Martin Luther King Day is a holiday that I look forward to sharing with my class every January. By the time they reach first grade, most children have some background knowledge on who this important man was, but it’s their comments and conversations about treating people kindly that always stick with me. One of my favorite books that helps explain the story behind MLK Day is Martin’s Big Words. This beautiful picture book puts into kid-friendly words the importance of his non-violent approach to peace and emphasizes how important it is to be kind to all no matter the differences between us.
San Antonio’s Martin Luther King, Jr. March
When I moved here almost ten years ago, I learned that San Antonio has one of the largest Martin Luther King Day marches in the country! The MLK, Jr. Commission of San Antonio organizes this annual peace march and rally every year. The route is 2.75 miles long and over 100,000 people have been known to participate. This year the march starts at 10am and you can learn more about where to go here. This march is one of the largest in the nation and draws tons of children and adults from all walks of life. This is truly celebration Martin himself would be proud to attend and what a powerful testament to his true goal: unity among all. Given how many people will be in attendance at the march, many churches and schools organize busses to make transit easier. The VIA bus system is also a way to get to this event. If you have any tips for experiencing this march, please share in the comments below!
Looking for other ideas to get out and enjoy our beautiful city on MLK Day? Here’s a list of open attractions to give you some inspiration for celebrating this holiday!
San Antonio Parks {Check out our top suggestions family friendly parks and hiking}
San Antonio Children’s Museum {Open 10am-4pm}
San Antonio Riverwalk {Winter Craft Market- check website for details}
San Antonio Zoo {Open 9am-5pm}
Kiddie Park {Check website for details}
Zoo Train at Brackenridge Park {Open 9am-5pm}
San Antonio Botanical Garden {Open 9am-5pm; “Dog Days”- check website for details}
The Witte Museum {Open 10am-5pm; CSI Exhibit is great for older children and adults}
The McNay {Grounds only, not the museum, 7am-7pm)
Pump It Up {Open Play 10am-3pm}
The following are closed: San Antonio Public Libraries, San Antonio Museum of Art, Sea World, and Fiesta Texas.
Do you have plans for Martin Luther King Day? Share any fun events you know of with other San Antonio moms by leaving a comment below!
