#TheApollo returns to the africanamericandayparade, and we’re coming home with an honor: the inaugural AADP Community Institution Award, recognizing our legacy of advancing Black culture, artistic excellence, and community impact in Harlem and globally. This weekend, we’re taking our legacy from the stage to the streets with our Apollo Float. Saturday, September 19: Community Literacy, Health & Culture Festival‍ @ 12 PM. Watch apolloedharlem Teaching Artist Charlene “Chi Chi” Smith (itsmechi_chi) bring Education at The Apollo’s dance pedagogy straight to the plaza. Sunday, September 20: AADP Pre-Show‍ 11-11:30 AM & Parade Day 12:30-6PM. Catch our 2024 #AmateurNightApollo winner therealcruzangel take the mic, bringing his award-winning vocals to the crowd before the parade pops off.‍ 📍 Sept. 19–20. 110–136th St. Link in bio to stay informed.