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Founded in 1994, our aim is to support local business and neighborhoods through beautification, advocacy and social events.

The MLK Business District runs from 26th Avenue South to 34th Avenue North. The MLK Business District is a growing association of business owners dedicated to supporting each other, expanding our businesses, and strengthening our presence in the community. The District runs from 26th Avenue South to 34th Avenue North.

10/13/2026

🎃 CHANGE OF PLANS, SAME COMMUNITY SPIRIT! 🍂

We're trading our monthly members meeting for something a little more festive this October!

The MLK Business District will not be hosting our regular monthly members meeting this month. Instead, we're inviting our members, local businesses, and neighbors to come together for The Great Pumpkin Fall Festival! 🎃

📅 Saturday, October 24, 2026
⏰ 3 PM – 6 PM
📍 Community Lot at 1000 MLK St S, St. Petersburg
🎟️ FREE Admission!

WE NEED FOOD TRUCKS! Email [email protected] if interested!

Join us for an afternoon of community connection, family fun, and supporting local businesses!

🍁 Shop local vendors and makers
🚚 Enjoy delicious food trucks
🎃 Explore the pumpkin patch
🎶 Live music and entertainment
🍬 Trick or treating and costume contests
🎨 Kids' activities, games, and more!

This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow business owners, meet your neighbors, and celebrate the vibrant community we're building together.

Interested in getting involved? We're still welcoming vendors, sponsors, and community partners who want to be part of the festivities!

Visit MLKBusinessDistrict.org for more information.

We can't wait to see you there! 🧡

09/09/2026

See you tonight!
DISTRICT 6 CANDIDATE MEETING | SEPTEMBER 9th🗳️

The MLK Business District invites our members, local business owners and community stakeholders to join us for a special September meeting featuring St. Petersburg City Council District 6 Primary candidates Linsey Grove and Trevor Mallory.

📅 September 9th

⏰ 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
📍 Sapien Art Fitness

701 Dr. M.L.K. Jr. St. S., Suite A
St. Petersburg, FL

🚗Additional parking at 801 MLK S across 8th Ave S from 4Fitness!

With the District 6 Primary approaching, this meeting is an opportunity to hear directly from Linsey Grove and Trevor Mallory as they share their respective visions for District 6 and the future of St. Petersburg.

Both candidates will be provided equal time to speak, giving attendees the opportunity to learn more about their priorities, perspectives and plans for the district.

Our September meeting will be hosted by Sapien Art Fitness, a local St. Pete fitness and wellness community focused on intentional movement, strength and whole person wellness.

Mark your calendar and join us September 9th.

✨ Learn more at MLKBusinessDistrict.org
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09/07/2026

DISTRICT 6 CANDIDATE MEETING | SEPTEMBER 9th 🗳️

The MLK Business District invites our members, local business owners and community stakeholders to join us for a special September meeting featuring St. Petersburg City Council District 6 Primary candidates Linsey Grove and Trevor Mallory.

📅 September 9th

⏰ 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
📍 Sapien Art Fitness

701 Dr. M.L.K. Jr. St. S., Suite A
St. Petersburg, FL

🚗Additional parking at 801 MLK S across 8th Ave S from 4Fitness!

With the District 6 Primary approaching, this meeting is an opportunity to hear directly from Linsey Grove and Trevor Mallory as they share their respective visions for District 6 and the future of St. Petersburg.

Both candidates will be provided equal time to speak, giving attendees the opportunity to learn more about their priorities, perspectives and plans for the district.

Our September meeting will be hosted by Sapien Art Fitness, a local St. Pete fitness and wellness community focused on intentional movement, strength and whole person wellness.

Mark your calendar and join us September 9th.

✨ Learn more at MLKBusinessDistrict.org

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08/28/2026

🕯️ A Walk for Awareness. A Call for Safer Streets.

Tomorrow, we invite our community to come together in remembrance of the lives tragically lost in pedestrian incidents along the MLK corridor and to stand together in calling for safer streets.

📅 Saturday, August 29
⏰ 10:00 AM
📍 Beginning at the parking lot of the Looking Glass project, north of Greenwood Cemetery
🌦️ Weather permitting

We will begin with a moment of silence, followed by remarks from family, friends and members of our community.

Together, we will then walk along MLK, cross at 11th Avenue and return along the opposite side of the street.

Every person walking represents something bigger: a neighbor, a family, a business owner, a child and a community that deserves to move safely along our streets.

Please join us as we remember those we have lost, raise awareness about the pedestrian tragedies along the MLK corridor and call for meaningful improvements that make our streets safer for everyone.

🕯️ Remembering lives lost.
🚶 Walking together.
❤️ Advocating for a safer MLK.

07/08/2026

Join Us for the MLK Business District Monthly Networking Social!

Connect with local business owners, community leaders, and stakeholders at our upcoming networking social hosted by 4Fitness

📍 Location: 4Fitness
📅 Date: Wednesday, July 8, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM

🚗 Parking Available: Adjacent parking lot to the south

At 4Fitness Personal Training Studio, Tracie has built an inclusive environment that embraces and caters to diverse body sizes and shapes. There are no overwhelming mirrors, no side-eyes from the gym rats, and no judgment from staff or other participants in group classes. A constant learner, Tracie holds certifications in Holistic Lifestyle Coach, Aerial Yoga, Scientific Back Training, Wellness Coach, and Life Coach. 4Fitness, located in the Downtown St. Petersburg, FL area, is a holistic personal training facility that emphasizes “joint-friendly” exercise and workout programs. Her approach is designed for progress – no matter where you are starting.

