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45th Annual Tulsa MLK Parade

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Parade Details

45th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative Parade

THEME: "Dr. King's Dream: A Vision for the Future”

Monday, January 15, 2024 – 11:00 A.M.

Corner of N. Detroit Ave. & John Hope Franklin Blvd.

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The intent of the MLK Day Parade is for participants of all ages to have fun, remember Dr. King’s legacy and how they can be a part of keeping his dream alive.  The floats and various entries should convey the theme and be appropriate for viewing by children and adults. Parade Marshals, Security Personnel and Super Volunteers will be posted along the parade route to ensure the safety of the parade participants and guests as well as ensure consistent spacing between units. The City of Tulsa Animal Control Unit and Tulsa Health Department will be working the MLK Parade to ensure compliance with animal control ordinances and health code ordinances. 

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Event Schedule

7:00 am to 10:00 am

Check-in: Park at your designated spot/number; we will come by and check you in

8:30 am - Parade Judging Begins

11:00 am - Parade Begins

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Be a Volunteer on
Parade Day!

Volunteer to help at the 45th Annual MLK Jr. Commemorative Celebrations & Parade. Email us for more info at mlktulsa@gmail.com

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Entry Fees

Non-Profit*

Early Bird (Deadline  October 31)                                             $65       

Regular Registration (Deadline November 30)                         $75       

Late Registration (Deadline December 31)                             $125

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*Car clubs: use non-profit rate plus add an additional charge of $10 per vehicle.*

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Small Businesses             

Early Bird (Deadline  October 31)                                            $140     

Regular Registration (Deadline November 30)                        $150     

Late Registration (Deadline December 31)                              $200

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Corporate          

Early Bird (Deadline  October 31)                                            $290     

Regular Registration (Deadline November 30)                        $300     

Late Registration (Deadline December 31)                              $350

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**NO REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER DECEMBER 31st**

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Sponsorship Packages

MLK COMMEMORATION SOCIETY CELEBRATION SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES

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MLK LEGACY SPONSOR LEVEL - $5,000

  • Platinum Celebration sponsor will be recognized at the Commemorative Service and Student Award Assembly

  • $1,500 donated to the MLK Scholarship Fund on behalf of your organization, company or individual

  • Parade entry

  • Full page ad with premium placement in official event program booklet

  • Year-round presence on MLKTULSA.com website

  • Recognition in parade program, news and social media releases

  • Invitation to Sponsor reception

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SERVANT LEADER LEVEL - $3,500

  • Official Celebration sponsor will be recognized at Student Award Assembly

  • $1,000 donated to the MLK Scholarship Fund on behalf of your organization, company or individual

  • Parade entry

  • Full page ad with premium placement in official event program booklet

  • Year-round presence on MLKTULSA.com website

  • Invitation to Sponsor reception

 

CHANGE MAKER LEVEL – $2,500

  • $750 donated to the MLK Scholarship Fund on behalf of your organization, company or individual

  • Title Sponsor for a special designated event will be recognized at Student Award Assembly

  • Parade entry

  • Full page ad with premium placement in official event program booklet

  • Year-round presence on MLKTULSA.com website

  • Invitation to Sponsor reception

 

DREAM KEEPER LEVEL – $2,000

  • $500 donated to the MLK Scholarship Fund on behalf of your organization, company or individual

  • Parade entry

  • Half page ad with premium placement in official event program booklet

  • Year-round presence on MLKTULSA.com website

  • Invitation to Sponsor reception

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DRUM MAJOR FOR JUSTICE LEVEL – $1,500

  • $375 donated to the MLK Scholarship Fund on behalf of your organization, company or individual

  • Parade entry

  • Half page ad with premium placement in official event program booklet

  • Year-round presence on MLKTULSA.com website

  • Invitation to Sponsor reception

 

MOUNTAIN OF HOPE LEVEL – $1,000

  • $250 donated to the MLK Scholarship Fund on behalf of your organization, company or individual

  • Parade entry

  • Half page ad with premium placement in official event program booklet

  • Year-round presence on MLKTULSA.com website

  • Invitation to Sponsor reception

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BELOVED COMMUNITY LEVEL – $500

  • $75 donated to the MLK Scholarship Fund on behalf of your organization, company or individual

  • Parade entry

  • Half page ad with premium placement in official event program booklet

  • Year-round presence on MLKTULSA.com

  • Invitation to Sponsor reception


SCHOLARSHIP/PATRON DONATIONS:

You may make a tax-deductible donation to the MLK Scholarship Fund or the Celebration without participating in the parade. Any amount will be greatly appreciated! Donations of $25 or more will receive a special letter of appreciation.

 

Note: The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemoration Society has provided direct programming, leadership development, civic engagement and opportunities for artistic expression for more than 20,000 boys and girls across the city of Tulsa, Tulsa County and the surrounding areas since it was founded in 1978. The Society has awarded $132,000 in scholarships over the past three decades to local high school graduates aspiring to achieve Dr. King’s dream.

 

For more information or inquiries, please call 918.492.9495, leave your name, phone number, and a brief message and your call will be returned as soon as possible. You can also email us at mlktulsa@gmail.com.

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