This event was held in Times Square on Monday, May 13, 2024, as Yom HaZikaron (Israeli Memorial Day) transitioned into Yom HaAtzmaut (Israeli Independence Day). An estimated 800-1,000 people showed up to take part in this diverse event: speeches, a memorial service, musical performances, and a big street party.
The rally featured: Rabbi Shmuley Boteach, emcee; Morton Klein, Keynote Speaker; Professor Alan Dershowitz; Lady Anya Gillinson; musical performers Laivy Miller, son of Matisyahu, and Israeli singer Gad Elbaz; and Nissim Louk, father of October 7th victim Shani Louk.