The City of York will host a Martin Luther King Jr. Street Dedication and Community March on Friday, August 28, 2026, commemorating the 63rd anniversary of Dr. King’s historic “I Have a Dream” speech.
Community marches will begin at 10:00 a.m. from two locations and will come together for the official dedication ceremony at 11:00 a.m. at Penn Park.
“This street dedication will serve as a lasting reminder of Dr. King’s legacy and our continued responsibility to advance unity, equality, justice, and opportunity in our community,” said Mayor Sandie Walker.
The community marches and ceremony will bring together faith and community leaders, young people from early learning through high school, and residents from across York. The event will conclude with the official unveiling of the Martin Luther King Jr. street designation.
EVENT DETAILS
- Friday, August 28, 2026
- 10:00 a.m. — Community March Begins
West End: West College Avenue and Belvidere Avenue
East End: East College Avenue and Edgar Street - 11:00 a.m. — Dedication Ceremony
Penn Park, York, PA - Street Sign Unveiling: West College Avenue and South Beaver Street
- The public and members of the media are invited to attend.
MEDIA AVAILABILITY
Mayor Walker will be available for media interviews on Friday, August 21, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Media outlets interested in scheduling an interview should contact the Mayor’s Office in advance at mayorsoffice@yorkcity.org.
