At a Glance
- The 2026 City of Dallas MLK Parade steps off at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, January 19.
- Over 200 floats, dance teams, civic groups, and first responders will travel the expanded route from MLK Blvd and S.M. Wright to Fair Park.
- Richard Miles, founder of Miles of Freedom, will serve as Grand Marshal.
- Why it matters: The event expects up to 70,000 attendees and spotlights Dallas’ pledge to unity, justice, and shared progress.
Dallas will honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s legacy with its annual parade on January 19, 2026. The celebration, organized by H.E.L.P. in partnership with the City of Dallas, News Of Fort Worth, and Telemundo 39, invites residents to “Walk Together in Unity with Purpose.”
Parade Schedule and Route
- 9:00 a.m. – Kickoff ceremony at the MLK Center
- 10:30 a.m. – Parade starts at MLK Boulevard and S.M. Wright Freeway
- End point: Fair Park
City officials expanded the route to improve accessibility and viewing areas.
Grand Marshal and Entries
Richard Miles, founder of the nonprofit Miles of Freedom, will lead the procession. The parade features:
- Creative floats
- Dance teams
- Cultural organizations
- First responders
- Youth groups
- Civic partners
Organizers registered more than 200 entries for the 2026 parade.
Expected Attendance
Between 25,000 and 70,000 people are expected to line the route, making it one of Dallas’ largest annual gatherings.
About H.E.L.P.
Hope Encourage Love Protect (H.E.L.P.) is the host and producer of the event. The nonprofit:
- Improves quality of life for people in need
- Serves as an official community partner with the City of Dallas Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center
- Contributes resources to the center’s programs and events
How to Participate
Spectators can find route details and additional information through the official event link provided by News Of Fort Worth.
Key Takeaways
- The parade begins at 10:30 a.m. on January 19, 2026.
- The expanded route runs from MLK Blvd and S.M. Wright to Fair Park.
- Richard Miles will lead more than 200 entries and tens of thousands of participants and viewers.
