Tens of thousands of Israel supporters gathered in Manhattan on Sunday (June 2) for the 55th annual Celebrate Israel Parade - the largest celebration of Israel in the world.
Around 40,000 participants took part in this year’s event, from organizations including Birthright Israel, UJA-Federation of New York, El Al, Maimonides Medial Center and many Jewish youth movements and schools.
Thirty of the participating organizations designed a float with colorful banners and costumes. Six volunteers were appointed Grand Marshals of the parade.
A group of about two dozen protesters met the parade on East 59th Street and 5th avenue to protest the celebration of Israel. Later joined by protesters with Palestinian flags.
