Sunday, May 23rd
RAJE is lining up on: SECTION 2E: 52nd Street, Between 5th Avenue and Madison Avenue
Assembly Time: 11:45pm
Preliminary meeting on: May 16, 3:30PM at The RAJE Center
Must register by May 2nd to order a RAJE t-shirt in time!
The Salute To Israel Parade, is the single largest gathering in the world in support of Israel!
Every major Jewish group in America is represented.
Marching with RAJE is a chance to express our pride in both the state of Israel and in our RAJE, Russian American Jewish community!
The Israel Day Parade:
The Story of the Parade
From its beginning in 1964, the Salute To Israel Parade has been a public affirmation of solidarity with and support of Israel, as well as an expression of unity within the American Jewish community, transcending religious and political affiliations. The Parade features up to 100,000 costumed marchers representing public and private schools, groups from Jewish organizations and community centers, high school marching bands and professionally designed floats sponsored by private companies and Jewish organizations. Drawing over one million spectators, this highly visible event attracts press and media coverage.
Guests
Celebrities, artists, diplomats, public officials, world-wide delegations, community leaders, and special guests from Israel and other countries, march at the head of the Parade to the reviewing stand, where they participate in featured ceremonies and view the pageantry.
Special Attractions
The Parade festivities include prize-winning presentations, costumes, music, art props, balloons, clowns, ethnic folk dancers, marching bands, professionally designed floats, and special entertainers.
Parade Route
The Parade route begins at 57th Street and Fifth Avenue and continues north on Fifth Avenue to 79th Street.
Time Span of the Parade
The Parade takes place each year, from 11 AM to 4:30 PM Rain or Shine.
For more info please contact: info@rajeusa.com |
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