Those interested in New York property can join thousands of others in celebrating Easter with a difference as the city stages its annual parade.

Held this year on April 12th (Easter Sunday), this time-honoured tradition sees a huge number of people in costume travel through the streets of Manhattan.

The sporting of Easter bonnets by the ladies is one prominent feature of the event, with thousands showing off their headgear as they join the throng on Fifth Avenue.

Wearing American civil war costumes is another popular way for participants to mark the occasion.

New York property buyers may seek to join in the event, as well as seeing the other sights and sounds of the Big Apple.

Other activities can include climbing the Empire State Building and admiring the view, seeing a Broadway musical, shopping in Macys and enjoying the upstate New York scenery.