2026 GREEK INDEPENDENCE DAY PARADE
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Capital Link is deeply honored to have served as Grand Marshals of the 2026 Greek Independence Day Parade, celebrating both the 205th Anniversary of the Greek War of Independence and the 250th Anniversary of the United States Declaration of Independence. The Greek Independence Day Parade stands as a vibrant and enduring symbol of Hellenic heritage, pride, and unity in the United States.
Gala Dinner Award Celebration - Video
On Saturday, April 25, 2026, an awards ceremony honoring the Grand Marshals of the April 26 parade was held at Cipriani 42 in Manhattan, as part of the official dinner hosted by the Federation of Hellenic Societies of Greater New York.
Capital Link was among the honorees, represented by Nicolas Bornozis (President) and Olga Bornozi (Managing Director), alongside John Catsimatidis (Red Apple Group), Dr. Nikolas P. Tsakos (TEN Ltd), and The Hellenic Initiative. Metropolitan Ieronymos and Alkiviadis Stefanis were designated Honorary Grand Marshals.
The dinner featured keynote remarks by the President of the Greek Parliament, Mr. Nikitas Kaklamanis, and was attended by approximately 500 distinguished members of the Greek diaspora. The program included the participation of the Presidential Guard's Evzones and a dance group from Western Greece. Remarks were also delivered by Archbishop Elpidophoros and representatives of Greece and Cyprus.
Acknowledgment was given to Yiannis Stroumbakis for his contribution to the organization of the event. The organizing committee included Lou Katsos, Yiannis Stroumbakis, Giorgos Paralemos, Giorgos Venizelos, and Giorgos Meintassis.
We were deeply honored to serve as Grand Marshals of yesterday's Greek Independence Day Parade — a celebration marking a remarkable dual milestone: 205 years since the Greek War of Independence and 250 years since the American Revolution.
Organized by the Federation of Hellenic Societies of Greater New York, this parade stands as the largest celebration of Greek independence outside of Greece, uniting thousands of Hellenes from across the United States and the global diaspora.
Marching alongside Greek Orthodox parishes, Hellenic cultural organizations, student groups, regional federations, and national institutions such as @orderofahepa, we were joined by dignitaries and the Evzones of the Presidential Guard of Greece.
From the iconic fustanella uniforms to the rhythm of marching bands and the sea of blue-and-white flags along Fifth Avenue, the day was more than a parade — it was a living connection between two revolutions and the enduring ideals they share.
Gala Dinner Award Celebration - Photo Gallery
Interviews - Greek Independence Day Pre-Parade
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We were deeply honored to serve as Grand Marshals of yesterday's Greek Independence Day Parade. A celebration marking a remarkable dual milestone: 205 years since the Greek War of Independence and 250 years since the American Revolution.
Organized by the Federation of Hellenic Societies of Greater New York, this parade stands as the largest celebration of Greek independence outside of Greece, uniting thousands of Hellenes from across the United States and the global diaspora.
Marching alongside Greek Orthodox parishes, Hellenic cultural organizations, student groups, regional federations, and national institutions such as @orderofahepa, we were joined by dignitaries and the legendary Evzones of the Presidential Guard of Greece.
From the iconic fustanella uniforms to the rhythm of marching bands and the sea of blue-and-white flags along Fifth Avenue, the day was more than a parade — it was a living connection between two revolutions and the enduring ideals they share.
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Interviews - Parade
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Coverage - Ms. Yanna Darilli |
Greek Independence Day Parade - Photo Gallery
The weekend's commemorations opened with a Doxology at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church and National Shrine at the World Trade Center, setting a meaningful tone and highlighting the lasting role of faith within our community.
From there, we moved to Bowling Green for the annual raising of the Greek flag. As the site where New York City was first established in 1653, it offers a powerful sense of history and continuity that gives the ceremony added significance.
Marking 205 years since Greek independence, and with 250 years of American independence on the horizon, the moment invites reflection on a shared commitment to freedom — one achieved through sacrifice and never to be taken for granted.
Doxology - Photo Gallery
Stathakion Cultural Center - Pre-Parade Event
This year's parade preparations commenced on April 23 at the Stathakeio Cultural Center in Astoria, following the final Pan-Hellenic meeting held in anticipation of the 205th anniversary of the Greek War of Independence.
During the meeting, a detachment of the Presidential Guard's Evzones was formally presented, having arrived from Athens to participate in the parade on Fifth Avenue. The program also included a reference to the Exodus of Messolonghi.
The meeting was attended by representatives of the Church, political leadership, and the Greek-American community. Discussions focused on coordination, historical context, and community engagement. The President of the Parade Committee, Ilias Katsos, highlighted the connection between the Greek and American Revolutions.
Participants encouraged broad attendance at the parade, recognizing its significance as a major community event.
Stathakion Cultural Center - Pre-Parade Event - Video
Stathakion Cultural Center - Pre-Parade Event - Photo Gallery
