Martin Luther King, Jr. (MLK) March

The City of San Antonio, in partnership with District 2 Councilman Jalen McKee-Rodriguez and the San Antonio Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission chaired by Dwayne Robinson, is inviting the community to take part in the largest march in the nation. The 37th Martin Luther King, Jr. March and Celebration will take place in person on Monday, Jan. 19, 2026 at 10 a.m.

The 2024 celebration will begin with the in-person march kickoff at 10 a.m. at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Academy,  followed by the park celebration at Pittman-Sullivan Park. The park celebration will include a main stage with multicultural performances, a health and wellness area, a youth area, food and merchandise vendors, and information booths.

Starting Point

Address:
Martin Luther King Jr. Academy
3501 Martin Luther King Dr
San Antonio, TX, 78203
Directions

Ending Point

Address:
Pittman-Sullivan Park
1101 Iowa St
San Antonio, TX, 78203
Directions

• Route: About 2.75 miles along Martin Luther King Jr. Drive through San Antonio’s Historic East Side.
• Getting there: VIA typically offers special Park and Ride service and event-day support along the march route. Check VIA details closer to the event week for pick-up points and timing.
• Accessibility and rules: The route is flat and walkable. Cars and other motor vehicles are not allowed on the march route. Wheelchairs and mobility devices are welcome.
• What to bring: Comfortable walking shoes, water, and weather-ready layers. January mornings can be chilly.

https://www.sa.gov/Directory/Departments/CE/Special-Events/MLK/Events/March