Several events are taking place through the Tampa Bay area to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

TAMPA, Fla. — Communities across the Tampa Bay area will gather to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a civil rights hero and activist who fought for the rights of all people during the civil rights movement.

This year, several celebrations will be taking place on the national holiday to celebrate his legacy.

Here are five events taking place throughout the Tampa Bay area.

Tampa’s Martin Luther King Parade

What: This family-friendly parade will include floats, marching bands, equestrian groups and decorated vehicles for a variety of local organizations.

When: Begins at noon on Monday, Jan. 19

Where: The parade route starts at Cuscaden Park on 15th Street and 21st Avenue and will end at Osborne Avenue and 22nd Street. A map can be found on the event website.

St. Pete’s MLK Power of a Dream Parade

What: The event, presented by the city of St. Pete and Tampa Bay Collard Green Festival Inc., will celebrate and honor the civil rights activist with floats, marching bands and cultural performances. 

When: Begins at 11 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 19

Where: The parade travels east to west on 1st Avenue South.

Clearwater Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration

What: This celebration, presented by the city of Clearwater and the NAACP Clearwater Upper Pinellas County Branch, will kick off with a community breakfast and then a march procession.

When: 8 a.m. to noon on Monday, Jan. 19

Where: The breakfast will be held at North Greenwood Recreation Center, followed by a march procession.

Lakeland’s Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parade

What: Local churches, organizations, daycares, fraternities, sororities, dance groups, bands and businesses will honor the legacy of the civil rights activist. 

When: Begins 1 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 17

Where: The parade will stroll down Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue. 

Sarasota Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Unity Walk and Festival

What: A community walk to honor the civil rights leader, followed by a festival hosted at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park with live performances and local vendors.

When: Walk is from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 19; Festival takes place from noon to 4 p.m.

Where: Walk starts at Robert L. Taylor Community Complex and stops at Dr. MLK Park, where the festival will take place.