Miami honors MLK Day with a vibrant parade in Liberty City

MLK’s dream lives on at Dayton parade, despite the cold
For decades, marches to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. have taken place across the country. On Monday, hundreds of Dayton leaders and residents alike braved the near-zero-degree temperatures to gather at the Charles Drew Center to continue MLK’s fight.
'A dream, it never ends': MLK Day parade rolls through Punta Gorda
"This year it was to remind everybody that everyone is equal, no matter what race, color, creed, what nationality, what kind of bank account, we’re all the same," said Co-chair Zelda Smith.
See the photos: Miami honors MLK Day with a vibrant parade in Liberty City
Jackson, center, and his twin, Jason, right, watch the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day parade with their family on Monday, Jan. 20, 2025, in Liberty City in Miami, Fla. “I love seeing all the bands together; it’s a rainy day but everyone’s out enjoying,” said Diana Martinez. Alie Skowronski [email protected]
'We have to be change agents': How MLK Day events in Corning, Elmira honored legacy
"If you read (MLK's) quotes, they're just as relevant today as they were during his time," said Georgia Verdier, of the Elmira-Corning NAACP.
Miami-Dade commemorates 48th MLK Day parade with unity and celebration
MIAMI - Thousands of people gathered in Miami-Dade for the 48th annual Martin Luther King Day Parade, a celebration of unity and reflection. The event featured hundreds of participants marching, riding on floats,
South Florida Honors MLK Day With Parades, Festivals, And Events
South Florida will commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. Day with parades, festivals, and service events across Miami-Dade and Broward counties to honor the late civil rights leader's legacy.
Events, celebrations planned today for MLK Day in the Miami Valley
Communities throughout the Miami Valley have planned events and celebrations today for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
‘It means love no matter who you are’: MLK parade draws thousands, lights up downtown St. Petersburg
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his vision for equality were celebrated throughout the downtown streets of St. Petersburg.
'This work is needed more than ever': Annual Mesa MLK parade brings community together
The annual parade dates back to the committee’s formation in 1987, which propositioned the city to recognize MLK Day as a ...
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People huddle together on Garrison Avenue for MLK parade in downtown Fort Smith
The freezing temperatures did not stop people from attending the annual parade to honor Martin Luther King Jr.
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Naples celebrates 'the Dream' with parade, Martin Luther King Jr. celebration
Dancers from the Assembly of the Rock Eternal perform during the Martin Luther King Jr. parade and celebration in downtown ...
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Miami celebrates legacy of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. with 48th annual parade in Liberty City
The MLK Jr. parade in Miami's Liberty City neighborhood has a rich tradition that started in 1977, making it one of the ...
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MLK events continue past holiday at Nazareth University
Monday marked Martin Luther King Day, but festivities honoring the civil rights icon continue throughout the week at Nazareth ...
Arkansas MLK Commission recognized in Las Vegas for outstanding outreach
The Arkansas Martin Luther King Jr. Commission has formed a partnership with the Las Vegas MLK Committee to enhance efforts ...
Del Paso Heights turns out to honor MLK Jr. with parade and march
There's a call to action in Del Paso Heights as hundreds of people take part in a Dr. Martin Luther King Junior march and ...