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Bronx, New York: Central Americans are preparing to celebrate Central American Independence at the 2026 Central American Independence Parade and Cultural Festival in the Bronx on SUNDAY, September 13th 2026 from 11am to 6pm.
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Filled with poignant examples of Central American Culture (Clothing, Food, Dance, Music, Etc) and Heritage, this FREE Civic and Cultural Event will provide plenty of experiences and hopefully happy memories for the entire family.
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The 2026 Central American Independence Parade will start at The Happy Land Fire Memorial on East Tremont and Southern Boulevard.
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The 2026 Central American Independence Parade starts at 12 Noon. Parade Watchers are encouraged to come early to secure a good spot to watch the Parade along the Parade Route.
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After the Parade, Starting with the singing of The National Anthems of Honduras, Guatemala, Nicaragua, El Salvador and Costa Rica, as well as speeches by Elected Officials and other Notable Figures, The 2026 Central American Independence Cultural Festival will begin.
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The 2026 Central American Independence Cultural Festival takes place in Crotona Park in the Bronx. You can take the #2 Train to the 174th Street Subway Station.
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At the 2026 Central American Independence Cultural Festival at Bronx’s Crotona Park, people will see all sorts of Vendors selling clothing, books, jewelry, food, etc.
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Also, throughout the Day, various Dance Companies, Musicians and Performers perform for the people on the grand stage of the 2026 Central American Independence Cultural Festival.
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The Flyers below will give you pertinent information.
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The Flyer in English.
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The Flyer in Spanish.
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