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DHA 2026 MLK Schedule of Events

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The Wreath-laying Ceremony will begin at the LBJ/MLK Crossroads Memorial in San Marcos, TX, at 9:30 a.m. on January 19, 2026. All other times are approximate.

9:30 a.m. -Wreath-laying Ceremony at the Crossroads Memorial

10:15 a.m. -Silent march/walk to the Hays County Courthouse Square

11:00 a.m. -The MLK program and Celebration will take place immediately after the walk.

The keynote address will be delivered at the courthouse.

12:00 p.m. Reception at the Paul Laurence Dunbar Recreation Center, 801 MLK Dr. Free food and drinks provided.

Dress in layers and wear comfortable shoes. The morning will start off cold and warm up to a beautiful 65 degrees.

MLK 2026

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DHA is ready to celebrate the 2026 Martin Luther King Jr. holiday.

The celebration starts at the corner of LBJ and Martin Luther King Jr. streets in San Marcos, TX. at 9:30 a.m. If you are presenting a wreath or registered to walk with your group, arrive no later than 8:45 a.m.

Please visit our MLK 2026 page for more details: 2026 MLK SMTX! Or use the MLK 2026 dropdown tab for more information about how to participate.

Why We Sing!

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Lift Every Voice and Sing

Why do we sing the Black National Anthem?  That is a question that I am sure many people have asked themselves.  What is it exactly and why is it necessary?  Before we can answer this question, we must first understand the social, historical, and political context of how the song came into existence. 

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