Events in Central Texas honoring Dr. King with food tours, performances and gatherings

AUSTIN, Texas — Austin will come together on Monday, January 20th to celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with the annual MLK Community March.

The event begins with a rally at the State Capitol at 9:30 followed by a march to Huston-Tillotson University.

Attendees can enjoy a lively festival at the university with local vendors, live music and food.

Attendees are encouraged to bring canned goods or non-perishable items to support the Central Texas Food Bank.

However, an arctic cold front is expected to bring chilly and potentially dangerous conditions to the area.

The Austin Area Heritage Council, which organizes the event, advises checking their social media channels for updates before going out.

For those looking for additional ways to honor Dr. King on, there are several events in Central Texas:

• Pease Park Conservancy MLK Day Food Drive: From
• Austin Shakespeare MLK Happy Hour: Enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres and desserts as actor Marc Pouhé recites Dr. King’s inspirational words. The event starts at 5:30 pm at The Gallery at Chez Zee (5406 Balcones Dr.).
• San Marcos MLK Celebration and Walk: Starting at At 9:30 a.m., the day begins with a wreath-laying ceremony at the LBJ Crossroads Memorial, followed by a walk to the historic courthouse square and a reception at the Dunbar Recreation Center (801 MLK Dr. .).
• Georgetown MLK Day March and Program: The march will begin at noon at the Williamson County Courthouse, where participants will gather at 11:45 on the north side of the building.

Join these meaningful events in Central Texas as the community gathers to honor Dr. King’s legacy of equality, justice and unity.