Trinidad and Tobago parade to take over Brooklyn in celebration of independence

Editor’s note: A spokesperson for the NYPD has said the parade is no longer planned for Sunday.

BROOKLYN (PIX11) — Get ready to jump and wave to celebrate the independence of Trinidad and Tobago in New York City this weekend.

Steelpan drummers and revelers will take to the streets on Sunday, beginning at Church and Flatbush Avenues at 2 p.m. to celebrate 64 years of Trinidad and Tobago’s independence from British rule.

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The parade will make its way to Prospect Park, marching to the beat of traditional music from the island nations. Along the way, attendees can enjoy food vendors and family-friendly activities…

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