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FIRST ALBANY HAITIAN HERITAGE & FLAG FESTIVAL

Albany Haitian Heritage Flag Day Festival

Name: Watervliet Memorial Day Parade
Start: 2026-05-25T10:00-0400
End: 2026-05-25
Location: Watervliet High School

Haitian Flag Day is celebrated every year on May 18 to honor the creation of the Haitian flag and the unity, freedom, and independence of the Haitian people. The holiday commemorates May 18, 1803, whe

When and Where

Date and Time

Today
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Address

WASHINGTON PARK LAKE HOUSE MADISON AVE NY 12203, Madison Ave Albany, NY 12203 ALBANY, NY 12203

(561) 929-1009

Driving Directions

Cost

FREE ADMISSION

About this event

The ALBANY HAITIAN HERITAGE & FLAG DAY FESTIVAL is a free cultural celebration bringing the Capital Region together to honor Haitian heritage, history, music, food, dance, and community spirit. Taking place on May 23, 2026 at Washington Park Lake House in Albany, New York, the festival will feature live performances, cultural presentations, Haitian cuisine, local vendors, and family-friendly entertainment in celebration of Haitian Heritage Month and Haitian Flag Day. Hosted by the Albany Haitian Heritage Foundation, this first-ever event in the Capital Region aims to promote unity, culture, and diversity through the richness of Haitian traditions.