U.T.B. United Third Bridge Inc. Educational and Cultural Fund, “Self Esteem Through Education” Proudly Presents: Palm Bay Florida’s 27th Annual Puerto Rican Day Parade and Festival beginning at 10AM on Sunday, October 6, 2024, at Fred Poppe Regional Park Palm Bay, Florida, Brevard County
This year’s parade theme is: Empowering Women
Elevating women’s achievements and participation throughout our society by valuing their contributions to the community, culture, education, arts, family and the economy. Building a culture of belonging through diversity, equality and inclusion for all women.
This is a FREE event for the community and the oldest Puerto Rican Day Parade in the State of Florida that typically attracts thousands of people.
The City of Palm Bay has named the main entrance to City Hall, ” Samuel C. Lopez Way” in memory of our founder, Samuel C. Lopez who established the first annual Puerto Rican Day Parade in Brevard County in November 1997, the first annual Brevard County Family Salsa Festival and the first Hispanic Chamber of Commerce in the Space Coast in May 2002, Florida’s Puerto Rican/Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Inc. which continues to operate in Melbourne, Florida, Brevard County. Sadly, Samuel C. Lopez passed away unexpectedly January 11,2021. UTB’s board continues to stay committed to carry on his legacy and vision for the Hispanic and minority community in Brevard County and since his passing we dedicate our Annual Puerto Rican Day Parade to him.
The Puerto Rican Day Parade begins promptly at 10am on SundayOctober 6, 2024 at Fred Poppe Regional Park 1951 Malabar Rd. NW Palm Bay, Florida 32907. The parade will encompass the park, setting the stage for our Festival immediately following.
The Puerto Rican Day Parade Festival immediately follows the parade featuring live performances, entertainers, artists, vendors, food trucks offering mouthwatering ethnic foods and unique merchandise, an automobile and antique car show that will leave you in awe, a health and wellness self-care area, local businesses and informational non-profit organizations along with political candidates representing local, state, and national levels, all coming together to showcase their efforts and engage with our community in a fun-filled family atmosphere creating an unforgettable experience.
This year’s, events will continue to help support our mission and endow LOCAL Hispanic students annually with scholarships for continued education and will continue to promote Hispanic culture throughout the year in our community.
We are currently seeking community volunteers, partners, and sponsors for these events and appreciate all tax-deductible donations.
If you are interested in reserving a spot to set up a vendor booth or becoming a parade participant, and/or having a float in the parade please contact Edwin Santos, Evelyn Thomson or Samantha Lopez-Bickman at (863) 381-4858 or email us at: utbinc77@gmail.com. If you would like to purchase banquet tickets or would like to sponsor a table for your company online, please feel free to click on the above donate button or contact us directly.
Thank you for all your help and support and look forward to celebrating our 27 years of cultural heritage and festivities with our community!
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