Florida Puerto Rican / Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Inc.

06/01/2026

Congratulations! 🎉 🎓♥️🌺

05/25/2026

Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave individuals who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Their courage and selflessness will never be forgotten.

Wishing everyone a meaningful and reflective Memorial Day.
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05/16/2026

🎉✨ We’re officially in celebration mode — if you haven’t already noticed! ✨🎉

We’re excited to share our 2026 Palm Bay Florida’s 29th Annual Puerto Rican Day Gala, Parade & Multicultural Festival- Brevard County Florida’s 🇵🇷🇺🇸BORIKEN WEEKEND details:

Puerto Rican Day Parade Signature Awards Gala, October 2️⃣3️⃣, 2026

Puerto Rican Day Parade and Multicultural Festival,
October 2️⃣4️⃣, 2026

Palm Bay Florida’s 29th Annual Puerto Rican Day Gala, Parade & Multicultural Festival! We can’t wait to celebrate with our incredible community, friends, and family!

Parade & Multicultural Festival information:

🗓️ Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026

🕙 Time: 10 AM – 7 PM

📍 Festival Location: Palm Bay City Hall , 120 Malabar Rd SE Palm Bay, FL 32907

🎊 Parade Details and Location: • Parade formation begins at 8:00 AM at Southwest Middle School 451 Eldron Blvd SE and Jupiter Blvd SE ( John F Turner Senior Elementary School)
Parade will continue from Eldron to Malabar Road SE -> Aviation Blvd (Palm Bay City Hall)

Parade kicks off at 10:00 AM • Route: Eldron Blvd SE → Malabar RD SE→ Samuel C. Lopez Way →Aviation Blvd → Palm Bay City Hall

Parade flows directly into the FESTIVAL at Palm Bay City Hall, 120 Malabar Rd SE Palm Bay, FL 32907

🎨 Event Highlights Include: • Youth Art Contest • Artist Showcase • Cultural Displays & Traditional Foods • Live Performances & Health & Wellness Zone • Kids Corner & Family Fun • Antique & Automotive Exhibits • Salsa & More!

For more information on becoming a festival vendor, having a parade float/vehicle or walking in the parade, please contact us (863) 381-4858 or [email protected]

https://utbunitedthirdbridge.org

📸 Help us spread the word by sharing with your network — let’s make this a day to remember!

🌟 More details for the Parade and Festival Signature Awards Gala will follow soon.💃🏼 🎶🕺🏼🍱

Let’s honor our heritage, embrace diversity, and celebrate together — see you at the 29th Annual Puerto Rican Day Gala, Parade & Multicultural Festival on SATURDAY, October 24th! 🇵🇷 🇺🇸🌟💃

05/11/2026

05/09/2026

🎨 CALL FOR ART!
We’re excited to announce the 2026 Program Cover Art Contest for the 29th Annual Puerto Rican Day Parade, Multicultural Festival & Signature Awards Gala — Borikén Weekend & Hispanic Heritage Month!

🎨 2026 Program Cover Youth Art Contest
for the 29th Annual Puerto Rican Day Parade, Multicultural Festival & Signature Awards Gala

Brevard County Middle & High School students are invited to create artwork inspired by this year’s theme:

“The Arts — Many Voices. One Canvas. Where Culture Comes Alive and Community Thrives.”

The arts tell our stories — every color, rhythm, dance step, and brushstroke on our shared canvas carries our culture forward. Through art, we remember where we come from, celebrate who we are, and imagine what we can become. These creative expressions allow our many voices to rise together — vibrant, diverse, and united — bringing our culture to life for the next generations.

🖌️ Eligibility
• Middle & High School students in Brevard County
• One original artwork per student
• Any medium: drawing, painting, digital, mixed media

📅 Timeline
• Opens: July 1, 2026
• Deadline: August 28, 2026 (11:59 PM)

📤 Submit to: [email protected]
Include: Name, Phone Number, School, Artwork + Title, and Parent/Guardian Waiver

🏆 Prizes
• 1st Place: Featured on the official 2026 Program Cover + Gift Card
• Runner-Up: Featured inside the program + Gift Card
• Top Finalists: Artwork displayed in the community during Hispanic Heritage Month

Let your creativity shine and help us celebrate culture, unity, and the arts! 🌟

❤ Community Support ❤
We are accepting sponsorships to help fund this youth art contest and continue creating opportunities that uplift our students and celebrate our culture.

05/09/2026

👑 La Reina 2026 — Now Accepting Nominees
29th Annual Puerto Rican Day Parade & Multicultural Festival
Palm Bay, Florida, Hosted by U.T.B. United Third Bridge, Inc. in partnership with Gary Yeomans Ford Palm Bay and the City of Palm Bay co-sponsored by Launch Credit Union and Into the Spotlight Talkshow.

Florida, it’s your time to shine!
We are officially opening the call for La Reina 2026, the cultural ambassador and shining representative of this year’s historic celebration.

Who We’re Looking For
A queen who embodies:
• Cultural pride
• Leadership
• Community spirit
• Confidence and grace
• Love for Puerto Rican and Hispanic heritage
• A heart for service and unity
• Ages 23–55

About the Event
La Reina 2026 will represent the community during:
• Our Signature Awards Gala on Friday, Oct. 23, 2026
• The 29th Annual Puerto Rican Day Parade, Oct. 24, 2026
• The Multicultural Festival at Palm Bay City Hall, Oct. 24, 2026
• Community appearances
• Cultural events throughout the 2025-2026 year

This Year’s Theme
🎨 “The Arts — Many Voices, One Canvas; Where Culture Comes Alive and Community Thrives.”

Event Details
Florida's 29th Annual Puerto Rican Day Parade & Multicultural Festival
📍Palm Bay City Hall
📅 Saturday, October 24, 2026
• Parade Staging: 8:00 AM (Roads close at 8:45 AM)
• Parade Kickoff: 10:00 AM
• Festival: Immediately following the parade – until 7 PM

We are proud to return to our historic parade route on Malabar Road, ending at Palm Bay City Hall — now fully reopened after construction.

This year’s parade is dedicated to the vibrant municipality of Corozal, Puerto Rico, honoring its heritage, resilience, and contributions to our diaspora.

Why Participate?
La Reina becomes a symbol of:
• Cultural unity
• Community pride
• Representation for our youth
• The beauty and strength of our heritage

Your participation helps support:
• Scholarships for local Hispanic students
• Cultural programming
• Community outreach throughout the year

How to Apply
📧 [email protected]
📞 863‑381‑4858
🌐 UTBUnitedThirdBridge.org

Step into your crown.
Represent your culture.
Shine for your community.
In Unity There Is Strength.

👑 Will YOU be La Reina 2026

Palm Bay Florida's 29th Annual Puerto Rican Day Parade & Multicultural Festival