Nigeria Independence Day Parade Marks 66th Anniversary in Manhattan
E 38th St & Madison Ave, Murray Hill, Manhattan
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Summary
- Thousands are gathering today for the annual Nigeria Independence Day Parade and Festival, marking the 66th anniversary of Nigeria's independence.
- The parade formed on 38th Street between 5th and Park Avenues before heading down Madison Avenue to 27th Street, with street closures implemented at the discretion of the NYPD.
- The celebration brings together the Nigerian community and the broader African diaspora, showcasing the country's heritage through music, fashion, and traditional food.
- A festival will take place on Madison Avenue between 24th and 26th Streets, featuring live performances, cultural showcases, authentic food, and vendors. Afrobeats stars Runtown, BNXN, and Patoranking are expected to headline this year's celebration.
- Drivers should expect closures throughout the area, including 27th Street and 25th Street for dispersal, and 39th Street between Madison and 5th avenues.
- Heading to the parade? Go LIVE to share the festivities!
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A festival on Madison Avenue between 24th and 26th Streets features live performances, cultural showcases, authentic food, and vendors.
Afrobeats stars Runtown, BNXN, and Patoranking are expected to headline this year's celebration, which showcases Nigerian heritage through music, fashion, and food.
The parade forms on 38th Street between 5th Avenue and Park Avenue, then travels down Madison Avenue to 27th Street.
The address reported for this incident has changed to E 38th St & Madison Ave.
The Nigeria Independence Day Parade and Festival is underway today, marking the 66th anniversary of Nigeria's independence, with street closures in effect at the discretion of the NYPD.
A Citizen user shows video of a community event in the area.
Incident reported at 315 E 54th St.
Headed to the parade or festival? Go LIVE to share the good vibes and festivities with the Citizen community.
A festival on Madison Avenue between 24th and 26th Streets features live performances, cultural showcases, authentic food, and vendors.
Afrobeats stars Runtown, BNXN, and Patoranking are expected to headline this year's celebration, which showcases Nigerian heritage through music, fashion, and food.
The parade forms on 38th Street between 5th Avenue and Park Avenue, then travels down Madison Avenue to 27th Street.
The address reported for this incident has changed to E 38th St & Madison Ave.
The Nigeria Independence Day Parade and Festival is underway today, marking the 66th anniversary of Nigeria's independence, with street closures in effect at the discretion of the NYPD.
A Citizen user shows video of a community event in the area.
Incident reported at 315 E 54th St.
Headed to the parade or festival? Go LIVE to share the good vibes and festivities with the Citizen community.
A festival on Madison Avenue between 24th and 26th Streets features live performances, cultural showcases, authentic food, and vendors.
Afrobeats stars Runtown, BNXN, and Patoranking are expected to headline this year's celebration, which showcases Nigerian heritage through music, fashion, and food.
The parade forms on 38th Street between 5th Avenue and Park Avenue, then travels down Madison Avenue to 27th Street.
The address reported for this incident has changed to E 38th St & Madison Ave.
The Nigeria Independence Day Parade and Festival is underway today, marking the 66th anniversary of Nigeria's independence, with street closures in effect at the discretion of the NYPD.
A Citizen user shows video of a community event in the area.
Incident reported at 315 E 54th St.
Headed to the parade or festival? Go LIVE to share the good vibes and festivities with the Citizen community.
A festival on Madison Avenue between 24th and 26th Streets features live performances, cultural showcases, authentic food, and vendors.
Afrobeats stars Runtown, BNXN, and Patoranking are expected to headline this year's celebration, which showcases Nigerian heritage through music, fashion, and food.
The parade forms on 38th Street between 5th Avenue and Park Avenue, then travels down Madison Avenue to 27th Street.
The address reported for this incident has changed to E 38th St & Madison Ave.
The Nigeria Independence Day Parade and Festival is underway today, marking the 66th anniversary of Nigeria's independence, with street closures in effect at the discretion of the NYPD.
A Citizen user shows video of a community event in the area.
Incident reported at 315 E 54th St.
Headed to the parade or festival? Go LIVE to share the good vibes and festivities with the Citizen community.
A festival on Madison Avenue between 24th and 26th Streets features live performances, cultural showcases, authentic food, and vendors.
Afrobeats stars Runtown, BNXN, and Patoranking are expected to headline this year's celebration, which showcases Nigerian heritage through music, fashion, and food.
The parade forms on 38th Street between 5th Avenue and Park Avenue, then travels down Madison Avenue to 27th Street.
The address reported for this incident has changed to E 38th St & Madison Ave.
The Nigeria Independence Day Parade and Festival is underway today, marking the 66th anniversary of Nigeria's independence, with street closures in effect at the discretion of the NYPD.
A Citizen user shows video of a community event in the area.
Incident reported at 315 E 54th St.
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Oh ….
I think it’s a Nigerian festival. Today might be their Independence Day
Why is this thing even here? This is a residential neighbourhood . And then a concert in the park? Not enough cops to cover it. 🤬
🥳
Oh ….
I think it’s a Nigerian festival. Today might be their Independence Day
Why is this thing even here? This is a residential neighbourhood . And then a concert in the park? Not enough cops to cover it. 🤬
🥳
Oh ….
I think it’s a Nigerian festival. Today might be their Independence Day
Why is this thing even here? This is a residential neighbourhood . And then a concert in the park? Not enough cops to cover it. 🤬
🥳
Oh ….
I think it’s a Nigerian festival. Today might be their Independence Day
Why is this thing even here? This is a residential neighbourhood . And then a concert in the park? Not enough cops to cover it. 🤬
🥳
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Oh ….
I think it’s a Nigerian festival. Today might be their Independence Day
Why is this thing even here? This is a residential neighbourhood . And then a concert in the park? Not enough cops to cover it. 🤬
🥳