Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a holiday of remembrance and celebration of his impactful life. This year, we honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on January 16, 2023. Arlington will have  celebrations all weekend leading up to MLK Jr. Day with community events to continue the Dream that Martin Luther King Jr. had. 

Courtesy of Downtown Arlington:

The 2023 theme is Advancing the Dream: Moving Toward Unity, Justice and Peace. Organized in 1989 and established as a nonprofit in 1990, the MLK Celebration Committee works in partnership with the City of Arlington to plan the city’s long-running MLK celebrations. During its 35 years of service, the MLK Celebration Committee has given scholarships to graduating students, donated countless hours of time, and shared enthusiasm and resources with the community while continuing to push forward the message and dream of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Advancing the Dream: Moving Toward Unity, Justice and Peace

2023 Schedule of Events

MLK Advancing the Dream Gala*

UTA Bluebonnet Ballroom, University Center

Jan. 13 at 6:30pm

MLK Step Show and Talent Showcase

Jan 14 at 11am

MLK Poetry Meets Jazz*

UTA Bluebonnet Ballroom

Jan. 14 at 7pm

MLK Hubert Moss Ecumenical Service

Jan. 15 at 6pm

Zeb Strong Jr. MLK Day of Service*

Mission Arlington

Jan. 16 at 9am

MLK Day of Service Festival*

Arlington City Center Plaza

Jan. 16 at 10am

MLK Youth Extravaganza

Jan. 16 at 6:30pm

*Indicates event taking place in Downtown Arlington