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Brooklyn's Three Kings Day Parade Postponed For Weather

The holiday parade will fill Graham Avenue with color and music come Jan. 14.

Paper-mache puppets of the Three Kings from the Bible walk through last year's Three Kings Day Parade in Manhattan hosted by the Barrio Museum.
Paper-mache puppets of the Three Kings from the Bible walk through last year's Three Kings Day Parade in Manhattan hosted by the Barrio Museum. (Andrew Schwartz/SIPA/Shutterstock)

WILLIAMSBURG, NY — A parade set to march through Brooklyn this Sunday was postponed to Jan. 14 for potential inclement weather — but the music will play on nonetheless.

Brooklyn's Three Kings Day Parade will now make its way down Graham Avenue from 3-5 p.m. on Jan. 14, bringing the neighborhood gifts and music.

Spanning from Meeker Avenue to Flushing Avenue and Broadway, the parade will feature famed salsa recording artist Ray Sepúlveda. Gifts for children will also be handed out at the parade — gift tickets can be picked up at San German Records on Moore Street.

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"[The] parade is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate community, diversity, and the spirit of togetherness," said the Graham Avenue Business Improvement District on Facebook.

The celebratory Moore Street Market was also postponed to Jan 14 starting at 12 p.m. on Moore Street near Humboldt Street, complete with hot cocoa, a photo booth, and kids crafts.

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The celebrations will mark a holiday celebrating three wise men's visit to baby Jesus in the Christian tradition.

"Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage as we honor the Three Wise Men and their journey to visit baby Jesus," organizers said in the event's description.

"Bring your family and friends to enjoy the lively atmosphere and exciting activities. Join the parade as we march, spreading joy and happiness."


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