Long Beach celebrated its diversity on Saturday as politicians, schools and churches marched together for the 31st annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day parade.
The crowd lined Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard to vibrant dance, music and speeches as the 89 floats made the one mile journey down the street.
Long Beach Mayor Robert Garcia greets spectators and delivers a speech as his float opens the parade.
The Christ Second Baptist Church proudly dances down the street, waving their flags.
A Port of Long Beach float participant shows his banner quoting Martin Luther King Jr. to the crowd.
Rita, 9, of Long Beach Latino Community, Power and Justice organization proudly holds a sign for equality during the parade.
Two young parade watchers enjoy the parade floats in the sunny weather.
