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Festivals and Events
St. Patrick's Day Parade
People wear Irish green for this big day when marching bands, politicos, and lovely
lasses march down 5th Avenue to proclaim their love of the Emerald Isle. Millions
come to watch and the celebrations last way into the night.
• 5th Ave
• 11am Mar 17
• Check press for exact route
Easter Parade
Following a long-time tradition, 5th Avenue
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ladies sporting amazing hats, both traditional
and outrageous.
• 5th Ave
• 11am Easter Sunday
Easter Parade
9th Avenue Food Festival
New York's biggest food extravaganza began in 1974. Vendors come from all over and
thousands of people jam the streets to sample a United Nations of food from burritos
to samosas.
• 9th Ave, 37th to 57th Sts
• Mid-May
