Duke University is presenting several events to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in 2026. Read about all of them here. Keep reading to learn about one of them. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. CommemorationSunday, January 18, 20263 p.m., at Duke University Chapel401 Chapel Drive, Durham, North CarolinaFree Candis Watts Smith, Professor of Political Science at Duke Trinity College of Arts and … [Read more...] about MLK Commemoration at Duke University Jan. 18
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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
MLK Day: Celebrating the Legacy Through the Arts in Durham
Durham Parks and Recreation is hosting a MLK Day event on Saturday, January 10, 2026. MLK: Celebrating the Legacy Through the Arts will take place from 2 to 5 p.m. at W.D. Hill Recreation Center, 1308 Fayetteville Street, Durham. Activities will celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr's life, including: This event is free and open to the public. Pre-registration is not required. Look for updates … [Read more...] about MLK Day: Celebrating the Legacy Through the Arts in Durham
Annual NC MLK and Black History Month Parade in Durham Feb 1
The 22nd Annual NC MLK Black History Month Parade will take place in Durham, NC, on Saturday, February 1, 2025. The parade will start at 12 p.m. and take place on Fayetteville Street in Durham. It's free to attend. The parade will feature: If you'd like to participate in the parade, here is the registration form. … [Read more...] about Annual NC MLK and Black History Month Parade in Durham Feb 1
Evening of Reflection & Remembrance at The Plant on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
The Plant, at 192 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, is hosting an Evening of Reflection & Remembrance with Heart2HeartNC on Monday, January 20, 2025, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. come together in community to reflect and remember the principles and actions that help us stay grounded during these challenging times — non-violence, mindful awareness, courageous speech, respect, kindness and … [Read more...] about Evening of Reflection & Remembrance at The Plant on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Chapel Hill – Carrboro NAACP’s MLK Day Rally and Service
The Chapel Hill - Carrboro NAACP is commemorating the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., on Monday, January 20, 2025. Please note that, due to the expected freezing temperatures, the MLK Day rally is moving indoors. This change was announced on Facebook. The event will begin at a rally at 10 a.m. at First Baptist Church, 106 N Roberson Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Following the … [Read more...] about Chapel Hill – Carrboro NAACP’s MLK Day Rally and Service
