The Mexican Independence Parade of New York marked its 31st edition this year with a weekend of festivities that brought together music, tradition, and thousands of attendees from across the Tri-state area.
The celebrations began on September 19, 2025, with the traditional banquet at the Astoria World Manor, where community leaders, elected officials, and cultural groups gathered to honor the Mexican community. Guests enjoyed mariachi music and dance performances that set the stage for the parade.
On September 21, Madison Avenue was transformed into a sea of green, white, and red as floats, folkloric dance troupes, civic organizations, and marching bands paraded from 40th Street. Families and youth cheered from the sidelines, waving Mexican flags and celebrating with pride.
Thousands of attendees enjoyed musical and dance performances, highlighting the growing scale and popularity of the event.
This year’s leading parade group included artists, the Consulate General of Mexico, representatives from the Government of Puebla, New York City officials such as the Immigration Commissioner, and members of the Police Association Club of Mexican Americans. Community groups and civic leaders marched side by side, underscoring the importance of cultural unity.
The parade showcased a variety of floats featuring traditional symbols, including Mexican and American flags. Folkloric ballet groups such as Sangre Mexicana and mariachi ensembles like Grandeza Mexicana and the Academy of Mariachi Nuevo Amanecer brought vibrant performances to the avenue, drawing loud applause from the crowd.
Mexican Community in New York
According to the UCLA Latino Policy and Politics Institute, people of Mexican origin make up 13% of the Latino population in New York, ranking as the third largest Latino group in the state. With a median age of 32, statistics indicate that 19% of this community has completed college, with women attaining higher levels of education than men. Workforce participation reaches 73% among men, with a median salary of $68,000.
Beyond the music and dancing, the parade reinforced cultural pride and community ties, serving as a platform to celebrate the contributions of the Mexican community to New York’s rich multicultural identity.
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