- January 20, 2025
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People honored Martin Luther King Jr. and his historic contributions in the parade during Winter Garden’s Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration.
People had messages to share during the parade.
First United Methodist Church had a large presence in the parade.
West Orange Dream Center concluded the parade.
Lisa Cone and her nephew Malachi Porter have made attending the Winter Garden Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration a tradition, attending each year for at least the past 10 years.
The Lane family waited for the start of the parade.
Ethan Phang, 10, had a dragon painted on his face while 6-year-old Aaron Phang had a butterfly and 12-year-old Evan Phang had a snake. Face painting was one of various children’s activities at the celebration.
Dozens braved the cold and lined Plant Street for the parade.
Mary Morss and Lisa Cone wouldn't let cold weather keep them from the Winter Garden Dr. Martin Luther King celebrations.
A firetruck with the Winter Garden Fire Rescue Department made its way down Plant Street as parade-goers waved.
Winter Garden city officials lead the parade after the Winter Garden Fire Rescue Department.
State Farm representatives tossed frisbees and candy to parade-goers.
Winter Garden City Commissioner Chloe Johnson passed out candy during the parade.
People with Circles Central Florida shared a quote from Martin Luther King Jr.: "Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that mattered."
Winter Garden Mayor John Rees encouraged people to remember Martin Luther King Jr.'s message of hope and love.
Award-winning guitarist and vocalist Selwyn Birchwood was the first musical entertainment at Winter Garden's Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. celebration.
People started filling the seats to hear award-winning guitarist and vocalist Selwyn Birchwood perform.
Ayva Myers, 10, Rudy Myers, and 7-year-old Hallen Nelson played a stacking tower game. There were plenty of children's activities as entertainment.
Joseph Giuliano, 7, showed off his crown that shows his dream. "I want to take over the world," he said.
Jessica Valdovinos helped Olivia Boyland make a bracelet that says "unity."
The cold temperature was not going to stop Lisa Cone from attending Winter Garden's Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. celebration on Monday, Jan. 20.
She bundled up and lined the street with her nephew Malachi Porter. Attending the parade and celebration has been a tradition for Cone and Malachi. They've been to the celebration each year for at least the past 10 years.
Cone said it's the music and camaraderie that she loves most about the celebration. She said her employer knows she will be requesting Martin Luther King Jr. Day off every year to attend the celebrations.
Winter Garden's celebrations kicked off with a parade followed by musical performances from award-winning guitarist and vocalist Selwyn Birchwood and later, Sugar Vibe. There also were children's games and crafts as well as refreshment vendors.
