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August, 2011
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Aug 5 - Aug 7
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» Nautica New York Triathlon
More than 3,000 participants will take on this Olympic challenge: a 1,500m swim across the Hudson, a 40k ride along Manhattan's West Side and a 10k run through Central Park. The Triathlon Expo is hosted on August 5-6.
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Aug 13 - Aug 18
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» New York International Gift Fair
This trade-only expo brings together all of the biggest names in home, lifestyle and gifts. This twice-annual trade show is hosted at the Javits Center in Manhattan.
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Aug 26 - Sep 5
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» World Police and Fire Games
New York City will host this momentous edition of the bi-annual World Police and Fire Games. In 2011, the games will be held in 10-year commemoration of the attacks on September 11, 2001. The WPFG is the second-largest multi-sport athletic competition in the world.
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Aug 28
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» Brighton Jubilee Festival
Head to the south Brooklyn neighborhood of Brighton Beach to attend this lively music festival. End-to-end with classic festival fun, the Brighton Jubilee features multiple entertainment stages, kid's activities, arts and crafts, and plenty of delicious food. |
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Aug 29 - Sep 11
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» US Open
The largest professional tennis match in the United States will be played at Arthur Ashe Stadium in Flushing Meadows in Queens. The US Open is the final major in the tennis Grand Slam, which also includes the Australian Open, French Open and Wimbledon.
Check out the US Open Tennis Package! |
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» Battle Week at Old Stone House
One of the largest battles of the American Revolutionary War was fought right here in Kings County. The Old Stone House hosts its weekly commemoration with unique daily events. |
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September, 2011
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Sep 8 - Sep 15
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» Mercedes Benz New York Fashion Week
Easily the most anticipated fashion event in North America, New York Fashion Week is where the biggest names in fashion come to show off. The shows will be held at the Lincoln Center's Damrosch Park.
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Sep 13 - Dec 18
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» Brooklyn Academy of Music: Next Wave Festival
Today's emerging boundary pushers are featured in this expectation-defying arts festival. Dance, theatre, opera and more make the bill. |
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Sep 15 - Sep18
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» Brooklyn Book Festival
Bibliophiles unite! This anticipated Brooklyn event joins readers, emerging authors and literary legends for a day of readings, discussions and parties. |
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Sep 15 - Sep18
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» 85th Annual Feast of San Gennaro
This hugely popular 11-day festival is the perfect showcase of all that New York's famous Little Italy has to offer. Enjoy incredible ethnic cuisine, lively parades and much more.
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Sep 17
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» German-American Steuben Parade of New York
Another exciting New York City parade. Celebrate the abundant German-American heritage by joining in the festivities. The parade features live music and dance, "Karneval" groups and costumed entertainers.
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Sep 17 - Sep 18
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» Great Irish Fair
Annual event brings together Irish culture and classic festival fun. Live music, traditional dancing, and excellent food highlight the day. |
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Sep 18
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» Flatbush Frolic
A wild street fair packed end to end with live music, fun games, delicious food, arts and crafts and plenty for the kids. Located on Cortelyou Road between Coney Island Ave and Ocean Ave. |
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Sep 23 - Sep 25
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» DUMBO Arts Festival
Seemingly sprouted from the soul of Brooklyn itself, this art festival recently expanded to include a wide swath of visual and performance arts. See art in the making. |
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October, 2011
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Oct 2
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» Atlantic Antic Street Festival
A full mile of music, food and family fun. One-day street fair runs along Atlantic Avenue from Fourth Ave to Hicks. |
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Oct 10
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» Brooklyn Columbus Day Parade
This large, inclusive parade has been a Brooklyn tradition for over 80 years. |
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Oct 29
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» Prospect Park Halloween Haunted Walk and Carnival
A local favorite! Bring along the kids for this old-fashioned and family friendly ghost walk. |
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» Brooklyn Botanic Garden Chile Pepper Festival
Brooklyn goes green .... and red, yellow and even orange at this exciting culinary festival. See live cooking demonstrations featuring the world's favorite fiery fruit. |
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» Ragamuffin Parade
A few kids dressed up in homemade costumes is cute. A few thousand makes the Ragamuffin Parade something special. Parade route along Third Avenue from 72nd to 82nd Streets. |
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» Park Slope Halloween Parade
The largest children's parade in the country is the perfect place to show off your family-appropriate costume. |
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December, 2011
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Dec 1, 2011 – Jan 1, 2012
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» Holiday Lights in Brooklyn
The neighborhoods of Brooklyn come alive with holiday cheer. View the lights at Dyker Heights, Borough Hall and Prospect Park. |
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Jan 1
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» Coney Island Polar Bear's New Year's Day Dip
