Japan Parade & Street Fair 2026

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Bring the whole family to the Japan Parade & Street Fair on Central Park West.

(Note: Event Info & Times section still references 2025 and may need updating once official 2026 info becomes available. Please subscribe to our email newsletter to be notified when details are released.)

Each year, a celebration of Japanese heritage, art, tradition and food takes place right outside of Central Park at the Japan Parade & Street Fair. This rich cultural event connects New Yorkers and NYC visitors with the local Japanese community.

Japan Parade

The Japan Parade heads south along Central Park West from 81st Street to 67th Street, showcasing traditional and contemporary Japanese culture through dance, music, martial arts, and colorful costumes.

Japan Street Fair

There will also be a Japan Street Fair on 72nd Street between Central Park West and Columbus Ave. Here you can indulge in delicious traditional Japanese foods, browse art, learn about history, shop for treasures, and participate in cultural activities like calligraphy, origami, and other family-friendly entertainment.

Event Info & Times

• Opening Ceremony: 12:30 PM at the Grandstand Area (Central Park West btw 70th & 71st Street).
• Parade: 1:00 PM at 81st Street, traveling south down Central Park West to 67th Street.
• Street Fair: 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM on 72nd Street btw Central Park West & Columbus Avenue.
• Grand Marshal: Chef Masaharu Morimoto
• Community Leader: Koji Sato

This is a FREE event.