Due to the frigid weather, the Marade will now start with a short program at 10:30 a.m. near the MLK statue in City Park. The Marade will start at 11 a.m. Post-Marade events have been canceled.Civil Rights Leader Martin Luther King, Jr.’s legacy is commemorated in Denver with what has grown to be one of the largest MLK Day celebrations in the U.S. — even larger than that of Washington D.C. Among the local events set to honor Dr. King is the annual Marade, on Monday, January 20, 2025, (held rain, snow or shine).
The marade (a combo of march and parade) starts at E. Colfax Ave. (at Columbine) south of City Park. Participants strut their stuff straight west along Colfax, ending three miles later at Civic Center Park’s Greek Theater.
The event is preceded by a 10:30 a.m. program honoring Dr. King at City Park, with the actual walk stepping off at about 11 a.m.
A Closing Ceremony and Resource Fair immediately follows the Marade, in Civic Center Park’s Greek Theater. Entertainment and festivities should run until about 1 p.m.
This year will introduce the MLK Marade Bike Ride starting at 2 p.m. The ride will celebrate Dr. King and visit local Black historical landmarks. It is expected to run about two hours.
You can check for updates on the Marade’s Facebook page.
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