Florida Puerto Rican Parade and Festival – September 18, 2021

The Florida Puerto Rican Parade & Festival and related activities were established to promote the Puerto Rican community culture, heritage and its contributions to the State of Florida. The Parade and Festival promote the achievements made by Puerto Ricans in Business, Health, Music, Science, Arts and Government. Puerto Ricans from throughout Florida cities and surrounding states are encouraged to attend. Friends and families of participants and spectators are invited to join in this annual celebration which is destined to become a milestone event for families from across the region and Puerto Rico to get together.

DEDICATED TO THE MUNICIPALITIES OF CABO ROJO AND MOCA

Cabo Rojo is known as “El Pueblo de Cofresí” (Cofresí’s town). Cabo Rojo was founded in December 17, 1771 by Nicolás Ramírez Arellano and Miguel de Muesas. It is said that Cabo Rojo obtained its name by the considerable amount of minerals in its coasts that made the waters look reddish. Cabo means headland and rojo, means the color red. Located in the southwest corner of Puerto Rico, Cabo Rojo is surrounded by miles and miles of beaches. It also stands at the mouth of the Boqueron bay, one of Puerto Rico’s deepest and best protected harbors, extending some 3 1/2 miles inland, sheltering over a mile of white sand bordered by clear water is wonderful for swimming and lounging, it is the town’s most popular beach destination with a good reason. Join us on September 16th, 2021 as we celebrate our annual Gala Awards Dinner! This year we will dedicate the parade and festival to the beautiful towns of Moca and Cabo Rojo. We will savor a delicious traditional dinner while enjoying entertainment provided by special guests from our beloved Puerto Rico! In addition to the towns, we are Honoring our First Responders and Essential Workers! Don’t miss out on this highly anticipated night! Date: Thursday, September 16, 2021 6 pm Reception 7 pm Awards Dinner and Scholarships Presentations Location: DoubleTree by Hilton At SeaWorld 101000 International Drive, Orlando Fl 32821