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Cold Weather Advisory

The Marade is running on a delayed and shortened event schedule. The Opening Ceremony at City Park will start at 10:30 a.m. and the Marade Step Off will start at 11:15 a.m. with Civic Center Programming and Bike Tour canceled. Attendees are strongly advised to dress warmly. Warming shelters are located at Carla Madison Recreation Center, Church in the City, The Webb Building, and Pete's Kitchen. Children, senior citizens, and those with underlying health conditions are discouraged from attending.

Marade Route

Marade Participation Application

Join the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Denver "Marade,"
(march + parade), the only one of its kind in the nation.

Date: Monday, Jan. 20, 2025

Starting location: Denver City Park

  • *9:30 a.m. - Opening Ceremony @ City Park
    (Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. statue)
  • *10:45 a.m.- Marade Step-Off @ City Park
  • *Times subject to change

Ending Location: Civic Center Park

Closing Ceremony

  • Performances
  • Community vendor resources
  • Food Trucks

Post Closing Ceremony

  • Dr. King Legacy Bike Ride
  • For more information on the bike ride, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Frequently Asked
Questions

Will the Marade ever get canceled due to the weather?

The Marade will always happen, rain, snow or shine! Warming stations will be designated and communicated closer to the day of the Marade. 

Where can I park?

Parking is available on 23rd, East Parking Lot, Carla Madison Rec Center by East High School, street parking

Where can I eat?

Vendors and food trucks will be available at Civic Center Park. There are also businesses and restaurants along Colfax you can support.

Are there restrooms?

Port-o-potties are located near the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. statue at City Park and will be available at Civic Center. 

Where can I stay warm?

Warming stations will be confirmed through media outlets closer to the day of the Marade. 

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