Dear Neighbor,
We are excited to announce that we are a few weeks away from the start of Bronx Week 2026! From Friday, May 1st - Sunday, May 17th, we are highlighting the people and places that make our borough a premier destination to live, work, and visit. We are incorporating both new and returning events into this year's programming, including our Annual Silent Disco, Skate Party, Health Day, and Grand Finale Concert, Parade, and Food and Arts Festival. The Bronx is a global destination rich in culture and diversity, and Bronx Week is our opportunity to highlight the communities that make our borough great. For more information, visit ilovethebronx.com and stay updated by following us on social media.
Baseball season is also back, which means our Bronx Bombers are at Yankee Stadium seeking their 28th championship ring! Yankees’ home games are expected to generate an economic impact of $500 million during the 2026 regular season. That means money flowing back into our local economy, helping fuel their growth, strengthening local jobs, and keeping our historic neighborhoods thriving. This annual boost brings energy, opportunity, and vitality to the Bronx, and we are proud to uplift the small businesses and workers who help to make our borough a global destination.
Lastly, we launched our first “Lights Out” initiative in partnership with NYC DOT to help identify and report malfunctioning streetlights. If you haven’t had a chance to participate yet, you can still do so by clicking this link. Potholes also continue to be a major concern for drivers across our borough. If you or someone you know has encountered a pothole, please click this link to report it directly to the New York City Department of Transportation.
Warm Regards,
Vanessa L. Gibson
Bronx Borough President
For real-time updates and event highlights, remember to follow us on Social Media:
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INSTAGRAM: @Bronxbpgibson
TWITTER: @BronxBp
We were proud to celebrate Irish Heritage Month at the Rambling House! Surrounded by community, culture, and tradition, we honored the rich contributions of Irish Americans in the Bronx and beyond.
We had an incredible time at our Annual Dominican Heritage Month celebration honoring outstanding individuals whose contributions and dedication have left a lasting impact on our communities.
Our Iftar Celebration at Borough Hall was a huge success. Thank you to the honorees, sponsors, community leaders, imams, and elected officials who made it a memorable event.
Thank you to everyone who attended our Women’s History Month celebration and helped us celebrate the amazing women and young girls who are making a significant difference in our borough.
Our office remains committed to advancing educational opportunity. Together with my colleagues in government, we presented funding to support our schools, enhance vital resources, and ensure our scholars have every opportunity to excel academically.
Thank you to the MTA for their swift response in addressing the serious safety and cleanliness concerns at the Tremont train station. We will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates to our community as new information becomes available.
Our Trans Day of Visibility Celebration is about uplifting, affirming, and honoring the strength, resilience, and contributions of our transgender, non-binary, and gender-nonconforming communities. In partnership with Destination Tomorrow, our LGBTQIA+ Taskforce, and Hostos Community College, we proudly brought our community together in a powerful show of visibility and support.
Our future grandmasters were on full display at our annual Chess in the Schools Tournament! Congratulations to all of the students who competed, and thank you to the educators and partners who continue to support opportunities that help our youth think ahead—on the board and in life.
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