🇵🇷 We really come in all different shades. Beautiful! 💙♥️🤍

*The people of my little Caribbean island Puerto rico 🇵🇷.* Our spanish (thanks to colonizer spain)is mixed with the african and arowak language. We dance to the rhythm of the African drums. Our food is african and taino inspired. "Boricua" is an arowak word not a spanish word. We are a proud people. Our reggaeton evolved from reggae thanks to our neighbors that share the Caribbean Sea with us listen to "playero37" before the internet lol. We are taino/African/spainard. And our culture is the very thing that makes us feel alive. Caribeño para siempre. 🇵🇷🌴🌊🥥

I love Latina women.

That's me on 20:50 - 20:52 with the head scarf on. That hello when we was passing by is funny lol 😂😂 but I am a proud Puerto Rican from NYC 💯🇵🇷. Thanks for putting me on the video cover/thumbnail😊 this was actually my first time going and I had a wonderful time. God bless you 🙏🏻❤️💯. #Boricua!!! #prfestival #2024

My 🥷. This is GOLDEN! Hell yeah I’m following you. You know how to shoot these joints. Again GREAT WORK!!!!

Very good parade and everyone is involved and having fun. The parade is very inclusive and welcoming to all. Much respect and love.

I love to see people smiling, united and having a good time. God Bless❤❤

Thank you for sharing this 🙏

Proud Boricua here. Look at our people doing our thing. Getting together and celebrating our heritage. Boricua De Corazón

Pleasure meeting you my bro... ☝️😉💪 (🇩🇴/🇵🇷)

Puerto Rico love it, I love watching it all time on KZfaq...

Bro thanks so much for putting me on the vlog my brother we love you keep grinding clip 9:08 💪🏼

Thanks for sharing I’m in love with boricua women

Shout out to everyone all puerto ricans again having fun great vid wavy 🌊🌊

Mami at 20:52.....sweet jesus!!!!! And you got her in the thumbnails rocking the blue bandana.

This reminds me of the 90’s. People talking and having a good time.

damn the thickness from 20:27

Awesome video. Thx

Excelente video... Felicitaciones por su trabajó..... Gozandola con los hermanos Puerto Rico... Uufff.... Saludos cordiales desde Bogotá ( Colombia )... Alve

oH YES I went to this event eraly 2000s it be lit with lovely Latino women in all sizes and shapes

All my kid's half Puerto Rican i love the mix 💯

WEPA mi gente! Love to see many of our people having a good time and representing with our flag 🇵🇷 con mucho orgullo! Just one thing though, whenever you go to display it please look at the star and make sure it is right side up. Sometimes when it is displayed, it is shown with the star being upside down 🫢. Que Dios los bendiga a todos 🙏🇵🇷❤🇵🇷❤🇵🇷

Man this has to be heaven all those Puerto Rican women 😂

I was heading to work so I couldn't stay for long. But it was dope💕

Awesome footage dude. You're doing the lord's work. Lol 😅

Looks like a vibe, I’m Mexican but I need to go out that way for that parade.

20:56 with the LV bag she could get it too, my phone would of been like the white pages on that day!! 😂

Excelente trabajo hicieron mis antepasados, Españoles 🇪🇸🇪🇸mestizaje, alegría de vivir y siempre Fista. 🎉🎉🎉

Best time ever!!! I’m going back next year with my PR outfit 😂😂 I wish we could do that in the black community frl. But I had fun turning up w/ the boricasssss 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

papa I appreciate you doing this. I never missed the carnival coming from jersey city nj. every year. but now I'm all the way up north can't go no more. but you did your thing for us who couldn't be there...good looking out papa...

Not me in the cover 😂😂😂

salute my guy!!! YERRRRRR

Puerto Ricans come in all colors! I hope Americans can continue to understand this! I travel a lot! My cinnamon tan color skin and light brown hair, tall, light eyes and beautiful, I’m always asked, if I’m from the Middle East, France, or Europe ♥️ 🇺🇸🇵🇷 The streets are dirty! Unreal!

I took a drink every time I saw a hot girl and two drinks for every Roberto Clemente jersey. I’m dead now.