The Polar Bears Club of Coney Island welcomes the New Year with a frigid dip in the Atlantic. |
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Jan 6
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» Three Kings Parade
A festival celebration of Three Kings Day hosted at El Museum de Barrio in Brooklyn, NY. |
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Jan 23
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» Chinese New Year
2011 welcomes the Year of the Rabbit. Head to Manhattan's famous Chinatown for this incredible Chinese New Year celebration. See martial arts, hear incredible drumming and taste authentic Chinese cuisine. |
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» Winter Antique's Show at Seventh Regiment Armory
A year of banner antique events begins in grand style at the Seventh Regiment Armory. One of the largest antiques events in the country. |
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February, 2012
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» New York Fashion Week
The fashion industry all over the world turns it attention to the New York Fashion Week spring show. Events hosted at Damrosch Park (the Lincoln Center). |
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» Westminster Kennel Club Annual Dog Showr
The premier American dog show. Hundreds of dogs from more every breed will compete at Madison Square Garden for the dog world's most prestigious prize. Tickets typically go on sale in September. |
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March, 2012
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Mar 21 - Mar 31
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» Dine in Brooklyn
There's no better time to experience the diverse cuisines and restaurants in Brooklyn. More than 200 restaurants will offer special prix-fixe menus showcasing a true experience of the house. |
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Mar 24 – Mar 27
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» Arts of Pacific Asia Show
Major New York auction houses such as Sotheby's and Christies will hold high-dollar auctions featuring pieces from 65 leading Asian art galleries. Part of New York's "Spring Asia Week". |
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April, 2012
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Apr 18 – Apr 23
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»New York City EarthFair
Head to Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan to see how New York City celebrates Earth Day. Attractions include educational exhibits and environment-themed artworks by locals and legends. |
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Apr 23 – Apr 25
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» Avenue on Park
This classy antiques show attracts over 25 important international dealers and art houses. Head to 583 Park Avenue in Manhattan. |
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» Japanese Cherry Blossom Festival
Both the Brooklyn Botanic Gardens and Central Park Conservatory Gardens will be in full bloom as we celebrate the early days of spring. |
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» Fine Art Fair
The Seventh Regiment Armory in Manhattan hosts this premier antique and collectible show. The most remarkable pieces date as far back as the 15th century. Vintage American pieces take up the majority of the show floor. |
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» Queens ... A Taste of the World
An unusual setting for a delicious date. The Caesar's Club at Citi Field invites 40 of the best restaurants in Queens, NY to cater this tasty food festival. |
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May, 2012
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May 14 – May 15
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» Ninth Avenue International Food Festival
If there was any food festival that could do the incredible diversity of New York City justice, it's Ninth Avenue. Sample a tantalizing array of ethnic cuisines, gourmet specialties and regional favorites. |
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May 21
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» Brooklyn Half-Marathon
This eagerly anticipated running event charts a course from Brooklyn's Prospect Park down to the Coney Island Boardwalk. Register to race, or show up to cheer on the runners.
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May 25 - June 1
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Fleet Week New York City
New York hosts this huge weeklong celebration of our miliary Sea Service members: the U.S. Navy, U.S. Marines, and U.S. Coast Guard. Over 20 active duty vessels will sail up the Hudson River for all to see. Daily activities for the whole family include ship tours, military displays, aerial flyovers, musical performances, cermonies and equipment displays. Learn more. |
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May 30
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» Veteran's Day Memorial Parade
The nation's oldest Memorial Day parade is held right here in Kings County. |
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» Brooklyn Uncorked
Long Island's burgeoning wine industry is the highlight of this annual wine and food festival. Local chefs prepare delicious pairings for the day's feature pours. |
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» Brooklyn Designs
Always exciting St. Ann's Warehouse in the DUMBO district hosts this outrageous design show just for Brooklyn artists and designers. |
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» Meatpacking Design
Come the middle of May, the international design community has a new home in New York's Meatpacking District. A great place to see the work of renowned designers and explore this treasured neighborhood. |
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June, 2012
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Jun 1 – Jun 30
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» Rose Month at Brooklyn Botanic Garden
The entire month of June is Rose Month at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden. Vivid roses of every color will delight you with every step. |
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Jun 3 – Jun 12
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» Brooklyn Film Festival
A smaller film festival with its heart on the fans. The Brooklyn Film Festival screens 100 films, including several premiers, in two venues. Best of all for the public, the tickets are surprisingly affordable. |
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Jun 18 – Jun 26
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» LGBT Pride Week
One of the nation's most recognized pride events and celebrations. Visit for a full week of things to do, including the Rally in Central Park, Rapture on the River, and the Grand Finale, the New York City Pride Parade and Pridefest. |
