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Bronx Week is a highly-anticipated annual borough-wide celebration of the best and the brightest!
This festival consists of a series of events designed to honor those citizens and institutions that contribute
greatly to the rich culture and diversity which defines the uniqueness of The Bronx.
19th ANNUAL BANKERS BREAKFAST - Friday May 11
Over 400 financial leaders, business owners, real estate brokers,
accountants, attorneys, and technical assistance providers
come together to meet lenders actively working to assist
with the Business Initiatives of New York's 504 loan program.
If you would like to sponsor OR attend this breakfast
contact Mr. Rafael Roger at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 718.590.3980
ANNUAL HEALTH DAY EVENT - Saturday May 12
Bronx Nutrition and Fitness Initiative for Teens (B’N Fit) is a joint program of the
Children’s Hospital at Montefiore and Mosholu Montefiore Community Center
developed in 2005 to combat adolescent obesity by providing a safe environment
for teens to access comprehensive weight loss services. The program holds an annual walk
to raise funds for the program, and this year’s walk is happening in conjunction
with Bronx Week Health Day! Hosted by Hot 97’s Ebro & The Street Team,
the walk will kick off at Fordham Plaza, go along a 2-mile route
that includes a stop at Poe Park, and ends back at Fordham Plaza
for a day of entertainment, healthy activities, and information
to keep our communities healthy. If you’d like to participate in
the walk and get a free t-shirt, please register here.
BRONX BALL - Saturday May 19
The Bronx Ball, a black-tie star-studded event will take place
on Saturday May 19th. If you'd like to purchase tickets, tables, or
an ad in our Gala Journal, please email
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. fax it to 718.537.5263
or mail it back with a check payable to
BOEDC
851 Grand Concourse, Ste. 123
Bronx, NY 10451
PARADE, FOOD & ARTS FESTIVAL & CONCERT - Sunday May 20
The Parade - Bronx Pride is on display as celebrities, marching bands
community organizations, schools, sports teams and civic groups
march along Mosholu Parkway, highlighting the best of the borough
as this great community tradition celebrates its 46th Anniversary.
Parade begins at 11:30am - come early to grab a good seat.
If you are an institution that would like to march,
contact Ms. Monica Major at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 718.590.6012
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Food & Arts Festival - After the parade, visitors can enjoy the
Bronx Week Food & Arts festival which offers an opportunity to purchase food
hand-crafted and specialty items form Bronx-based artists.
Also the Bronx Health Pavilion will offer free health screenings and
health insurance information.
If you are a Food Vendor and would like to purchase a booth
contact FPJ Amusements at 718.450.3320
If you are an Art Vendor and would like to purchase a booth
contact Michael Nixon at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 718.590.8310
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Concert - The Bronx is flourishing with an amazing diversity of talent.
We want to continue this growth by encouraging everyone to come out
and empower those taking center stage, showcasing their talents.
Stay tuned to all things Bronx Week!
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See a list of previous Bronx Walk of Fame Inductees here
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