Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was a Baptist minister and civil-rights activist who had a seismic impact on race relations in the United States, beginning in the mid-1950s. Among his many efforts, King headed the Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC). Through his activism and inspirational speeches, he played a pivotal role in ending the legal segregation of African American citizens in the United States, as well as the creation of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965. King won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964, among several other honors. He continues to be remembered as one of the most influential and inspirational African American leaders in history. (source: https://www.biography.com/activist/martin-luther-king-jr)

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LOCAL EVENTS

2026 King Holiday Observance (KHO) Kick-Off
- Monday, January 12, 2026
- 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST
- The Kick-Off marks the official opening of the 2026 King Holiday Observance and invites the public to gather in celebration and reflection on the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. This vibrant day of inspiration, community, and action takes place on The King Center campus and sets the tone for a week of meaningful engagement.
- Register Now: https://events.com/r/en_US/tickets/2026-king-holiday-observance-kho-kick-off-atlanta-january-1013924

Be Love: Building Community Through Truth, Power, and the People.
- Monday, Jan 12, 2025
- 1:00PM – 3:00PM EST
- Join us in applying Dr. King’s Nonviolence365® to build a just, equitable, and peaceful world for everyone. Founded in 1968 by Mrs. Coretta Scott King, The King Center is the official living memorial to the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The Center is focused on serving as both a local and global resource. Today, under the leadership of CEO Dr. Bernice A. King, The King Center, having rebranded King Nonviolence as Nonviolence365, continues to educate the world on the life, legacy, and teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
- Register Now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/be-love-building-community-through-truth-power-and-the-people-tickets-1964473351677?aff=oddtdtcreator

2026 Beloved Community Global Summit
- Thursday, January 15, 2026
- 9:45 AM EST
- Join world leaders, changemakers, and visionaries—including Keynote Speaker Dr. Bernice A. King (The King Center), Paige Alexander (The Carter Center), Jill Savitt (National Center for Civil and Human Rights), Howard Wright (NVIDIA), and distinguished civic, corporate, and community partners—for a two-day immersive experience dedicated to advancing Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s vision of the Beloved Community: a world rooted in justice, compassion, and nonviolence.
- Purchase Tickets Here: https://events.com/r/en_US/tickets/2026-beloved-community-global-summit-atlanta-january-1013919

2026 MLK, Jr. Beloved Community Awards
- Saturday, January 17
- 06:00 PM EST
- Annually, The King Center in Atlanta leads the nationwide observance of the national holiday commemorating the birth of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. One of the marquee programs of The King Center’s holiday experiences is the MLK, Jr. Beloved Community Awards. The MLK, Jr. Beloved Community Awards recognize national and international individuals and organizations that exemplify excellence in leadership, pursue social justice, and are helping to create the Beloved Community, as envisioned by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The Beloved Community Awards will commence at 6:00 PM with a pre-reception featuring entertainment and a selection of heavy hors d'oeuvres. Please note that this year’s event will not include a seated dinner. Heavy hors d'oeuvres will be served exclusively during the pre-reception.
- ATTIRE: Formal
- Purchase Tickets Here: https://events.com/r/en_US/tickets/2026-mlk-jr-beloved-community-awards-atlanta-january-1013915

MLK Days of Service 2026 – Hands On Atlanta
- January 12 – 19
- On January 19, 2026, thousands of Atlantans will come together in a powerful day of service, reflection, and community to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. As we join this citywide movement, Hands On Atlanta proudly supports The King Center’s call to reflect, rejoice, and recommit to building the Beloved Community through nonviolent action and shared purpose.
- Volunteer: https://www.handsonatlanta.org/mlk-day-of-service-2026#projects

City of Atlanta: MLK March
- Monday, January 19
- 1:45PM – 5:00PM
- Location: Auburn Ave/Peachtree St/Baker St/Front of King Center
- This is an annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Commemorative March and Rally.
- Website: https://www.atlantaga.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/25115/660

United Ebony Society MLK Parade Gwinnett County
- Monday, January 19
  - Ceremony: 11 AM – Gwinnett Justice & Administration Center – 75 Langley Drive, Lawrenceville, GA, USA
  - Parade: 12 PM – GJAC to Central Gwinnett High School
  - Celebration: 3PM – Central Gwinnett High School. There will be food, vendors and entertainment
  - More info here: https://unitedebonysociety.org/dr-martin-luther-king-parade/

City of Sandy Springs: Martin Luther King, Jr.: Life & Legacy
- Monday, January 19
- 1:00pm
- This family-friendly event is designed to celebrate, educate, and share the teachings of Martin Luther King, Jr. The event will feature an educational film screening and children's activity stations.
- More details here: https://www.sandyspringsga.gov/mlkday

Hawks vs Bucks: MLK Day Game | City Edition
- Monday, January 19
- 1:00pm
- See the Atlanta Hawks live as we host the Milwaukee Bucks at State Farm Arena on January 19, 2026, at 1:00 PM. Be a part of our annual MLK Day Game as we continue celebrating the legacy, influence, and life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
- Grab your special ticket offer here for special savings! https://www.nba.com/hawks/tickets/promotions

Morehouse: KING WEEK
- January 19 – 31
- The Annual Morehouse College Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemoration is designed to educate the world on Dr. King’s historical and contemporary impact while engaging local and global communities in celebration of his legacy. This year’s Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemoration experience includes a robust schedule of activities that blends the past, present, and the future with events designed to engage students, alumni, faculty, staff, and supporters. The celebration will feature a number of talks, film screenings, and community service opportunities.
- See list of events here: https://morehouse.edu/events/signature-events/mlk-commemoration

MLK Day of Service: "A Day On, Not Off" | Constitution Lakes Park (CLP)
- Monday, January 19
- 10am to 2pm EST
- The MLK Day of Service is a meaningful, hands-on stewardship experience honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s vision of collective action and community care. Volunteers come together to restore, protect, and uplift South DeKalb parks through service rooted in equity, environmental responsibility, and shared purpose. This annual tradition transforms intention into impact—one park, one path, one community at a time.
- Reserve a spot: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mlk-day-of-serviceclp-tickets-1978576947913?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

Stonecrest MLK Day Parade | Dekalb NAACP
- Monday, January 19
- 10 AM
- The City of Stonecrest is gearing up to participate in the NAACP DeKalb County Branch’s 24th annual MLK Jr. Day Parade on Monday, Jan. 19, 2026, at 10 a.m. The parade will start at 10 a.m. at New Black Wall Street and end at PRIVI at the Mall of Stonecrest.. Free admission.
- Get details here: https://www.stonecrestga.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=162