YWCA sets date for Charleston's annual MLK Day Parade; programs to honor Dr. King's legacy
Jan 09, 2025
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) - Mark your calendars for the celebration that attracts hundreds to downtown Charleston each year. The YWCA Greater Charleston will hold its annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Parade on January 20th.
A series of celebrations will be held in tribute to Dr. King's legacy. Attendees can expect thought-provoking discussions, community workshops, performances, and artistic displays.
The four celebrations include:
MLK Breakfast | Thursday, January 16, 2025 | 7AM
Youth Open Mic Night | Saturday, January 18, 2025 | 6PM
Ecumenical Service | Sunday, January 19, 2025 | 4PM
MLK Day Parade | Monday, January 20, 2025 | 9AM
Executive Director LaVanda Brown stated that this year's theme, "Until Justice Just Is," represents a national initiative of the YWCA, signifying that justice should be the standard.
Attendees can enjoy a variety of bands, churches, choirs, businesses, organizations, and many familiar faces during the annual event. The parade will begin at 9 a.m. at Burke High School and will end at Mother Emanuel AME Church on Calhoun Street.
"It is the one opportunity regardless of age, income status, sponsorship level - every single person in the community can take advantage of the parade," said Brown.
According to the YWCA, Charleston was one of the first cities to hold a national tribute to Dr. King of this kind, having its first MLK celebration in 1972.
If you want to participate in the parade, there is still time! Organizers say registration will close on January 14. To sign up, click here.
No able to attend in person? The parade will air live on the Lowcountry CW from 10 a.m. until noon, and it will be streamed live on counton2.com.