March for Justice

Next date: Saturday, March 22, 2025 | 09:00 AM

Cesar E. Chavez

Cesar E. Chavez March for Justice, A San Antonio Tradition since 1997! Join us for the 29th annual Cesar E. Chavez March for Justice on Saturday, March 22, 2025.
 
Co-Sponsored by the City of San Antonio, The Cesar Chavez March for Justice is organized by The Cesar E. Chavez Legacy & Educational Foundation. Today, the organization is led by Ernest J. Martinez,the son of CECLEF’s founder, the late Jaime P. Martinez.

Today, thousands march together in unity to pay tribute to the life and legacy of Cesar Chavez. The march attracts all parts of the community to include:
  • youth organizations
  • university student groups
  • employer diversity groups
  • non-profit organizations
  • labor organizations
Every year, march will start at the intersection of Guadalupe and Brazos near the Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center. There is also VIA Bus service for free to pick participants to and from the parade.

Cesar Chavez March Route 2023

The Cesar E. Chavez March For Justice Grand Marshal, (TBA at the Community Kick-Off Press Conference in February)

  • The march is 2 miles long.
  • Water Stations will be available at the 1/2 way point at Flores and Cesar Chavez Blvd. (in front of the HEB). Water provided by VIA Cares Volunteer Team.
  • Portable restrooms and hand washing stations will be available at the start and end of the route.
  • Wear comfortable tennis shoes and prepare for hot weather.
  • Our event is a pet friendly event.

Schedule of Events

  • 9:00 A.M. (Morning Stage): Morning Program and Speakers at the Intersection of Guadalupe and Brazos next to Guadalupe Theater (1301 Guadalupe St)
  • 10:00 A.M.: March steps off for Hemisfair Civic Park 
  • 11:15 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.: Celebration at Hemisfair with Music - Food Trucks On Site – Special Guest Speakers  

When

  • Saturday, March 22, 2025 | 09:00 AM