New York City Set to Officially Declare July 26 as Haitian Konpa Day

Brooklyn Council Member Rita Joseph introduced a landmark resolution to recognize July 26 as "Haitian Konpa Day" across all five boroughs. The date commemorates the 1968 founding of Tabou Combo, the legendary band that helped globalize the genre and turned New York into a cultural hub.\nThe measure reflects the cultural importance of Konpa to the city's large Haitian community, ensuring the legacy of pioneers like Nemours Jean-Baptiste is officially celebrated. Supporters expect the first official citywide festivities to take place in the summer of 2026 with parades.