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Sunday, May 10, 2026

martin luther king junior parade

Marching in memory of Martin Luther King Jr.

Since 1986, the National MLK Drum Major for Justice Parade has drawn thousands to the streets of St. Petersburg.  USFSP students and staff came out to join in the parade with beads and candy for the eager visitors.  Many student clubs and organizations showed their support for the community including: Student Government, the Black Student

USFSP plans MLK parade march

On Jan. 16, the largest Martin Luther King Jr. Day Parade in the Southeastern United States will march 2.5 miles through St. Petersburg, starting at Tropicana Field and ending at Vinoy Park. The parade typically attracts around 100,000 spectators with over 125 marching bands and floats. The parade starts at 11 a.m. and is scheduled