- January 20, 2026
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Ocoee Chief of Police Vincent Ogburn waved to the community members who he works to protect. He was the first to appear in the parade.
An Ocoee firefighter was all smiles as he peered out of the firetruck.
Ocoee sheriff participated in the MLK parade on four hooves rather than four wheels.
Ocoee mayor Rusty Johnson stood tall in the bed of the truck, throwing candy to parade watchers.
Ocoee District 4 Commissioner George Oliver III smiled from atop his vehicle. He is the first African American to be elected as a commissioner in Ocoee.
Senator LaVon Bracy Davis’ smile beamed in Ocoee’s MLK parade.
Ocoee High School’s mascot, the Knight, ushered in the wave of Ocoee performers.
Parents bundled up their children during the cold Florida morning.
Ocoee High School’s band filled the chilly air with their musical talents.
The Knights played their school sounds loud and proud.
Jamaican American Association of Central Florida held powerful messages to honor MLK’s legacy.
The cold weather didn’t dampen the spirit during Ocoee’s 18th annual MLK parade.
Standing Ovation Talent Group wore custom sweats reading, “Black history, the dream.”
A variety of organizations from dance companies to reading advocacy participated in Ocoee’s MLK parade.
West Orange Majestic Motion dancers put on a show-stopping performance in the MLK parade.
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Orlando Alumnae Chapter’s members' dances captivated the crowd.
Even Texas Roadhouse’s mascot, Andy Armadillo, had his own truck in the parade.
Rif Youth Movement’s dancers were beautifully coordinated together.
Joshua Metellus read his award-winning essay, “A Bright Future for Ocoee and America,” to the crowd after the parade.
Ocoee resident Ages Hart delivered a keynote address and reminded guests what MLK stood for.
The Ocoee Police Department had a booth to engage with the community and showcase their Ocoee explorers, a program to grow the next generation of officers.
Melrose Jasmine, Imani Davila and Sadé Smith showed off their outfits following their performance in the parade.
Sherrí Gladney cascaded the mall with her beautiful voice by singing the national anthem.
Lined across North Clark Road in Ocoee stood hundreds of community members.
The 49-degree weather didn’t put a damper on their support of the City of Ocoee’s 18th annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Unity parade at 10 a.m.
Bundled up in coats, Ocoee's mayor Rusty Johnson, commissioners, Ocoee High’s marching Knights and dozens of organizations filled the street with smiles, music and dance.
Following the parade, they flocked into the food court of West Oaks Mall at 11 a.m. to celebrate and listen to Joshua Metellus recite his award-winning essay, “A Bright Future for Ocoee and America.” Ocoee resident Ages Hart was the keynote speaker, he honored MLK and urged everyone to exercise their right to vote.
