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Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Events in Atlanta, 2025
CL’s guide to honoring Atlanta’s Most Famous Citizen
The statue memorial for Martin Luther King Jr. in West Potomac Park, Washington D.C..
Browse MLK Day events and recommendations for what Atlanta has to offer on this federal holiday.
About MLK Day
The celebration of civil rights hero and Atlanta native, the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., takes place annually on the Monday following King’s birthday. The day starts with a commemorative service at Ebenezer Baptist Church, followed by a march through downtown Atlanta that starts at the corner of Baker & Peachtree Streets continues to Auburn Avenue, ending at The King Center.
MLK Day Events
List of MLK Day Events:
Grand Opening Exhibition at The Sun ATL
MLK Day at the Atlanta History Center
MLK Jr. Birthday Bash
Saturday, Jan. 18 – Monday, Jan. 20
Little dreamers are invited to the Morph Gallery to explore Dr. King’s life through 39 footprints symbolizing his 39 years, with activities along the way connecting to key moments in his journey. Signs at each activity table provid...
The Sun ATL: Winter Exhibitions - Opening Weekend (Saturday)
Mass Mobilization and Day of Resistance
MLK Jr. Beloved Community Awards
Featuring:
Dr. Bernice A. King, CEO of The King Center
Trina Braxton, Actress & Red-Carpet Reception Host
Tanner Thomason, Actor
Jennifer Lewis, ...
MLK Celebration Brunch Ft. Antoine Gibson
City Winery Atlanta presents MLK Celebration Brunch ft. Antoine Gibson on Sunday, January 19th at 12:00pm!
Recording artist, saxophonist Antoine Gibson was born and raised in Atlanta, GA. Beginning music in elementary school band, he went on to form the jazz fusion band TraVerse while still ...
The Sun ATL: Winter Exhibitions - Opening Weekend (Sunday)
MLK Jr. Day at Ebenezer Baptist & The King Center
The Sun ATL: Winter Exhibitions - Opening Weekend (Monday)
Connection and Community on MLK Jr. Day
MLK Day Events - King Center and Ebenezer Church Events