The Bronx’s Dominican pride was on full display at the always colorful Bronx Dominican Day Parade. Local elected officials and the community commemorated the Caribbean nation’s rich heritage and culture at the 27th annual Bronx Dominican Day Parade on Sunday, July 24 on the Grand Concourse. Families and friends waved Dominican flags, sang and danced while enjoying the celebration’s trademark parade march down the Concourse.
Many vendors were selling Dominican paraphernalia along the parade route.
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New York Senate hopeful Robert Jackson (front, c) came out to celebrate Dominican culture.
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Councilwoman Vanessa Gibson (front, c) joined many in celebrating Dominican heritage.
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Young dancers entertained the crowd with an impressive performance.
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The Bronx’s Dominican pride was on full display in the Grand Concourse.
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A member of the Bronx Wrestling Federation stepped out of the wrestling ring to march in the parade.
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Senator Gustavo Rivera with constituent, Annette Watkins, during the cultural celebration.
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The Coca Cola Delegation gave a ‘refreshing’ procession down the Concourse.
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A young lady gave out free ‘Papi’ hats for the parade’s many guests to stay cool and stylish in the summer heat.
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Bronx Dominicans from different walks waved to eager spectators as they passed by the crowds.
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Republican Dominicans participated in the annual parade.
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The World Academy Firefighter, Inc. marched down the Concourse to the sound of cheering crowds and lively music.
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