Columbus Day Parade returns to NYC 2024

NEW YORK CITY (Oct 14 ,2024) — The 80th Annual Columbus Day Parade returned to Fifth Avenue in New York City on Monday.

Columbus Day Parade returns to NYC, 2024.| Foto credit: Ita/BalkanPress
Columbus Day Parade returns to NYC, 2024.| Foto credit: Ita/BalkanPress

The October annual Columbus Day Parade is a vibrant tribute to Italian American culture and heritage, joyously celebrated on the streets of New York. Tricolor flags waved as marching bands and floats traversed the festive atmosphere.

Traditional dances, authentic food, and folkloric performances captivate the attention of enthusiastic spectators along the route. Cultural celebrations, commemorative speeches, and artistic displays highlighted the legacy and contributions of Italians to America.

Columbus Day Parade returns to NYC, 2024.| Foto credit: Ita/BalkanPress
Dom Scala and Joelle Garguilo at Columbus Day Parade in NYC, Oct 14, 2024.| foto credit: Ita/BalkanPress

Thousands of people waved with talian flags from 44th to 72nd streets while generations of families took part in the vibrant exhibit of Italian culture.

Mayor Eric Adams was all smiles as he stepped in the parade, snapping photos with Cardinal Dolan. And Attorney General Letitia James and Gov. Kathy Hochul also joined the festivities.

Mario Bosco
Mario Bosco film producer , Joe Pepe and rest of Hollywood are supporting the Columbus Day Parade in NYC 2024.| foto credit: BalkanPress

Marchers made their way up Fifth Avenue in Manhattan with pride.
Capt. Scott Deo took part in the 80th annual parade with his family and fellow New York City firefighters.

Italian lady
Columbus Day Parade in NYC, Oct 14, 2024.| foto credit: Ita/BalkanPress

The parade draws thousands of people each year, and for some, it’s tradition and for others, it’s the start of something new.

Joe Piscopo co-Host and Actor/Singer he was at Columbus Day Parade in NYC performing Sinatra New York song. | Foto credit: BalkanPress

Another honoree was Vivian Cardia, a philanthropist and former president of Vivicar LLC.

Miss Italian lady
Miss Italian beautiful lady Celini Lodge at Columbus Day Parade in NYC 2024.| foto credit BalkanPress
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