The Salute To Israel Parade, the single largest gathering in the world in support of Israel, will celebrate the 59th Anniversary of the State of Israel on May 6, 2007 on Fifth Avenue in New York City.
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 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
The Creative Educational Theme
The Parade is a yearlong educational project for its participating groups of marchers. Each year, a specific theme is selected and developed into a series of Israel-related topics. With the guidance of the educational Parade staff, each participating community selects one of these subjects, developing it into a creative presentation to bring to Fifth Avenue. With colorful banners, costumes, and props, 100,000 marchers from schools, synagogues, community centers, federations, civic groups, youth and adult organizations, come together on Parade day in a spectacular showing of unity and pageantry
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 11:00 AM to 4:30 PM Rain or Shine.