Camden Hosts 5th Annual MLK Unity March on Jan. 17

Camden is rolling out the red carpet for its 5th annual MLK Unity March and Celebration, proving that small towns can make big statements about togetherness. On January 17, 2026, community members will gather to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s vision with a march that's become a beloved local tradition.

The celebration marks half a decade of Camden residents coming together across differences to celebrate shared values. What started as a single community event has grown into an annual tradition that brings neighbors, families, and students together in the spirit of unity.

This year's program will feature student speakers, giving young voices a platform to share their vision for a more united future. The march itself invites everyone to walk side by side, literally stepping into Dr. King's dream of community and equality.

The entire event is free and open to the public, removing any barriers to participation. Camden organizers wanted to ensure that everyone who wants to celebrate Dr. King's legacy can do so, regardless of their ability to pay.

The Ripple Effect

Five years of consistent celebration creates something powerful in a community. Children who attended the first march as elementary students are now teens who can articulate their own dreams for justice and unity.

The annual event has become a touchstone for Camden, a moment when the community pauses to remember that what unites us matters more than what divides us. In an era when division often dominates headlines, Camden's commitment to this celebration sends a clear message about the values that matter most.

Student speakers at the event represent the next generation carrying forward Dr. King's work. Their participation ensures the march isn't just about remembering the past but actively building a more unified future.

Camden proves that honoring Dr. King's legacy doesn't require grand gestures, just consistent commitment to coming together year after year.