North Carolina Museum of History's 25th Annual African American Cultural Celebration will take place at North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, since the NC Museum of History is closed for renovation. The festival takes place Saturday, January 31, 2026, from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This is a free event. This festival is the kickoff to Black History Month … [Read more...] about 25th Annual African American Cultural Celebration — held at North Carolina Museum of Art on Jan. 31
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National Day of Racial Healing event for MLK Day with Raleigh Human Relations Commission on Jan. 20
The Raleigh Human Relations Commission is hosting a National Day of Racial Healing event on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m., at City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event to celebrate MLK Day. Please RSVP. All ages are welcome! Childcare will be provided. Launched in 2017, the National Day of Racial Healing is a national … [Read more...] about National Day of Racial Healing event for MLK Day with Raleigh Human Relations Commission on Jan. 20
MLK Day events in the Triangle 2026
Honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at one of these events in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary and surrounding areas, in 2026. Please follow each link for the necessary details, to register, and to check for any changes. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is Monday, January 19, 2026, but not all the events take place on that day. We are highlighting a few events, but please scroll down or … [Read more...] about MLK Day events in the Triangle 2026
King Day: A Celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Birthday at Chavis Park Jan. 19
John Chavis Memorial Park, at 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Raleigh, is hosting King Day: A Celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday on Monday, January 19, 2026, from 12 to 3 p.m. This free event for all ages will showcase Dr. King's work through service, children's activities and community-centered experiences. Admission is free. … [Read more...] about King Day: A Celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Birthday at Chavis Park Jan. 19
Book Harvest Dream Big MLK Day Book Drive and Community Celebration Jan 19
Book Harvest is presenting the Dream Big MLK Day Book Drive Celebration on Monday, January 19, 2026, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., at Boxyard RTP, 900 Park Offices, Durham, North Carolina. Book Harvest provides books to children who need them and engages families and communities to promote children’s lifelong literacy and academic success. Drop off your books and then join the celebration, which … [Read more...] about Book Harvest Dream Big MLK Day Book Drive and Community Celebration Jan 19
Triangle Martin Luther King, Jr. Committee MLK Day Interfaith Prayer Breakfast, Memorial March, more…
The Triangle Martin Luther King, Jr. Committee has a mission of educating the community by expanding upon the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. They host several events every year. Here is what's announced so far. If the organization announces more events we will add them. Find all of the Committee's MLK events here. Triangle Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Kickoff Event -- 45th … [Read more...] about Triangle Martin Luther King, Jr. Committee MLK Day Interfaith Prayer Breakfast, Memorial March, more…
22nd Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. March & Celebration in Fuquay-Varina
The Cultural Arts Society of Fuquay-Varina is hosting the 22nd Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. March and Celebration on Monday, January 19, 2026. The march will start at Falcon Park, 105 Falcon Drive, Fuquay-Varina, NC, at 9 a.m., and will conclude at the First Baptist Church of Fuquay-Varina, 105 N West Street, Fuquay-Varina, where a celebration will take place. The celebration will … [Read more...] about 22nd Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. March & Celebration in Fuquay-Varina
MLK Day March, Rally and Religious Service in Durham
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
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
19th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King J. Celebration Musical in Zebulon
Honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the MLK Community Zebulon Chapter Workshop Choir's 19th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Musical. This event takes place at Zebulon Community Center, 301 S Arendell Avenue, Zebulon, North Carolina, on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at 3 p.m. This performance brings together voices from Wake and Johnston counties for a powerful tribute through … [Read more...] about 19th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King J. Celebration Musical in Zebulon
