The rally/expo will start with a parade from Little West 12th Street to Union Square Park, where the expo will be set up. 

There will be speakers, contests, and even…baby veggies—toddlers in costume. 

Exhibitors include the American Vegan Society, EarthSave, Healthy Planet, Lantern Books, Moo Shoes, Natural Kitchen Cooking School, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, Whole Foods Market, Youth Buddhism and others. 

If you can’t make it to the event or the idea of a parade makes you claustrophobic, consider checking out one of the many vegetarian and vegan-friendly restaurants in the area. 

Red Bamboo is my favorite, but you can’t go wrong at Angelica Kitchen, Pure Food and Wine, or VP-2. 

For more information, check out the Veggie Pride Parade’s website.