 20th Annual MLK Holiday DC Peace Walk & Parade

Join us for the 20th Annual MLK Holiday DC Peace Walk &amp; Parade, celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy with this year’s theme: "Commit to the Noble Struggle for Equal Rights." For 40+ years, this historic event has honored Dr. King’s vision, starting in 1979 with radio host Ralph Waldo “Petey” Greene, Dr. Calvin W. Rolark, and Councilmember Wilhelmina J. Rolark. Held on one of the first streets named for Dr. King, the parade began six years before his birthday became a federal holiday. This year’s celebration will take place indoors at the Entertainment and Sports Arena (ESA) in Congress Heights, SE DC. Participants will march into the arena from Cypress Street, leading into a day full of activities:<ul><li>Parade performances with a reviewing stage.</li><li>Student Essay Competition Awards honoring young leaders.</li><li>A Health &amp; Wellness Fair to support community well-being.</li><li>Free groceries, local merchandise, and more!</li></ul>Dr. King’s life reminds us that “every step toward the goal of justice requires sacrifice.” Be part of this year’s MLK Holiday DC Peace Walk &amp; Parade and honor his legacy. Want to march in the parade? Register now at <a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__2025mlkhdc.eventbrite.com_&amp;d=DwMFaQ&amp;c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&amp;r=8otmrqLWwDGd1G2l5GysYky6LIcTCXQX4NyE75PJZn4&amp;m=1r11QHJIZIQFMKqDGfLqTY2CD3gLXuP0COHKNp_pk8QOlaZDPbkEI20yMZdJNUA_&amp;s=tp80cyQJZUXk4v12TqXZCn7EPPYCbmdBziu2-XjZZ_4&amp;e=">2025mlkhdc.eventbrite.com</a>. Let’s make history together on Saturday, January 18, 2025—see you there!

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