The Durham Community Martin Luther King, Jr. Steering Committee has several events planned in January to celebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. We received this information via email. March & Rally Monday, January 19, 2026Gather at 10:30 a.m.The march will begin at 11 a.m. at The Tower at Mutual Plaza, 411 West Street, Durham, NC, and will end at First Presbyterian Church, 305 East … [Read more...] about MLK Day March, Rally and Religious Service in Durham
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Tet Vietnamese New Year Festival Jan 18
Celebrate the Vietnamese New Year at the Tet Vietnamese Year Festival on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at Dorton Arena, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Daytime festivities are from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Admission is $20. Those under age 7 or over 75 are admitted for free. The festival typically features: Follow The Vietnamese American Association of Raleigh on Facebook for … [Read more...] about Tet Vietnamese New Year Festival Jan 18
When Community Gathers: MLK Day celebration at Greene African American Cultural Center Jan. 18
When Community Gathers takes place on Sunday, January 18, 2026, from 3 to 6 p.m., at John P. "Top" Greene African American Cultural Center, 401 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event hosted by the North Carolina Black Women Empowered 50+ Group. On the eve of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, come together to celebrate unity and community through music, dance, … [Read more...] about When Community Gathers: MLK Day celebration at Greene African American Cultural Center Jan. 18
11th Annual MLK Jr. Speech Reenactment at Millbrook United Methodist Church Jan 18
Millbrook United Methodist Church's Racial Healing Team is presenting the 11th Annual MLK Jr. Speech Reenactment on Sunday, January 18, 2026, from 4 to 6:30 p.m. This free event will take place in the Pryor-Bradford Christian Ministry Center worship area of the church, at 1712 E Millbrook Road, North Carolina. Millbrook UMC is collaborating with Bethlehem Baptist Church and The Encouraging … [Read more...] about 11th Annual MLK Jr. Speech Reenactment at Millbrook United Methodist Church Jan 18
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Youth-Led Special Event in Carrboro Jan 17
The Town of Carrboro is planning their MLK Day event on Saturday, January 17, 2026, from 1 to 3 p.m., at Carrboro Century Center, 100 N Greensboro Street, Carrboro, NC. Activities include: Celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by submitting a poem to be a part of our Dr. Martin Luther King Day Youth Poetry Exhibition. Elementary, Middle and High School students in Orange … [Read more...] about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Youth-Led Special Event in Carrboro Jan 17
Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Celebration in Wake Forest Jan. 22
Wake Forest's MLK Jr. Community Celebration takes place Thursday, January 22, 2026, at 6:30 p.m., at Friendship Chapel Baptist Church, 237 Friendship Chapel Road, Wake Forest, North Carolina. This is a free, public celebration. The event's theme will center around one of King's messages - “Whatever affects one directly, affects all indirectly.” The Wake Forest MLK Committee will offer a … [Read more...] about Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Celebration in Wake Forest Jan. 22
Dream and Create: A Celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. in Morrisville Jan. 12
Morrisville Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources is presenting Dream and Create: A Celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday, January 12, 2026, from 6:30 to 8 p.m., at Cedar Fork Community Center, 1050 Town Hall Drive, Morrisville, North Carolina. This is a free event. Willa Brigham, an inspirational speaker will share interactive stories and uplifting songs. … [Read more...] about Dream and Create: A Celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. in Morrisville Jan. 12
2026 Durham City-County Martin Luther King, Jr. Observance on Jan. 27
Honor the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at 11 a.m., at First Presbyterian Church, 200 E Main Street, Durham, North Carolina. Admission is free. The community is invited to the 21st Annual Durham City-County MLK Employee Observance, which will include a keynote delivery by North Carolina Central University Chancellor Dr. Karrie G. Dixon and … [Read more...] about 2026 Durham City-County Martin Luther King, Jr. Observance on Jan. 27
GLOW Under the Silver Moon Lantern Parade Jan. 10
GLOW Under the Silver Moon Lantern Parade will take place in Downtown Cary Park on Saturday, January 10, 2026. Downtown Cary Park is at 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, but the event specifically starts on Frantz Square Lawn. Kick off GLOW by gathering on Frantz Square Lawn at 6 p.m. This map will help! No pets, fire, or candle-lit lanterns. Music and entertainment provided by the … [Read more...] about GLOW Under the Silver Moon Lantern Parade Jan. 10
Three Kings Day Parade in Cary Jan 10
The Annual Desfile de Día de Reyes, or Three Kings Day Parade, will take place on North Academy Street in Downtown Cary, NC. It takes place on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 1 p.m. Follow Diamante Arts & Culture Center on Facebook for announcements about the event. The parade is presented by Diamante Arts & Cultural Center, a community-grounded, arts and culture organization in North … [Read more...] about Three Kings Day Parade in Cary Jan 10
