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Long Beach MLK Parade & Celebration

Martin Luther King, Jr. Parade and Celebration, three women celebrating holding signs reading "civil rights"
Central Long Beach
998 E Anaheim St
Long Beach, CA, California 90813
Saturday, January 17, 2026 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Free

SAVE THE DATE! 38th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Parade & Celebration

The City of Long Beach and Office of Sixth District Councilwoman Dr. Suely Saro proudly present the 38th annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Parade and Celebration, a family-friendly event honoring the life, legacy and values of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The event will take place Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026, in Central Long Beach.

The annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Parade and Celebration is a longstanding tradition that celebrates the diverse community of Central Long Beach. This festival serves to honor and keep alive the ideals of Dr. King through arts, remembrance and meaningful perspectives.

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