Participants celebrate Holi at The Seaport in New York City, throwing colorful powder during the Festival of Colors on March 7, 2026 at Pier 17.

A Burst of Joy: Holi at Pier 17 Brings Color and Connection to NYC

As the morning mist lingered over Pier 17, the crowd slowly gathered, colorful powders still tucked away. But once the music kicked in, something magical happened. The first bursts of bright pinks and yellows filled the air, and suddenly, smiles spread like wildfire. Children, parents, and friends alike all joined in, faces streaked with color,…

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A composite feature image from the 2026 Lunar New Year Parade in Chinatown NYC showing a colorful dragon head, a packed parade route on Mott Street, and community leaders marching with red banners.

The Year of the Horse Charges Through Chinatown

2026 Lunar New Year Parade – March 1, 2026 | Chinatown, NYC Chinatown was packed shoulder-to-shoulder on March 1, 2026, as thousands lined the narrow streets for the annual Lunar New Year Parade. Lanterns hung overhead. Confetti coated the pavement. The sound of drums, cymbals, and firecrackers echoed off brick buildings and fire escapes. The…

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Little Bangladesh

On August 5th, 2024, Little Bangladesh in Brooklyn, New York, was abuzz with celebration as crowds rejoiced over the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. This followed intense calls for her departure after deadly protests over job quotas in July. The community expressed their elation with chants, speeches, and fireworks, marking a pivotal political moment…

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