🎤 Trevor Mallory (District 6) – Trevor Mallory grew up in St. Petersburg’s Lakewood neighborhood, where community support helped him develop his talent for baseball and ultimately led to a six-year professional career with the Toronto Blue Jays. After retiring, he returned home to invest in the city that invested in him, focusing on affordable housing, youth mentorship, and community development. Through leadership roles in housing nonprofits and city advisory boards, Trevor has worked to expand housing opportunities, strengthen neighborhoods, and ensure every resident has a voice in shaping St. Petersburg’s future.

Learn more: https://loom.ly/paBZpcE

🎤 Maria Scruggs (Mayoral Candidate) : Maria has dedicated more than 40 years to public service, nonprofit leadership, and community advocacy in St. Petersburg, combining her expertise in criminal justice and public administration with a lifelong commitment to improving opportunities for local families. As Founder and CEO of The Phyllis Wheatley Rise to Read Campaign and a leader in youth development, early childhood education, civil rights, and health advocacy, she has launched transformative programs that have strengthened neighborhoods, expanded educational access, and improved quality of life throughout the community. Through her leadership roles, professional achievements, and service to organizations such as the NAACP and Historic Bethel A.M.E. Church, Maria has built a legacy of empowering residents and creating lasting positive change in St. Petersburg.

Learn More: https://loom.ly/us-vYnY

Note from the district : This event is educational and issue-focused in nature. The MLK Business District does not endorse any candidate.

📩 Please RSVP: [email protected]

Feel free to share this invitation with other business owners and stakeholders throughout the district. We look forward to connecting, learning, and building stronger community relationships together.

07/04/2026

🇺🇸 Happy Fourth of July from the MLK Business District! ❤️🤍💙

Today, we celebrate the spirit of independence, community, and the small businesses that help make our neighborhoods thrive. As you enjoy the holiday with family and friends, we encourage you to shop local, dine local, and support the entrepreneurs who work every day to strengthen our community.

Whether you're attending a local event, enjoying a backyard barbecue, or watching fireworks, we hope your day is filled with joy, gratitude, and celebration.

From all of us at the MLK Business District, we wish you a safe, happy, and memorable Independence Day!

06/10/2026

🌟 Join Us TONIGHT for the MLK Business District Monthly Networking Social! 🌟

Connect with local business owners, community leaders, and stakeholders at our upcoming networking social hosted by The Nail Room St. Pete, a luxury boutique nail salon known for exceptional service, transparency, and a welcoming, elevated experience.

📍 Location: The Nail Room St. Pete
📅 Date: Wednesday, June 10, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM

🚗 Parking Available: On-site lot, street parking, and parking under I-375.

We are excited to welcome two distinguished keynote speakers:

🎤 Terri Balliet – A lifelong Pinellas County resident and nationally recognized nonprofit leader with over 25 years of experience improving outcomes for children, families, and communities. From launching St. Pete's CALL program to leading a $120 million child welfare agency, Terri has built a career focused on meaningful community impact.

Learn more: https://loom.ly/wuBJPVQ

🎤 Kyandra Darling: A proud fourth-generation St. Petersburg native, lifelong Democrat, and working mother dedicated to strengthening schools, neighborhoods, healthcare access, and housing opportunities for local families.

Learn more: https://loom.ly/pacyHlI

📩 Please RSVP: [email protected]

Feel free to share this invitation with other business owners and stakeholders throughout the district. We look forward to connecting, learning, and building stronger community relationships together.

Note from the district : This event is educational and issue-focused in nature. The MLK Business District does not endorse any candidate.

06/03/2026

🌟 Join Us for the MLK Business District Monthly Networking Social! 🌟

Connect with local business owners, community leaders, and stakeholders at our upcoming networking social hosted by The Nail Room St. Pete, a luxury boutique nail salon known for exceptional service, transparency, and a welcoming, elevated experience.

📍 Location: The Nail Room St. Pete
📅 Date: Wednesday, June 10, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM

🚗 **Parking Available:** On-site lot, street parking, and parking under I-275.

We are excited to welcome two distinguished keynote speakers:

🎤 Terri Balliet – A lifelong Pinellas County resident and nationally recognized nonprofit leader with over 25 years of experience improving outcomes for children, families, and communities. From launching St. Pete's CALL program to leading a $120 million child welfare agency, Terri has built a career focused on meaningful community impact.

Learn more: https://loom.ly/wuBJPVQ

🎤 Kyandra Darling: A proud fourth-generation St. Petersburg native, lifelong Democrat, and working mother dedicated to strengthening schools, neighborhoods, healthcare access, and housing opportunities for local families.

Learn more: https://loom.ly/pacyHlI

📩 Please RSVP: [email protected]

Feel free to share this invitation with other business owners and stakeholders throughout the district. We look forward to connecting, learning, and building stronger community relationships together.

Note from the district : This event is educational and issue-focused in nature. The MLK Business District does not endorse any candidate.

Address

Dr. MLK Jr Street N
Saint Petersburg, FL
33704

Telephone

+17276562798

Website

http://mlkbusinessdistrict.com/

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