Commission Hosts MLK Jr. Parade/March and Juneteenth Celebration

Communications Director

Kristin Farley
[email protected]
(865) 215-2589

400 Main St., Room 691
Knoxville, TN 37902

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Commission Hosts MLK Jr. Parade/March and Juneteenth Celebration

Posted: 05/30/2024
Juneteenth 2024Knoxville's MLK Commemorative Commission invites the community to participate in the MLK Jr. Parade/March & Juneteenth Celebration on Wednesday, June 19, 2024.

This year’s event promises an exuberant day of celebration and remembrance at Dr. Walter Hardy Park, following the parade.

• Parade Lineup: 8:30 a.m. at Chilhowee Park
• Parade Step Off: 10 a.m. 
• Parade End: Dr. Walter Hardy Park (2020 Martin Luther King Jr Ave) at approximately 11 a.m.
• Juneteenth Celebration: Dr. Walter Hardy Park from 11am to 4pm.

This event is a cornerstone of community unity and cultural celebration, offering opportunities for local vendors, parade participants, and community organizations to engage with attendees in a vibrant setting. Whether you're marching, vending, or celebrating, there’s a role for everyone to honor the legacies of freedom and equality.

Vendor Opportunities: www.MLKKnoxville.com/Vendor-Form

Parade Participation: www.MLKKnoxville.com/Parade

For media inquiries, registration details, or more information, please contact:

Mabrey Duff, Parade Chair
Phone: 865-816-9864
Email: [email protected]