The Story of the Parade
Salute to Israel Parade 2010 In 2010, the Parade will feature tens of thousands of costumed marchers representing public and private schools as well as Jewish and non-Jewish corporations, organizations and institutions. An expected one million enthusiastic spectators will gather to watch American and Israeli community leaders and dignitaries, celebrities, floats and marching bands proceed up Fifth Avenue in Manhattan. This exciting event attracts world-wide press and media coverage. The 2010 Salute to Israel Parade will feature many exciting attractions, including:
The Creative Theme The Parade is a year-long educational effort geared towards its participating marching groups. Each year, a Creative Theme is selected, developed into a series of Israel-related topics, and introduced to participants through the guidance of the Parade's educational staff. This year, the Parade will celebrate the many and varied aspects of Israel's Ongoing Heritage through the creative theme: Lights… Camera… Action… ISRAEL! With the guidance of the Parade staff, each participating marching group selects a sub-theme and develops it into a creative presentation to bring to Fifth Avenue on Parade Day. With colorful banners, costumes and props, marchers come together on Parade Day in a spectacular show of unity and pageantry.
Parade Route and Time Span The Parade will take place on Sunday, May 23rd from 11 AM to 4 PM - Rain or Shine. The Parade route begins at 57th Street and Fifth Avenue and continues north on Fifth Avenue to 74th Street. |
