For nearly four decades, the St. Pete MLK Parade has been a moment when the city pauses, comes together, and reflects on the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Year after year, families line the streets, community groups show up with pride, and neighbors reconnect at an event many consider a meaningful start to the new year.
On Monday, January 19, 2026, that tradition continues with the 39th Annual St. Pete MLK Parade, themed “The Power of A Dream,” hosted by the City of St. Petersburg and Tampa Bay Collard Green Festival Inc.
The parade has long been more than a single day on the calendar. It’s something many people in St. Pete plan for and look forward to each January, whether they’ve attended for decades or are experiencing it for the first time. Over the years, it has grown into one of the nation’s longest-running MLK parades, bringing together residents from across neighborhoods and generations to honor Dr. King’s vision…