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» Boricua Festival/Salsa on the Waterfront
Live salsa music, hip-shaking dance and authentic Spanish cuisine are the highlight of this FREE waterfront festival. Head to the 58th Street Pier in Sunset Park. |
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» Celebrate Brooklyn! Performing Arts Festival
This summer music festival is proof that Brooklyn is the place to be. From June to August, some of the biggest names in pop, rock, jazz and country will hit the Prospect Park Band Shell. Best of all, most Celebrate Brooklyn events are hosted free. |
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» International African Arts Festival
The International African Arts Festival in Brooklyn brings together art, music and cuisine from a diverse array of African cultures, many with vibrant homes here in Brooklyn. This festival is hosted at Commodore Barry Park. |
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July, 2012
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» Harlem Book Fair
Sunshine, friendly people and good books makes the outdoor Harlem Book Fair a world-class literary event. The public has the chance to meet and greet authors, publishers and other enthusiasts. |
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» Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival
Explore and celebrate the vital legacy of hip-hop music and culture in Brooklyn and all of New York City. Live concerts, film screening and special events honor the past, present and future of hip-hop the world over. |
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» Martin Luther King Jr. Concert Series
On Monday nights in the summer, Wingate Field in Brooklyn is the place to be. This FREE concert series brings a number of major blues, soul, R&B and funk acts. |
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» Seaside Concert Series
Another excellent free summer concert series in Brooklyn. Head to Asser Levy/Seaside Park on Thursday nights. The Seaside Concert series present a wide selection of popular performers, from today's stars to music legends. |
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August, 2012
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Aug 28
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» Brighton Jubilee Festival
Head to the south Brooklyn neighborhood of Brighton Beach to attend this lively music festival. End-to-end with classic festival fun, the Brighton Jubilee features multiple entertainment stages, kid's activities, arts and crafts, and plenty of delicious food. |
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Aug 29 - Sep 11
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» US Open
The largest professional tennis match in the United States will be played at Arthur Ashe Stadium in Flushing Meadows in Queens. The US Open is the final major in the tennis Grand Slam, which also includes the Australian Open, French Open and Wimbledon.
Check out the US Open Tennis Package!
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» Battle Week at Old Stone House
One of the largest battles of the American Revolutionary War was fought right here in Kings County. The Old Stone House hosts its weekly commemoration with unique daily events. |
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September, 2012
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Dates TBA
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» Brooklyn Book Festival
Bibliophiles unite! This anticipated Brooklyn event joins readers, emerging authors and literary legends for a day of readings, discussions and parties. |
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Dates TBA
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» Flatbush Frolic
A wild street fair packed end to end with live music, fun games, delicious food, arts and crafts and plenty for the kids. Located on Cortelyou Road between Coney Island Ave and Ocean Ave. |
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Dates TBA
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» Great Irish Fair
Annual event brings together Irish culture and classic festival fun. Live music, traditional dancing, and excellent food highlight the day. |
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Dates TBA
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» Brooklyn Academy f Music: Next Wave Festival
Today's emerging boundary pushers are featured in this expectation-defying arts festival. Dance, theatre, opera and more make the bill. |
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Dates TBA
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» DUMBO Arts Festival
Seemingly sprouted from the soul of Brooklyn itself, this art festival recently expanded to include a wide swath of visual and performance arts. See art in the making. |
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Dates TBA
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» Atlantic Antic Street Festival
A full mile of music, food and family fun. One-day street fair runs along Atlantic Avenue from Fourth Ave to Hicks. |
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October, 2012
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Oct 10
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» Brooklyn Columbus Day Parade
This large, inclusive parade has been a Brooklyn tradition for over 80 years. |
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Oct 29
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» Prospect Park Halloween Haunted Walk and Carnival
A local favorite! Bring along the kids for this old-fashioned and family friendly ghost walk. |
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Dates TBA
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» Brooklyn Botanic Garden Chile Pepper Festival
Brooklyn goes green .... and red, yellow and even orange at this exciting culinary festival. See live cooking demonstrations featuring the world's favorite fiery fruit. |
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Dates TBA
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» Ragamuffin Parade
A few kids dressed up in homemade costumes is cute. A few thousand makes the Ragamuffin Parade something special. Parade route along Third Avenue from 72nd to 82nd Streets. |
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Dates TBA
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» Park Slope Halloween Parade
The largest children's parade in the country is the perfect place to show off your family-appropriate costume. |
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December, 2012
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Dec 1, 2011 – Jan 1, 2012
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» Holiday Lights in Brooklyn
The neighborhoods of Brooklyn come alive with holiday cheer. View the lights at Dyker Heights, Borough Hall and Prospect Park. |
