabeth, New Jersey as we celebrate Puerto Rican pride, heritage, and culture during the annual parade and festival!
These events are presented by Mayor J. Christian Bollwage, the Puerto Rican Alliance of Elizabeth, Union County Board of Commissioners, and generous business sponsors. Mark your summer calendar for an unforgettable weekend of Puerto Rican pride and celebration! Whether you're delving into Puerto Rican culture or looking for lively activities, this festival ensures an abundance of excitement for everyone.
The 5th Annual Puerto Rican Parade & Two-Day Festival includes local organizations, floats, marching bands, horses, educators, honorees, marshals, dignitaries, and dance groups. In addition to the parade, we provide a free of charge festival with live music featuring well known Latino Headliners, local cover bands, rides, games, food trucks and youth activities attracting 10,000 plus attendees.
Bring the whole family! Food will be available for purchase from participating food vendors, so load up on delicious festival favorites. Come out and enjoy the celebration of Puerto Rican heritage and culture all afternoon!
Dates & Times
Dates
July 13 - 14, 2024
Times
2:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Featured Activities
This year we are adding a few extra family fun layers to the festival and the itinerary at the Waterfront, including:
- July 13th- Dance Expo, 2:00 p.m.
- July 13th- Dance Lessons & Dance the Night Away, 7:00 p.m.
- July 13th- Puerto Rican Flag Raising, 5:00 p.m.
- July 13th & 14th- Carnival Games and Rides, 2:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
- July 14th- Parade Route begins at intersection of Elizabeth Ave. & High St. and ends at the Waterfront, 1:00 p.m.
Live Music & Special Guest
Join us in celebrating the heartbeat of Puerto Rican culture as we proudly announce our headliner for this year's Puerto Rican Day Festival: the incomparable Judy Torres! Renowned as the 'Queen of Freestyle' and a proud representative of our heritage, Judy's electrifying performances and unwavering passion for Puerto Rico are sure to light up the stage and ignite the spirit of our festivities. Get ready for an unforgettable night of music, rhythm, and pride with Judy Torres leading the way!
About the Puerto Rican Alliance
The Puerto Rican Alliance of Elizabeth, New Jersey organizes the Puerto Rican Parade and Festival with support from the City of Elizabeth and business sponsors. The alliance seeks to bring the Puerto Rican and Hispanic communities together to share and preserve cultural traditions and heritage. Additional goals include promoting educational programs and scholarships. Learn more about the Puerto Rican Alliance of Elizabeth.
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