The Three Kings Parade 2012

Manhattan, New York City, Friday, January 6, 2012 (Three Kings Day)

Photos and text by Ismael Núñez

It took place on January 6th 2012. It started at 10:30am on 106th Street and Madison Avenue: Then it headed north to Third Avenue and 116th Street ending at 116th street and Park Avenue. For it was the El Museo Del Barrio: 35th Annual Three Kings Parade!

Normally it's a cold day but this time the temperature went up into the 50s; Mother Nature was in a good mood that day! According to the press kit there were over 3,000 estimated spectators, 3,400 participants, 50 volunteers, 48 El Museo Staff Members, 12 performing groups, three Kings, and three camels. A New York Police Officer said it best, "This is most peaceful parade in the city!" That's what the holidays are about: peace and love!