Photo by Miriam Quiñones
The 39th edition of the Bronx Puerto Rican Day Parade was proudly celebrated on Saturday, May 10, and not even the rain could dampen the spirits of the parade marchers and spectators from sharing in the joyous occasion.
Photo by Miriam Quiñones
Kicking off at 11 a.m. at East 165th Street and Grand Concourse, the cherished annual event was led by the parade committee’s president, Maribel Mercado and the board committee members, bringing together the Puerto Rican community and friends to showcase the island’s vibrant culture, heritage, and accomplishments.
Photo by Miriam Quiñones
This year’s theme was “Unidos, Somos Más Fuertes,” which translates to “United, We Are Stronger.”
Photo by Miriam Quiñones
The parade also featured the joyful winners of the Annual Puerto Rican Day Parade Pageant, who proudly displayed their crowns and smiles, and it also included various organizations, businesses, and individuals who had traveled from as far away as New Jersey and Connecticut.
Photo by Miriam Quiñones
Various parade participants dressed as action heroes entertained the crowds along the route.
Photo by Miriam Quiñones
Among the winners of the various pageants and honorees this year were 1st Prince (caballero division) Marlon Derek (from Naguabo, PR), (youth / juventil division) Angel Guzman, and the Cultural King / Rey Cultural (caballero division) Rubén Santana (from Comerío, PR) who waved to the crowds along the route.
Photo by Miriam Quiñones
Also waving to the crowds on one of the floats were Infanti 2nd Princess Melania Perez (from Las Piedras, PR), 1st Princess Emmaleah Heredia (from Utuado, PR), and The Queen / Reina Liana Ann Plasencia (from Humacao, PR).
Photo by Miriam Quiñones
Mercado is seen in the above photo along with a friend at the parade.
Photo by Miriam Quiñones
Photo by Miriam Quiñones
The “Coqui” was also seen marching in the parade bringing much joy to the many kids in attendance.
Photo by Miriam Quiñones
City Councilman Rafael Salamanca Jr. (C.D. 17), who later lost his bid for the Bronx borough presidency in the June primary, was also in attendance on the day.
Photo by Miriam Quiñones
Huge crowds were seen waving flags, donning rain jackets and some under umbrellas, determined to enjoy the day despite the weather.
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