# Event Details - **Event Name**: 2026 Athens MLK Jr. Day Parade & Music Festival - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 19 Jan, 2026 at 03:00 pm – Mon, 19 Jan, 2026 at 06:00 pm - **Event Description**: Includes a parade, live music, performances, food, and family fun.About this EventWeather Preparation: Dress warmly and prepare for cold weather. Event Check-In:Location: Outside Morton Theatre, 195 W. Washington St., Athens, GA 30601.TIMES & DETAILSFor Vendors:Check-In: Begins at 12:00 PM outside Morton Theatre (enter via Lumpkin & Washington Streets near the Washington Street Parking Lot).Setup Deadline: Must be completed by 2:00 PM.Event Start: 2:00 PM (open to the public).Food Vendors:Follow Athens-Clarke County (ACC) guidelines for compostable or recyclable greenware (plates, cups, flatware with food residue must be compostable).AADM will cover the additional $25 ACC fee.Details: ACC Vendor GuidelinesForm Submission: Special Event FoodService FormParking: After setup, all vehicles must be moved. Vendors are responsible for parking (public garages are available, fees may apply).For Parade Participants:Parade Zone Entrance: Hancock Ave & Lumpkin Street (vehicles/floats only). No parking allowed in the parade zone.Check-In & Line-Up: Begins at 2:00 PM.Parade Start: 3:00 PM at Hull Street & Hancock Avenue.Performance Guidelines:Dance groups: 2 minutes max for mainstage performances. Submit music to DJ Blue at by January 10th. Late submissions will not be accepted.Signage: Encourage positive messages aligned with the theme. Groups of five or more required.ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENTFamily-friendly activities, live performances, and vendor booths.Free inflatable rides.We look forward to seeing you there!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OOn3iRnXgaM - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/athens/2026-athens-mlk-jr-day-parade-and-music-festival/100001688455197949 - **Event Categories**: Music, Art, Entertainment, Theatre, Festivals - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 161.9, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Athens - **state**: GA - **country**: United States - **location**: Morton Theater - **lat**: 33.9584905 - **long**: -83.3786468 - **full address**: Morton Theater, 195 Washington Street, Athens, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 2026 Athens MLK Jr. Day Parade & Music Festival - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/6d449b9e3d91f619a046a712d02847972fd1749e2bb78fa43fd82977813f9f1d-rimg-w1024-h1536-dc00213f-gmir.jpg?v=1758515275 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 2026 Athens MLK Jr. Day Parade & Music Festival being held? - **A:** 2026 Athens MLK Jr. Day Parade & Music Festival takes place on Mon, 19 Jan, 2026 at 03:00 pm to Mon, 19 Jan, 2026 at 06:00 pm at Morton Theater, 195 Washington Street, Athens, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for 2026 Athens MLK Jr. Day Parade & Music Festival? - **A:** Tickets for 2026 Athens MLK Jr. Day Parade & Music Festival are priced at USD 162 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityFREE Youth Group ParticipantsFreeAvailableParade WalkersUSD 39 + USD 4 feeAvailableParade Vehicles-FloatsUSD 55 + USD 5 feeAvailableNon-profit vendorsUSD 29 + USD 4 feeAvailableGeneral VendorsUSD 55 + USD 5 feeAvailableFood Vendors-TrucksUSD 162 + USD 12 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 Athens MLK Jr. Day Parade & Music Festival? - **A:** 2026 Athens MLK Jr. Day Parade & Music Festival is organized by Athens Anti-Discrimination Movement. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 2026 Athens MLK Jr. Day Parade & Music Festival is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Athens, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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