It’s almost Labor Day weekend — which in Brooklyn means it’s time for the West Indian Day Parade.

Since 1969 , the celebration of Caribbean culture has annually transformed Eastern Parkway into a moving festival of colorfully and sensually costumed masqueraders and stunningly decorated floats carrying carnival bands through the streets, many of which will be closed for the occasion.

“There’s no other rush than Labor Day Monday, at least for me,” said Curtis Nelson, executive director of parade costume-maker and community group Sesame Flyers International . “The music, the food, the excitement, the freedom that our costumed folks feel when they put on these wonderful costumes and are able to express themselves. … I’m just lost for words.”

This year’s parade, themed “Vive le Carniv

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