Several Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebrations across DFW are adapting to forecasted cold temperatures, with some events proceeding as planned while others rescheduled. In Fort Worth, parade organizer Cliff Sparks is moving forward with his 7th annual MLK Parade.
While conditions are expected to be chilly, festivities are still planned for this federal holiday in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Martin Luther King Day celebrations will take place in Houston this week, leading up to the national holiday on Monday
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is this Monday, Jan. 20 and people all across East Texas are getting together to celebrate the holiday. Visit this article to learn more: KETK/FOX51 News covers East Texas,
Several Central Texas communities are hosting events to honor Dr. King's legacy including marches, food drives, volunteer opportunities.
Communities across North Texas will celebrate the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. leading up to MLK Day on Jan. 20, 2025.
Some districts are already closed on Monday, but the chance for snow or freezing rain has officials taking more action.
On the third Monday of the month, federal, state and local governments, institutions and various industries recognize Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Tuesday could also bring a wintry mix of snow showers and freezing rain to San Antonio and the Hill Country, creating potentially hazardous driving conditions. Those attending the city's annual Martin Luther King Jr. March will want to bundle up and stay apprised of any event updates.
Sanders believes he was one of the first people to initiate black people being allowed in the front door of the Majestic Theater after attending a movie alone. He shared that the next day he returned with a group of others also allowed inside unlike in the past. He credits King's continuing fight for equality around the country and in Fort Worth.
If frozen precipitation enters the forecast at march time, organizers said the event will be moved to the Alamodome. That call will be made Sunday night.