Dr. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. CELEBRATION

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration

Although this year’s parade has been cancelled, there are several options to participate virtually and to honor the legacy and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

  • Virtual Film Screening & Moderated Discussion: John Lewis: Good Trouble presented by the City of Fort Worth. Film screening Tuesday January 12, 2021 7:00 PM through Thursday January 14, 2021 7:00 PM. Moderated discussion January 14, 2021 7:00 PM. Register online.

  • Thursday January 14, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM: Virtual Panel Discussion on The Importance of Creating an African American Museum in Fort Worth, featuring panelists John L. Barnett, DDS; Jason Shelton, Ph.D.; and Andy Taft, president of Downtown Fort Worth Inc., and moderated by Fort Worth Assistant City Manager Fernando Costa. Register online. 

  • Friday January 15, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Honoring Civil Rights Activist Pioneers featuring historian, author, and educator Dr. W. Marvin Dulaney as guest speaker. This event will be held in-person at The Warehouse, 1125 E. Berry St. (advance ticket purchase required), and virtually via YouTube at no charge.

  • Saturday January 16, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM: MLK Day of Service: Food & Blanket Drop Off/ Free Family Fun Day. Location: The Ranch, 3534 E. Berry Street, Fort Worth, TX 76105
    A day of service opportunity through accepting and packing donations of non-perishable food items and blankets to be distributed to area food banks and shelters. Family Fun will be provided through socially distanced, outdoor games and activities. The event is free to all and pre-registration is requested.

  • Saturday January 16, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM: Celebrate with Music! featuring the David Whiteman Band. This event will be held in-person at The Warehouse, 1125 E. Berry St. (advance ticket purchase required), and virtually via YouTube at no charge.

  • Sunday January 17, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM: Celebrate with Music! featuring “An Evening of Jazz.” This event will be held in-person at The Warehouse, 1125 E. Berry St. (advance ticket purchase required), and virtually via YouTube at no charge.

  • Monday January 18, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM: A Tribute to Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. featuring the “I Have a Dream Speech” video presentation via YouTube.

Kristina Lundquist