Passaic Mexican Day Parade postponed again as ICE fears hurt businesses
Sep 6, 2026·Location: Passaic, NJ
Country of origin: Mexico

Organizers of Passaic, New Jersey's annual Mexican Parade, a 30-year tradition drawing about 15,000 attendees, indefinitely postponed the Sept. 27 event over concerns that immigration enforcement could target attendees. Local business owners, including restaurant owner Leticia Ortega, say customer traffic has dropped sharply, forcing staff cuts; Ortega's son-in-law, a U.S. citizen, has been detained since October. Mayor Hector Lora said he was disappointed by the postponement and hopes community leaders will organize an alternative event to celebrate the city's Mexican community.
Sources
- Citing recent ICE arrests, Passaic, N.J. postpones annual Mexican Independence Day Parade
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- Mexican parade in New Jersey postponed amid ICE arrest surge
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