I'm Cuban originally from Northeast NJ right across the Hudson and consider myself fortunate to know a little from so many different cultures. They are all beautiful in their own way and have lots to offer especially warm people, music & delicious food. Much love from this Cubanita...que bola 🇨🇺! My daughter is half Domi 🇩🇴. K lo k. My first love & some of my closest friends are Bori 🇵🇷 Wepa! My husband is Colombian 🇨🇴 Que mas pues If you like these type of festivals, you have to check out Calle 8 festival in Miami. Shout out to the dude 15:48 selling flags with my beautiful Cuban flag on his back 🙏🏼🇨🇺

I kcuf with Puerto Ricans heavy❤ 🇵🇷 I’m originally from East Harlem & my family lived on 109th between 5th & Madison back in the 90’s. My old stomping grounds ❤Love the food & love the culture.

NYC boricua! To me there nothing like a Bronx PR Latina babyeeeee!

❤❤ My Black and Brown people 🌹🌹

reminds me when i used to attend these in the 90s as a young boy from jersey in manhattan. I saw big pun riding through in a white mercedes #restinpeace. i had a thing for dominican and puerto rican women in my 20s those parades had me hooked lol.....

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Damn, some nice/good looking Puerto Rican joints there! and lol, it looks like dembow remains undefeated,. even in the PR parade, crazy.

I love Dominican women, but PR just does it for me !

Love my papi ❤ coming from 🇯🇲

Bella La Gente Boricua🫡

Salsa music hello Puerto Rico 🇵🇷 ❤❤

This Festival used to Attract some of the Finest Latina's what Happened this year?

Fun! Fun! Fun!

When does this event happen? What time of the year?

Summary Puerto Ricans have significantly contributed to the business landscape of New York neighborhoods for years, particularly through vibrant cultural events like the Puerto Rican Day Parade. My personal experience attending the parade annually has shown me firsthand how this event positively impacts local businesses and stimulates economic growth in my hometown. Each year, the parade not only celebrates Puerto Rican culture but also drives substantial economic activity, attracting visitors, boosting sales for local vendors, and fostering a sense of community that supports local enterprises. Essay: The Economic Impact of the Puerto Rican Day Parade on My Hometown For years, the Puerto Rican community has played a vital role in enriching the cultural and economic fabric of New York neighborhoods. The Puerto Rican Day Parade is a prime example of how cultural celebrations can translate into substantial business benefits for local areas. My experience attending this parade annually has provided me with unique insights into how such events drive economic activity and contribute to the prosperity of my hometown. A Celebration of Culture and Commerce The Puerto Rican Day Parade is more than just a celebration of heritage; it is a powerful economic engine that breathes life into local businesses. Each year, thousands of people gather to enjoy the vibrant displays of Puerto Rican culture, including music, dance, food, and art. This influx of visitors translates into increased foot traffic for local businesses, ranging from restaurants and food vendors to retail shops and service providers. Boosting Local Businesses During the parade, the streets are lined with vendors selling traditional Puerto Rican foods, handmade crafts, and memorabilia. These vendors, often small business owners, see a significant increase in sales during this time. The parade acts as a platform for them to showcase their products to a broader audience, many of whom might not be familiar with their offerings. This exposure helps them build a loyal customer base and increase their revenue. Local restaurants and bars also experience a surge in business, as parade-goers look for places to dine and celebrate. Many establishments offer special menus and promotions, capitalizing on the festive atmosphere. The increased patronage during the parade often has a lasting impact, with many first-time customers returning in the future. Fostering Community Support The parade not only boosts sales but also fosters a sense of community and solidarity among local businesses. By participating in and supporting the parade, businesses demonstrate their commitment to the local culture and community. This goodwill translates into customer loyalty, as residents are more likely to support businesses that celebrate and uphold their cultural values. Long-Term Economic Benefits The economic benefits of the Puerto Rican Day Parade extend beyond the immediate boost in sales. The increased visibility and positive exposure for local businesses help to establish the neighborhood as a vibrant and attractive destination for both residents and visitors. This enhanced reputation can lead to more foot traffic and higher sales throughout the year, not just during the parade. Furthermore, the parade helps to create job opportunities, both temporary and permanent. Vendors and businesses often hire additional staff to manage the increased demand during the parade, providing employment opportunities for local residents. The success of the parade can also encourage new businesses to open in the area, further stimulating economic growth. Conclusion My annual experience at the Puerto Rican Day Parade has shown me how cultural events can significantly impact local economies. The parade brings a surge of economic activity to my hometown, benefiting local vendors, restaurants, and businesses. It fosters community support and creates a positive cycle of economic growth that extends well beyond the parade itself. As the Puerto Rican community continues to celebrate its heritage, it also ensures the continued prosperity of the neighborhoods it calls home.

