What we know:
This year’s parade will commemorate Israel’s 78th anniversary with the theme “Proud Americans, Proud Zionists.”
FOX 5 will be streaming the parade live on FOX LOCAL from noon to 3 p.m. Sunday. Here’s how to download FOX LOCAL on your devices.
Local perspective:
These items are not permitted in the spectator areas:
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani will not be in attendance for the Israel Day Parade this weekend, becoming the first NYC mayor to skip the parade since its inception in 1964.
“I look forward to joining and hosting many community events celebrating Jewish life in New York and the rich Jewish history and culture of our city,” Mamdani said. “While I will not be attending the Israel Day Parade, my lack of attendance should not be mistaken for a refusal to provide security or the necessary permits for its safety. I’ve been very clear: I believe in equal rights for all people everywhere. That principle guides me consistently.”
The backstory:
The Source: Information from this story was provided by the Israel Day Parade, NYC DOT and FOX News.
