New York Philippine Independence Day Parade 2014

The annual Philippine Independence Day Parade was held earlier today on Madison Avenue to commemorate the 116th anniversary of Philippine Independence. The celebration was organized by the Philippine Independence Day Council Inc. (PIDCI). This year's theme is "Triumphs of the Filipinos: Pride of the Philippines".

A Celebration of Mexican Independence

Last September 15 was a day of revelry for Mexicans in the city, proud of celebrating their independence. More than 200,000 people gathered on Madison Avenue to watch participants in their colorful, traditional costumes from 38th to 27th street for the annual parade.

Parade on Madison Avenue Celebrating 115th Anniversary of Philippine Independence

Yesterday, Filipinos, Filipino-Americans and their friends celebrated the 115th anniversary of the declaration of Philippine independence through a parade on Madison Avenue. Celebrated annually on the first Sunday of June, the festivities featured contingents of marchers, street dancers, marching bands interspersed by colorful floats, politicians and celebrities and performers brought by the three major Philippine TV networks including Aga Muhlach, Sharon Cuneta, Derek Ramsey, Gary Valenciano, Bong Revilla, Marian Rivera and Rafael Rosell. In the state of New York, there are about 200,000 Filipinos, mostly within the New York City area.