318 MLK DreamFest

01/24/2026

[RESCHEDULED] Due to the weekend weather forecast, the Bridge Builders Breakfast has been rescheduled to Sat. February 28th, 9AM, Shreveport Convention Center.
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The North Louisiana Civil Rights Coalition 3rd Annual Bridge Builders Breakfast is proud to recognize individuals who embody the spirit of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., making a difference across racial, social, civic, economic, and geographic barriers for the betterment of our community.
The 2026 Bridge Builders Award honorees are: Ms. Omari Ho-Sang, Ms. K.C. Kilpatrick, Dr. Martin Lemelle, Mr. Marion Marks, Dr. Mary Nash-Robinson, District Attorney James Stewart, Councilwoman Tabatha Taylor, and Christo Wells-Lancaster. The guest speaker is community leader Dr. R. Timothy Jones, Pastor of Peaceful Rest Baptist Church.

01/21/2026

Dream Week continues at Centenary College! A week of educational and cultural events honoring Dr. King’s legacy.
For more info visit:

Looking for top Shreveport colleges? Centenary College of Louisiana stands out with its strong academic programs, supportive faculty, and enriching student life.

01/20/2026

Mission Possible II: Building Community! Join LSUS Office of Community Engagement for a celebration of justice featuring Mahogany Ensemble Theatre and Daniel Coleman.
📍 11 AM–12 PM

01/19/2026

The Krewe of Harambee’s inaugural Dreamfest Festival begins at 2 PM!
Food trucks, vendors, music, and entertainment at Shreveport Caddo Common Park.
📍 2–5 PM | Bring the whole family!

01/19/2026

📻 Tune in to KDKS 102.1 from 12–3 PM for King: From Atlanta to the Mountain Top—stories, reflections, and community voices.

This three-hour special radio broadcast chronicles Dr. King’s life and legacy through inspirational messages, historical reflections, and voices from community and faith leaders dedicated to unity, service, and progress.

01/19/2026

The Krewe of Harambee’s Annual MLK Day Parade kicks off at 1 PM in Downtown Shreveport!

😁The Krewe of Harambee Parade rolls Monday, January 19, 2026 at 1pm.

Parade Route:
• Begins at Milam Street & Common Street heading east
• Turns north onto Edwards Street
• Then turns west onto Texas Street
• When it reaches Common Street, the parade will jog north to Sprague Street
• Parade ends at Douglas Street

Important Safety Notice:
The entire parade route will be fully closed to traffic starting at 12:00 p.m. (noon) to keep our community safe while we celebrate.
So grab your lawn chairs, your krewe, and your Carnival spirit — and meet us on the route as we kick off Mardi Gras season the right way!

Laissez les bons temps rouler!
I Shreveport!

01/19/2026

The Krewe of Harambee Annual MLK Hopes & Dreams Scholarship Breakfast annually supports students with scholarships and honors Dr. King’s call to uplift future leaders. Guest speaker : Minister Michael Coleman Hicks.

📍 Petroleum Club | ⏰ 8–10 AM

01/18/2026

A time to worship, reflect, and honor.
Join the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Worship Celebration Sunday morning.
📍 Morning Star Baptist Church
⏰ 11:00 AM

01/17/2026

🎶 The finalists take the stage TODAY!
Experience the Voices of the Dream Choir Competition Finals at The Strand Theatre. Featuring the following high school, college, and community choirs from Louisiana, Texas, and Mississippi!

📍 ⏰ 3 PM | 🎟️ thestrandtheatre.com
Get your tickets online or at the door!

01/17/2026

Thank You, KTBS 3 News for featuring the inaugural Voices of the Dream Choir Competition Preliminary Round!

Don’t miss the Final Round of competition today at The Strand Theatre 3PM. For tickets, visit: thestrandtheatre.com

Check out the feature below!

https://www.ktbs.com/voices-of-the-dream/video_4879ff83-7cce-5d02-a386-1386fee8c80d.html

Click here to view this video from ktbs.com.

01/17/2026

Serve. Support. Celebrate.
The Mystic Krewe of Imani MLK Day Resource Fair honors Dr. King through service—resources, health vendors, youth activities, food, and giveaways.
📍 Airport Park Community Center
⏰ 10 AM–3 PM

01/16/2026

🎶 Voices will rise TODAY!
Join us for the inaugural Voices of the Dream Choir Competition Preliminary Round—an inspiring afternoon featuring local and regional choirs celebrating music, unity, and Dr. King’s legacy.

📍 First Methodist Church
500 Common Street
Downtown Shreveport, LA

⏰ 12 PM - 5:30 PM | FREE