Erin Wilson+FollowBrooklyn’s West Indian Day Parade lights up Labor DayBrooklyn’s Eastern Parkway turns into a sea of color and music every Labor Day as the West Indian Day Parade takes over the streets. This isn’t just any parade—it’s the biggest Caribbean celebration in North America, bringing together communities from all over the city. The energy is contagious, with dancers in dazzling costumes and the sounds of steel drums filling the air. It’s wild to think this tradition almost disappeared after a riot in the ‘60s, but thanks to community leaders, it’s now a highlight of New York’s summer. Who’s been, and what’s your favorite parade memory? #Culture #Brooklyn #WestIndianDayParade00Share
michaelabrewer+FollowBrooklyn’s West Indian Day Parade: What to expectBrooklyn’s biggest Caribbean celebration is back this Labor Day, bringing vibrant music, dazzling costumes, and delicious food to the streets! The West Indian Day Parade draws over a million people along Eastern Parkway, but heads up—major street closures and the city’s largest police presence of the year are expected. From J’Ouvert’s sunrise festivities to the steelpan bands and Soca stars, it’s a weekend packed with culture and community pride. How do you feel about the heightened security and the impact on daily life? Are you planning to join the festivities or avoid the crowds? #News #Brooklyn #WestIndianDayParade00Share
