Western York County NAACP 45th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Parade

South Carolina’s Longest-Running Martin Luther King Jr. Day Parade!

With tremendous excitement and jubilation, the Western York County Branch of the NAACP proudly announces the kickoff of planning for our 45th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Parade!

As the oldest and longest-running MLK Day Parade in the state of South Carolina, this cherished tradition continues to honor Dr. King’s legacy with unity, celebration, and community pride. Join us for a vibrant afternoon filled with marching bands, community groups, dancers, floats, and families coming together to uplift Dr. King’s message of justice, equality, and hope.

This year’s parade will take place on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at 1:00 PM in York, South Carolina.

With this link, you'll be able to register as a participant in the parade(donation) and/or a vendor for the field activities held on Jefferson field!

Mark your calendars—this is a celebration you don’t want to miss!

For more information or questions, please contact:

Info: Trinity United Methodist Church Parking Lot 22 E. Liberty Street, York SC 29745

Info: The parade begins on East Madison Street, traveling through York(Congress Street) and finishing on Pinckney Street at the site of the old Jefferson High School football field—a location rich with community history and legacy.

Info: Stage & band performances, honorees, vendors, fun and much more for the entire community!

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