San Antonio Gears Up for 36th Annual MLK Day March and Celebration

Published on January 09, 2024

SAN ANTONIO (January 9, 2024) – The Alamo City is gearing up for its 36th annual Martin Luther King, Jr. (MLK) March and Celebration, a beloved tradition honoring the life and legacy of Dr. King. This year’s event presents a vibrant tapestry of community, music, activism, with a schedule of engaging activities for all ages.

A March for Unity and Progress

The festivities culminate on Monday, January 15, with the signature MLK March. Leaving from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Academy at 10 a.m., the march will weave its way through the heart of San Antonio, ending at historic Pittman-Sullivan Park. This powerful display of unity and progress serves as a powerful reminder of Dr. King’s dream and a call to action for the future.

Key Details

• What: 36th Annual MLK Day March and Celebration
• When: Monday, January 15
• Time: March begins at 10 a.m., Celebration at Pittman-Sullivan Park from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Where: March starts at Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Academy and ends at Pittman-Sullivan Park
• Website: SA.gov/MLK

A Celebration of Community

Once at Pittman-Sullivan Park, the celebration begins! From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., the park will come alive with a vibrant array of activities. Live music will fill the air, while vendors tempt taste buds with food offerings. Families can enjoy a dedicated children’s area with fun activities and games, while informative booths showcase the work of local organizations dedicated to social justice and equality.

Following the march and celebration, a stage set against the backdrop of Pittman-Sullivan Park will host three exceptional speakers who will further ignite the spirit of Dr. King's message. Anya Dillard,  Jerome Foster II, and Amariyanna Copeny will offer their unique perspectives and inspire continued action towards a more just and equitable world.

More Than Just a Day

The MLK Day March and Celebration is just one piece of a larger puzzle. Throughout the month of January, San Antonio will host a variety of related events, including educational programming and volunteer opportunities. These events provide deeper context for Dr. King’s message and inspire individuals to take action in their own communities.

Friday, January 12 at 7 p.m.

Baptist Ministers Union Worship Service
Antioch Missionary Baptist Church, 1001 North Walters St., 78202

Saturday, January 13 at 8 a.m.

Youth Summit Game Truck Day
Lockwood Park, 801 North Olive St., 78202

Saturday, January 13 at 4 p.m.

Community Celebration Awards Dinner
3730 IH-10, 78220

Sunday, January 14 at 8 a.m.

Youth Summit Sports Spurs Day
6903 S. Sunbelt Dr., 78218

Sunday, January 14 at 2 p.m.

Wreath Laying Ceremony
N New Braunfels Ave & E Houston St., 78202

Sunday, January 14 at 4:30 p.m.

Interfaith Worship Service
St. Paul United Methodist Church, 508 Center St., 78202

Monday, January 15 at 8 a.m.

Pre-March Worship Service
3501 Martin Luther King Dr., 78220