FSH Walks In The 2026 African American Day Parade

FSH Walks In The African America Day Parade

Come join us for an exciting event as FSH walks in the African American Day Parade! It's going to be a fantastic celebration of African American culture and heritage. The parade will take place on Sunday September 20th, 2026 at 12:00 Noon (Eastern Daylight Time) on West 125th Street in New York, NY.

Get ready to experience a vibrant display of music, dance, and colorful floats. This is an in-person event, so you can immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere and connect with the community. Bring your family and friends along to enjoy a memorable evening filled with joy and unity.

As we march through the streets, let's celebrate the achievements and contributions of African Americans while embracing diversity and inclusion. Join us in honoring our shared history and the ongoing fight for equality.

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to be part of the African America Day Parade. Mark your calendars and get ready to have a blast!

Location: West 125th Street, New York, NY 10027

Wear FSH gear (T-shirt) or FSH colors.

B lue, Black, Purple

DATE

Sunday, September 20th, 2026, in Harlem, NY

POINT PERSONS

• Raquea Hemingway, Director of Off-Ice of Family Engagement, (646) 730-7223
• Program Cell phone: (929) 633-8729
• Jazz Reed-Cordero, Director of Development & Communications,

TIME

• 11:30 am - All families will meet up at Dunkin Donuts. West 110th Street Lenox Avenue (Across from Central Park) If you attend after 11:30am. Please call the number above. You will be informed of our exact location.

• Pre-Parade Show 11:00am-1:00 pm (Reviewing Stand 125th &Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd

• Lineup before 12:00 PM

• Parade begins at 1:00 PM

LINEUP BLOCK

• W. 112th WEST SIDE Between Frederick Douglas Blvd & Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. Blvd

• Enter lineup block from Frederick Douglas on the corner of 113th and Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd

PARADE ROUTE

• Starts at W. 111th Street & Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. Blvd and proceeds north to W. 136th Street.

• Participants make a right on W. 136th Street ending on Malcolm X. Blvd.

• Mobile restrooms are located on Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd at 111th, 126th & 136th Street.

SOCIAL MEDIA

We also have special hashtags we encourage you to use.

• #Powerthroughunity

• #CelebratingAfricanAmericanCulture

WHAT TO BRING

• Water & light snacks

•Arrive camera-ready, smile big, and be proud! Local media broadcasting & live stream taking place Be sure to bring your patience & enthusiasm as we celebrate our African American culture, heritage & legacy as a community for over 50 years!

ATTIRE

• Any FSH logo T-shirt/ Bottom of your choice

• If you don’t have an FSH shirts colors: You can wear a Black, Purple, Orange, Blue colored shirt.

PARADE ATTENDEES

• FSH staff, students, parents, alumnae, and affiliates

• Accompanied by Harlem council’s members.

Parade Activation

• Synchro Demonstration

• Promotion & Marketing

• Cheers & Chants

• Walking

Info: DATE Sunday, September 17, 2023, in Harlem, NY POINT PERSONS • Raquea Hemingway -Dir of Family Engagement. (646) 730-7223 Program Cell phone: (929) 633-8729 • Laura H - Skating Director, Ila E. (Synchro) - Assistant Director of Skating PARENT LEADERS • Mr. McKenzie • Ms. Joseph TIME • 11:30 am - All families will meet up at Dunkin Donuts. West 110th Street Lenox Avenue (Across from Central Park) If you attend after 11:30am. Please call the number above. You will be informed of our exact location. • Pre-Parade Show 11:00am-1:00 pm (Reviewing Stand 125th &Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd • Lineup before 12:00 PM • Parade begins at 1:00 PM LINEUP BLOCK • W. 112th WEST SIDE Between Frederick Douglas Blvd & Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. Blvd • Enter lineup block from Frederick Douglas on the corner of 113th and Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd PARADE ROUTE • Starts at W. 111th Street & Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. Blvd and proceeds north to W. 136th Street. • Participants make a right on W. 136th Street

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