2023 Athens MLK Day Parade

The Athens MLK Jr. Day Parade and Music Festival honors the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. and promote culture, inclusion, and diversity in Downtown Athens. This event includes live performances, vendors, a kids' fun zone, and much more.

Festivities begin at 1 p.m. on the corner of Hull and Washington Street. Local schools, organizations, nonprofits, churches, dance teams, mobile vehicles, and various organizations are welcome to participate in the parade.

VENDORS, PLEASE READ

• 11 AM CHECK-IN on the corner of Washington/Hull in front of Morton Theatre. More details will be provided at check-in.
• All vendors must bring a 6x6 table/tent if needed. 10x10 space will be provided.
• Food vendors are required to decompose.

PARADE PARTICIPANTS

• CHECK-IN BEGINS1:00 pm parade, strictly enforced. Line up on Washington Street (between Hull/Lumpkin Street). 
• 3 pm Parade begins (parade appx 45 minutes).

3 PM Parade Begins route/details:

• The parade starts and ends on the corner of Hull and Washington Street. At the parade's end, mobile floats and vehicles will be directed to park on Washington Street. Parade walkers will be directed to the main stage for the final performance. The stage is located on Washington street near 40 Watt Club.

• 4 pm Parade ends with Honoree Ceremony (Honoring our elders). Outdoor music. performances, and festivities continue until 6 pm.

• 4:00-6 pm Outside stage w/Live Performances
• 6 pm Closure outdoor festivities end
• 6-8 pm Hip Hop Showcase at World Famous

For more information https://www.athmlkparade.com/