Thousands gathered in Midtown on Sunday for the 44th annual National Dominican Day Parade, held under the theme “Dominicanos: Identidad y Cultura.” A sea of red, white, and blue filled 6th Avenue from 37th Street to 55th Street as music, dancing, and Dominican pride took over the streets. Before the parade stepped off, elected officials and community leaders gathered for a ceremonial ribbon-cutting, officially kicking off the festivities. “It is such a joy to be here alongside so many other leaders in city and state government to celebrate the Dominican community in our city,” Mamdani said. “So proud to represent all of you, and I cannot wait to show our love for the Dominican Republic,” Hochul said.