The West Indian American Day Parade in New York City, now in its 57th year, is one of the largest celebrations of Caribbean culture, showcasing vibrant costumes and music.
The parade transforms Eastern Parkway into a vibrant display of culture, with participants adorned in feather-covered costumes, and celebrates the rich heritage of the Caribbean community in Brooklyn.
Originating from pre-Lent Carnival celebrations started by a Trinidadian immigrant, the event highlights the history of Caribbean festivities and its evolution to Brooklyn in the 1960s.
As the culmination of days of carnival events, the Labor Day parade features a street party known as J'Ouvert, celebrating freedom from slavery, enhancing its cultural significance.
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