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Aoi Festival in Kyoto

People dressed in court-style attire from the Heian period (794-1185) leave Kyoto Imperial Palace on May 15, 2026, for a parade with a court carriage during the annual Aoi Festival, one of the three main festivals of the ancient Japanese capital.

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Japan Parade in New York

NEW YORK, United States, May 11 Kyodo - People perform Japanese drum at the Japan Parade, an event showcasing Japanese culture, in New York on May 9, 2026. (Kyodo)

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[Breaking News]Retired speed skater Takagi in home town parade

MAKUBETSU, Japan, May 11 Kyodo - Retired Japanese speed skater Miho Takagi waves during a parade in her home town of Makubetsu in Hokkaido, northern Japan, on May 9, 2026. Takagi, 31, a winner of 10 Olympic medals, retired from competition after competing in the Milan Cortina Olympics in February. (Kyodo)

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Japan Parade in New York

Geiko traditional female entertainers from the southwestern Japan prefecture of Nagasaki wave to onlookers in New York on May 9, 2026, at the Japan Parade, an event showcasing Japanese culture.

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Japan Parade in New York

Geiko traditional female entertainers from the southwestern Japan prefecture of Nagasaki wave to onlookers in New York on May 9, 2026, at the Japan Parade, an event showcasing Japanese culture.

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Japan Parade in New York

Geiko traditional female entertainers from the southwestern Japan prefecture of Nagasaki wave to onlookers in New York on May 9, 2026, at the Japan Parade, an event showcasing Japanese culture.

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Japan Parade in New York

People perform Japanese drum at the Japan Parade, an event showcasing Japanese culture, in New York on May 9, 2026.

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Japan Parade in New York

People perform Japanese drum at the Japan Parade, an event showcasing Japanese culture, in New York on May 9, 2026.

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Retired speed skater Takagi in home town parade

Retired Japanese speed skater Miho Takagi waves during a parade in her home town of Makubetsu in Hokkaido, northern Japan, on May 9, 2026. Takagi, 31, a winner of 10 Olympic medals, retired from competition after competing in the Milan Cortina Olympics in February.

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Retired speed skater Takagi in home town parade

Retired Japanese speed skater Miho Takagi (C) waves during a parade in her home town of Makubetsu in Hokkaido, northern Japan, on May 9, 2026. Takagi, 31, a winner of 10 Olympic medals, retired from competition after competing in the Milan Cortina Olympics in February.

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Retired speed skater Takagi in home town parade

Retired Japanese speed skater Miho Takagi waves during a parade in her home town of Makubetsu in Hokkaido, northern Japan, on May 9, 2026. Takagi, 31, a winner of 10 Olympic medals, retired from competition after competing in the Milan Cortina Olympics in February.

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Buddhist temple ritual in honor of Kukai

Monks parade during a ritual at Buddhist Shingon-sect Kongobuji temple in Koya in Wakayama Prefecture, western Japan, on May 7, 2026, in honor of the achievements by the sect's founder Kukai (774-835), posthumously known as Kobo Daishi.

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Samurai festival in Wakayama Pref.

People in samurai warrior outfits take part in a parade in Kudoyama in Wakayama Prefecture, western Japan, on May 5, 2026, during a festival in honor of three 16th-17th century Sanada-clan warriors.

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Hakata Dontaku festival

The two-day Hakata Dontaku festival begins in Fukuoka on May 3, 2026, with people clad in colorful costumes taking part in its main parade in the southwestern Japan city.

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Hakata Dontaku festival

The two-day Hakata Dontaku festival begins in Fukuoka on May 3, 2026, with people clad in colorful costumes taking part in its main parade in the southwestern Japan city.

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[Breaking News]Parade by Olympic, Paralympic athletes

TOKYO, Japan, April 27 Kyodo - Pairs figure skater Ryuichi Kihara lifts his partner Riku Miura during a parade in Tokyo's Nihombashi area on April 25, 2026, of Japanese athletes who competed in the Milan Cortina Olympics and Paralympics. (Kyodo)

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Parade by Olympic, Paralympic athletes

Speed skater Miho Takagi (L) takes a selfie with Ayano Sato (C) and Momoka Horikawa during a parade in Tokyo's Nihombashi area on April 25, 2026, of Japanese athletes who competed in the Milan Cortina Olympics and Paralympics.

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Parade by Olympic, Paralympic athletes

Pairs figure skater Ryuichi Kihara lifts his partner Riku Miura (top) during a parade in Tokyo's Nihombashi area on April 25, 2026, of Japanese athletes who competed in the Milan Cortina Olympics and Paralympics.

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Parade by Olympic, Paralympic athletes

Figure skating women's Olympic silver medalist Kaori Sakamoto (C) takes a selfie during a parade in Tokyo's Nihombashi area on April 25, 2026, of Japanese athletes who competed in the Milan Cortina Olympics and Paralympics.

