Have a good time the good work Martin Luther King, Jr. did for the Civil Rights Motion with all of the occasions taking place in Houston on January 18 and 20, 2025. This unbelievable man has a historical past in Houston, because it was right here in 1960 through the Texas Southern College college students’ protest of desegregated lunch counters that motivated his want for civil rights. Be part of bustling Houstonians as we rejoice this essential man in historical past.
MLK Jr Day Freedom Run
January 18, 2025 | 7:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Have a good time the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. at this metropolis run at Eleanor Tinsley Park. Open to all talents. Come for an incredible ambiance and take dwelling your customized finisher’s t-shirt. The occasion is by Buffalo Bayou in Downtown. In case you are not operating, present as much as cheer on the runners!
twenty ninth Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration
January 18, 2025
Every year, the Kids’s Museum of Houston honors the legacy of civil rights chief, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., with messages of unity, justice, and peace. Starting at midday, get pleasure from musical choice, efficiency by Ministry in Notion and reenactment of I Have a Dream speech by Steve Scott. At 2 and three p.m., kids could have a particular Storytime & Craft. Following the studying, they are going to work collectively to make their very own Unity Peace Doves.
Black Heritage Society Soiree at Lodge ICON
January 18, 2025 | 6 p.m.
Immerse your self in a night stuffed with celebration, participating conversations, music, dance, and a lot extra! The distinguished Funky Larry Jones will host insightful discussions, whereas DJ Recreation will set the proper temper for the evening. The night’s Grand Marshal shall be Rev. Dr. Derek King, nephew of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Nate (Nathienal) Griffin, sports activities anchor/reporter for KRIV-TV Fox 26 Morning Present, will act as Co-Grand Marshal. In case you are coming from out of city or need a staycation, get pleasure from your keep on the ICON Lodge at a reduced price. View extra particulars.
Rothko Chapel: 2025 MLK Day Observance – Audio Set up
January 20, 2025
In honor of MLK Day annually, the enduring Rothko Chapel in Houston performs speeches from Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s life all through the day. Take heed to the quiet of the chapel resonate with MLK’s voice. This occasion is free, and registration shouldn’t be required.
- 11 a.m. – “I’ve Been to the Mountaintop,” delivered on April 3, 1968, at Mason Temple, Memphis, TN (43:06 minutes)
- 1 p.m. – “Past Vietnam: A Time to Break Silence,” delivered on April 4, 1967, at Riverside Church, New York Metropolis, NY (56:19 minutes)
- 3 p.m. – “The Different America,” delivered on April 14, 1967, at Stanford College, CA (47:54 minutes)
- 4 p.m. – “I Have a Dream,” delivered on August 28, 1963, on the Lincoln Memorial, Washington, D.C. (17:50 minutes)
forty seventh Authentic MLK Jr. Day Parade
January 20, 2025 | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
The Black Heritage Society Inc., in collaboration with the Metropolis of Houston and Mayor John Whitmire, extends an invite to the forty seventh Authentic MLK Jr. Day Parade, adopted by the MLK Jr. Competition. The parade begins in Downtown Houston at Lamar and Smith Avenue. After the parade, head to Hermann Sq. at Metropolis Corridor for the MLK Competition, which options stay performances, kid-friendly actions, arts and crafts distributors, advertising cubicles, meals, and extra family-friendly enjoyable. The forty seventh Authentic MLK Jr. Parade will characteristic Rev. Dr. Derek King, Dr. MLK Jr.’s nephew, because the Grand Marshal.
thirty first Annual MLK Grande Parade
January 20, 2025 | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
The thirty first Annual MLK Grande Parade shall be held on January 20, 2025, in Midtown Houston, originating on San Jacinto Avenue & Elgin Avenue starting @ 10A (CST). The parade’s theme is “Unity Via Range” and can characteristic culturally Various efficiency teams from throughout the nation.