Maaan the gorgeous Puerto Rican women!! 😍😍 man o man

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Beautiful

@21:14 Facts!

Latinas stay winning on top frfr

Ayo W camerman yuhurd😂😂😂 u da truth

🇵🇷 represent

I wish I was there I miss you all

New York. La mejor ciudad del mundo. 149 and 3rd AVE. I loved there

I married a girl who was African-American and Puerto Rican I always love about how Puerto Ricans even though there's racism in a lot of different races Always love the way Puerto Ricans embrace the afro culture you hear bell Biv DeVoe You can get with this you can give what that I love that man cause Puerto Ricans are part American United States and Puerto Ricans are huge part of hip hop Puerto Rico part of hip hop just as much as black people That's why I go hand in hand I love all my Latin cultures That Puerto Rican fire Be down with the afro roots Maintaining the pride of Puerto Rico n all its glory..god bles

This guy is spotting the fake button that looked weird! 😂

11:03 with the green shirt on!! Damn that’s my type right there! She’s perfect. I would have got that on the spot!

Wepa!!🇵🇷🇵🇷🇵🇷

Beautiful ladies

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20:52 ON GOD shorty with the PR durag is the 🥇🏆 🙌🏾👏🏾🔥btw I’m half Puerto Rican🇵🇷 half Dominican 🇩🇴

It is sooooo MANY beautiful women out there. Man I wish black people could do shit like this. Be together with NOOOOO issues. We will get there one day. Glad the day was good for everyone! Beautiful thing!!!

Latin Lover❤️💛

What’s the name of that African song playing? I know I heard it on the radio before

It’s all about the baddies 👏🏾

Bruh why i hear no big pun and they blastin dominican dembow smh this year don’t feel boricua like the 90s & 2000s

Dont forget to cleanup 😂😂❤

That's ( Themoodyfoody ) at 1:25 ... she be chefin it up along with mixed drinks.

Summer has officially begun!! Ricans always start off the Summers. God blessed AmeRicans!! Best DNA in the globe 🌎 💯 1000% They want Ukraine 🇺🇦 for the special soil that can literally grow anything in record time and they took PR bc of their DNA #research

Que Bonita bandera my joint

lol joselito was outsideeee

My neighborhood ❤❤❤❤❤❤EL BARRIO

😏My boy always know how to work that 📷 😁

They cut the Blocks short for the parade and the festival as well ... and the time was shorter its officially over

All the negative stigma about the parade and festival … yet all I see is everyone having a good time with great music . Viva mi gente ! We need to unite and come together and be a powerful voice !!! Like so many other groups have done … Look out for one another and stay safe ! Viva Puerto Rico !

Girl at 9:54 on the right hand side with the white shirt use to work at outback with me in 2015 . Her name is tina

@10:33 Why dude in a sweater and a skully on? It's summer time

Dang NY has a lot of tall girls 😂

Damn miss it every damn year lol WEPA🇵🇷

DOMINICANS IN THE BUILDING 🇩🇴🇩🇴🇩🇴🇩🇴🇩🇴💯💯💯 WE REAL 😎😎😎😎😎😎💯

God bless y’all

Arrest Me Too 😂 Terrific contenid vidio Dying For 10mnts more But Rock out Ball Park I Dont understand why Close early But Nice PRicans Festival 2024 edition

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Puerto Rico needs to be an independent country!!! No more US territory and definitely never a state!

I feel like you’re my Avatar and Im walking around in there. Good lookin out.

Shout out to all my morenos!

20:30 21:03 ❤❤

MF'n 🌩⚡️🌩⚡️out dat bit@h... 400 likes as always...keep grinding wavy

Bro just walked by gorilla nems bro 10:19

Latinas are the most Beautiful women in the world

And don’t even get me started with the Dominicans because they make the Puerto Ricans look good…..WINK.

@4:45 😂😂😂😂

What is there to celebrate?

UHH NANANAHH UHH ‘WE DOMINICANS COME THRU BABY!!!!!! 🇩🇴🇩🇴🇩🇴🇩🇴🇩🇴🇩🇴🇩🇴🇩🇴🇩🇴🇩🇴🇩🇴🇩🇴💯💯💯💯♥️

celebrating living the projects i see.

i clicked for Latinas!