One of the biggest annual events in this quiet part of Manhattan, it drew a lot of families. While there were a lot of little girls dressed as princesses like previous years, this year I saw a large portion of them wielding weapons like crossbows and swords. Dressing like a pirate was quite popular among the young female set, and I think I have to thank the Hunger Games effect for the resurgence of archery.
There were performances of music, sword fighting, crafts, etc. Lots of vendors if you need a handcrafted leather mask, hilt or viking hat...