NewsSouth Florida Caribbean NewsAugust 10, 2026Miami-Dade
Jamaica Rising Day Parade holds inaugural event in Brooklyn
The first annual Jamaica Rising Day Parade took place in Brooklyn, New York, featuring Grand Marshal Nadine Sutherland. Organizers intend to establish the parade as a recurring yearly tradition.
Read the full story at South Florida Caribbean NewsWhy It Matters
The event marks the debut of a new cultural celebration in Brooklyn intended to become an annual fixture for the local community.
Key Facts
- The Jamaica Rising Day Parade held its inaugural event in Brooklyn, New York.
- Nadine Sutherland served as the Grand Marshal for the debut parade.
- Organizers stated an intention to make the parade an annual tradition.
Who's Mentioned
personMonique Chandler-Waterman“Assemblywoman and Honorary Grand Marshal”personAriel Bowen“Ambassador Designate to Japan and Honorary Grand Marshal”personJumaane D. Williams“NYC Public Advocate and Honorary Grand Marshal”personDr. Lawman Lynch“Co-founder and parade director”organizationNew York City Police Department“Provided support for the event”personKamar Samuel“NYC Schools Chancellor and Honorary Grand Marshal”personNadine Sutherland“Grand Marshal of the parade”organizationSouth Florida Caribbean News“Publisher of the article”organizationVictoria Mutual Bank New York“Parade sponsor”locationBrooklyn“Location of the parade”personDr. Bill Tinglin“Co-founder and chairman”