More than 50 marching bands, schools, and community groups made their way up Morris Park Avenue on Sunday, October 19 as part of the 38th annual Bronx Columbus Day Parade.

Cheerleaders from Cardinal Spellman High School bring some pep to the parade.
Photo by Walter Pofeldt
Kids and adults alike lined the avenue, from White Plains Road up to Williamsbridge Road, taking in the spectacle.

Miss Columbus 2014, Gianna Bianco, waves to parade-goers.
Photo by Walter Pofeldt

Multiple marching bands made for a lively atmosphere along the parade route.
Photo by Walter Pofeldt

(l-r) Molly McCrossan, Odette Berisha, Katherine McCrossan, and Maren McCrossan take in the spectacle.
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Performers on stilts delight the crowd.
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Several Miss Columbus from years past ride the Morris Park Community Association’s float.
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The grand marshal, actor Victor Pastore, engages the crowd.
Photo by Walter Pofeldt