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Parade by Olympic, Paralympic athletes

Pairs figure skater Ryuichi Kihara lifts his partner Riku Miura during a parade in Tokyo's Nihombashi area on April 25, 2026, of Japanese athletes who competed in the Milan Cortina Olympics and Paralympics.

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Parade by Olympic, Paralympic athletes

Japanese athletes who competed in the Milan Cortina Olympics and Paralympics wave to spectators during a parade in Tokyo's Nihombashi area on April 25, 2026.

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Parade by Olympic, Paralympic athletes

Figure skating women's Olympic silver medalist Kaori Sakamoto poses during a parade in Tokyo's Nihombashi area on April 25, 2026, of Japanese athletes who competed in the Milan Cortina Olympics and Paralympics.

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Parade by Olympic, Paralympic athletes

Figure skating pairs Olympic gold medalists Riku Miura (C, L) and Ryuichi Kihara (C, R) take part in a parade in Tokyo on April 25, 2026, of Japanese athletes who competed in the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics and Paralympics.

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Parade by Olympic, Paralympic athletes

Figure skating pairs Olympic gold medalists Riku Miura (L) and Ryuichi Kihara wave to spectators during a parade in Tokyo's Nihombashi area on April 25, 2026, of Japanese athletes who competed in the Milan Cortina Olympics and Paralympics.

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Parade by Olympic, Paralympic athletes

Figure skaters (from R) Kaori Sakamoto, Yuma Kagiyama and Ami Nakai pose for a photo during a parade in Tokyo's Nihombashi area on April 25, 2026, of Japanese athletes who competed in the Milan Cortina Olympics and Paralympics.

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Parade by Olympic, Paralympic athletes

Japanese athletes who competed in the Milan Cortina Olympics and Paralympics take part in a parade in Tokyo's Nihombashi area on April 25, 2026.

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Spring Grand Sumo Tournament

Sekiwake Kirishima (R) waves to fans during a parade held after he won the 15-day Spring Grand Sumo Tournament at Edion Arena Osaka in Osaka on March 22, 2026.

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Spain: Storm Therese Hits Canary Islands With Strong Winds and Rain

Spain’s meteorological agency, AEMET, has warned of thunderstorms and winds of up to 100 km/h this Thursday. March 19, Schools will be closed in six islands, with all of the Canary Islands shutting on Friday, March 20. Storm Therese may also disrupt a major carnival event in Gran Canaria, with the Maspalomas parade still uncertain due to forecasts of heavy rain and strong winds.

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US: Rooftop Fire Breaks Out Near NYC St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Midtown 4

Thick plumes of black smoke billowed into the sky over Midtown Manhattan on Tuesday, March 17, after a fire broke out in a cooling tower on the roof of a building under renovation near the start of the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade. Construction workers evacuated safely and no impact reported on the parade.

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US: Rooftop Fire Breaks Out Near NYC St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Midtown 3

Thick plumes of black smoke billowed into the sky over Midtown Manhattan on Tuesday, March 17, after a fire broke out in a cooling tower on the roof of a building under renovation near the start of the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade. Construction workers evacuated safely and no impact reported on the parade.

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US: Rooftop Fire Breaks Out Near NYC St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Midtown 2

Thick plumes of black smoke billowed into the sky over Midtown Manhattan on Tuesday, March 17, after a fire broke out in a cooling tower on the roof of a building under renovation near the start of the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade. Construction workers evacuated safely and no impact reported on the parade.

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US: Rooftop Fire Breaks Out Near NYC St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Midtown

Thick plumes of black smoke billowed into the sky over Midtown Manhattan on Tuesday, March 17, after a fire broke out in a cooling tower on the roof of a building under renovation near the start of the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade. The cause of the fire was under investigation with construction workers evacuating safely and no impact reported on the parade.

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Milan Cortina Paralympics: Opening ceremony

The flag of Poland is carried into the Verona Arena, a Roman amphitheater in Verona, Italy, in the parade of athletes during the opening ceremony of the Milan Cortina Paralympics on March 6, 2026. Polish para athletes boycotted the opening ceremony in protest at the attendance of Russian and Belarusian athletes in the parade under their national flags.

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Milan Cortina Paralympics: Opening ceremony

The flag of Israel is carried into the Verona Arena, a Roman amphitheater in Verona, Italy, in the parade of athletes during the opening ceremony of the Milan Cortina Paralympics on March 6, 2026.

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Milan Cortina Paralympics: Opening ceremony

The flag of France is carried into the Verona Arena, a Roman amphitheater in Verona, Italy, in the parade of athletes during the opening ceremony of the Milan Cortina Paralympics on March 6, 2026.

