Lehigh Valley Puerto Rican Day Parade and Festival

Name: Lehigh Valley Puerto Rican Day Parade and Festival
Start: 2026-07-19
End: 2026-07-19
Location: Allentown

The Lehigh Valley Puerto Rican Day Parade and Festival is an annual community event in Allentown, Pennsylvania, celebrating Puerto Rican culture. Sponsored by Puertorrican Cultural Preservation, the day includes a flag-raising ceremony at City Hall, a parade through the city, and a festival at the Allentown Fairgrounds.

Date: Jul 19, 2026
Location: Allentown

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Lehigh Valley Puerto Rican Day Parade and Festival

Event summary

Highlights

Puerto Rican flag-raising ceremony at Allentown City Hall
Cultural parade through the streets of Allentown
Festival gathering at the Allentown Fairgrounds
Organized by Puertorrican Cultural Preservation

The Lehigh Valley Puerto Rican Day Parade and Festival is a prominent annual event in Allentown, Pennsylvania, dedicated to celebrating Puerto Rican culture and heritage. Organized by the Puertorrican Cultural Preservation, the 2026 celebration is scheduled for Sunday, July 19. It serves as a major gathering point for the local community and visitors to honor Puerto Rican identity.

The day's activities typically begin with a ceremonial raising of the Puerto Rican flag at Allentown City Hall. This is followed by a vibrant parade through the city streets, which features local community organizations, music, and decorative floats, such as those from the Casa Guadalupe Center.

Following the parade, the festivities move to the Allentown Fairgrounds for a large-scale festival. This portion of the event provides a space for community members to gather and enjoy cultural expressions and music, rounding out a full day of public celebration in the Lehigh Valley region.

Practical details

Location described by the source: Allentown Fairgrounds; www.mcall.com
Area for browsing nearby events: Allentown

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