Thousands of revelers came out for the 55th African American Day Parade (AADP) in Harlem on Sunday.
Starting from 111th Street and ending at 137th Street up Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Boulevard, marching bands, community-based organizations, performance groups, floats, civil servants, fraternities and sororities, celebrities, public leaders and more were showcased.
This year’s parade was live-streamed by WABC 7.
The theme for the parade was “Good Leaders = Good Government…VOTE!” Parade officials invited those in the political and government sectors who have made key contributions to the African American community as grand marshals, marshals, and honorary guests.
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On Saturday, the day before the parade, AADP hosted the 2nd Annual “Get Involved” Community Literacy, Health & Culture” celebration at the Plaza of the State Office Building on 125th Street and Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Boulevard. AADP provided, books, community resources and live performances.
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The African American Day Parade Breakfast Committee (AADPBC) kicked off parade day with its annual breakfast. This year highlighted the 22nd year of the event celebrating the accomplishments of community leaders, organizations, and individuals who have played a major role in building and supporting Harlem and its residents.
This year’s honorees were Assemblywoman Inez Dickens, Dr. Hazel N. Dukes of the National NAACP Board of Directors, President and CEO of the Apollo Theater, Michelle Ebanks, Anthony Harmon of the United Federation of Teachers, Dr. Traci Fubert Gardner, David Johnson, Senior Advisor to NYC Mayor Eric Adams, Errol T. Louis of NY1 News and Marc H. Morial, President of the National Urban League.
The AADPBC also presented scholarships to nine local college students.