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Milan Cortina Paralympics: Opening ceremony

The flag of Ukraine is carried into the Verona Arena, a Roman amphitheater in Verona, Italy, in the parade of athletes during the opening ceremony of the Milan Cortina Paralympics on March 6, 2026. Ukrainian para athletes boycotted the opening ceremony in protest at the attendance of Russian and Belarusian athletes in the parade under their national flags.

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Milan Cortina Paralympics: Opening ceremony

The flag of Ukraine is carried into the Verona Arena, a Roman amphitheater in Verona, Italy, in the parade of athletes during the opening ceremony of the Milan Cortina Paralympics on March 6, 2026. Ukrainian para athletes boycotted the opening ceremony in protest at the attendance of Russian and Belarusian athletes in the parade under their national flags.

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US: Seahawks Hold Super Bowl Victory Parade in Downtown Seattle 4

The Seattle Seahawks held a victory parade in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, February 11, after defeating the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX on Sunday. The celebration route ran along 4th Avenue from Washington Street to Cedar Street, as fans gathered to honor the team’s championship.

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US: Seahawks Hold Super Bowl Victory Parade in Downtown Seattle 3

The Seattle Seahawks held a victory parade in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, February 11, after defeating the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX on Sunday. The celebration route ran along 4th Avenue from Washington Street to Cedar Street, as fans gathered to honor the team’s championship.

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US: Seahawks Hold Super Bowl Victory Parade in Downtown Seattle 2

The Seattle Seahawks held a victory parade in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, February 11, after defeating the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX on Sunday. The celebration route ran along 4th Avenue from Washington Street to Cedar Street, as fans gathered to honor the team’s championship.

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US: Seahawks Hold Super Bowl Victory Parade in Downtown Seattle

The Seattle Seahawks held a victory parade in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, February 11, after defeating the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX on Sunday. The celebration route ran along 4th Avenue from Washington Street to Cedar Street, as fans gathered to honor the team’s championship.

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US: Thousands Celebrate in Seattle as Seahawks Win Second Super Bowl Title 2

Thousands of Seattle Seahawks fans poured into the city’s streets on Sunday night, February 8, to celebrate the team’s 29–13 win over the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX. Supporters gathered around Lumen Field and Pioneer Square, chanting, setting off fireworks and celebrating late into the night. The victory marked the Seahawks’ second Super Bowl title, with a parade and ceremony scheduled in downtown Seattle on Wednesday.

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US: Thousands Celebrate in Seattle as Seahawks Win Second Super Bowl Title

Thousands of Seattle Seahawks fans poured into the city’s streets on Sunday night, February 8, to celebrate the team’s 29–13 win over the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX. Supporters gathered around Lumen Field and Pioneer Square, chanting, setting off fireworks and celebrating late into the night. The victory marked the Seahawks’ second Super Bowl title, with a parade and ceremony scheduled in downtown Seattle on Wednesday.

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New Year Grand Sumo Tournament

Ozeki Aonishiki (R) waves to fans during a parade after he won the 15-day New Year Grand Sumo Tournament at Tokyo's Ryogoku Kokugikan arena for the second consecutive Emperor's Cup title on Jan. 25, 2026.

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New Year Grand Sumo Tournament

Ozeki Aonishiki (R) waves to fans during a parade after he won the 15-day New Year Grand Sumo Tournament at Tokyo's Ryogoku Kokugikan arena for the second consecutive Emperor's Cup title on Jan. 25, 2026.

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Imperial police officers' New Year parade

Japanese Emperor Naruhito, Empress Masako (L) and their daughter Princess Aiko watch a New Year parade by Imperial Guard Headquarters officers at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo on Jan. 23, 2026. (Pool photo)

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Imperial police officers' New Year parade

Japanese Emperor Naruhito, Empress Masako (C) and their daughter Princess Aiko arrive at the venue of a New Year parade by Imperial Guard Headquarters officers at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo on Jan. 23, 2026. (Pool photo)

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MFW - Tod s Presentation

Lennon Gallagher arrives at the Tods presentation during Milan Fashion Week Menswear Fall Winter 2026 2027 in Milan, Italy on January 18, 2026. Photo by Riccardo GIordano/IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

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MFW - Tod s Presentation

Lennon Gallagher arrives at the Tods presentation during Milan Fashion Week Menswear Fall Winter 2026 2027 in Milan, Italy on January 18, 2026. Photo by Riccardo GIordano/IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM

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MFW - Tod s Presentation

Baptiste Giabiconi arrives at the Tods presentation during Milan Fashion Week Menswear Fall Winter 2026 2027 in Milan, Italy on January 18, 2026. Photo by Riccardo GIordano/IPA/ABACAPRESS.COM