{"id":15201,"date":"2022-02-23T15:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-02-23T20:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.renthop.com\/content-manager\/?p=15201"},"modified":"2022-02-23T15:01:31","modified_gmt":"2022-02-23T20:01:31","slug":"9-unheard-of-nyc-parades","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.renthop.com\/blog\/9-unheard-of-nyc-parades\/","title":{"rendered":"9 Unheard of NYC Parades"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n

There\u2019s always so much going on in New York City<\/a> that it\u2019s hard to choose just one activity. Thankfully, parades are a great option for those who want to experience a lot at once. NYC has a lot of parades that are usually hosted annually. There are parades that cater to everyone, and parades that are more categorized. You\u2019ve most likely heard of some famous ones like the Macy\u2019s Thanksgiving Day Parade, the Village Halloween Parade, St. Patrick\u2019s Day Parade, Pride Parade, and more. This is our list of upcoming parades that are less popular, but just as exciting to attend.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

1. Chinese New Year Parade<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Sunday, February 20, 2022<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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PC: Curbed NY<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

This parade takes place in Manhattan\u2019s<\/a> Chinatown<\/a> annually. Chinese New Year is determined by the Lunar calendar so the date varies each year. The holiday lands on Feb. 1 this year and lasts two weeks. The parade will usually go down Mott and Canal St and end at Sara. D Roosevelt Park. There will be other activities besides the parade, like street vendors so get ready to spend some money on some delicious treats and local delicacies.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Flushing<\/a>, home to NYC\u2019s first and largest Chinatown, also has a separate Chinese New Year parade and celebration.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

2. Easter Parade and Bonnet Festival<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Sunday, April 17, 2022<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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PC: iStock, New York, New York, USA- March 27, 2016: Group of participants dressed in costumes, stop to pose for spectators during the Easter Bonnet Parade in New York City.<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

This colorful festival and parade can be seen from miles away (figuratively). People can be seen parading around wearing loud and outrageous bonnets. Large Easter eggs are also planted around the city during this time of the year. Some participants in the festival attend Sunday mass before parading their hats around. Join for an afternoon of fun and excitement!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

3. Dance Parade<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Saturday, May 21, 2022<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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PC: Dance Parade<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

This is the 15th year this parade has been held and will feature over 10,000 dancers. Everyone has something different and eye-catching to perform, so the parade showcases a variety of different dance styles. This particular parade will stop for a moment at \u201cGrandstand\u201d which is 4th Ave and 8th St, where dancers have 40 seconds to perform their piece or style.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

4. Coney Island Mermaid Parade<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Saturday, June 18th, 2022<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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PC: Coney Island USA<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Coney Island<\/a> is a city full of strange attractions, and the Mermaid Parade is one that is not to be missed! This parade acts as a tribute to Coney Island\u2019s seaside escape and has been a celebration since 1983. People dress up in their own versions of mermaids, but there are also costumes like various sea creatures, pirates, and sailors. This parade has often been visited by celebrities too.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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