Martin Luther King Jr. Day events in South Florida
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is on Monday, Jan. 20. Here are some events that will honor him this weekend and Monday.
MIAMI-DADE
Beloved Community Public Market and Resource Fair: A day of celebration, connection and service features vendors, artisans, crafts, live music, performances, food, giveaways and resources from public and private organizations dedicated to supporting Miami-Dade County residents; 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Jan. 18; Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Plaza Metrorail Station, 6025 NW 27th Ave., Miami. Free. For more information, contact H. Leigh Toney at hleigh@ellavations-llc.com or call 786-423-8096.
5000 Role Models of Excellence Project: The 32nd annual scholarship breakfast includes induction of mentors, a ceremony for scholars and a keynote address by the Democratic leader of the United States’ House of Representatives, New York Rep Hakeem Jeffries; 8:30 a.m. Jan. 18; Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Dr., Miami Beach. For more information, visit www.5000rolemodels@dadeschools.net.
Time Itself Is Ready for Change: Celebrating the legacies of Brahma Baba and Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.: The men never met, but they shared a dedication to social change, non-violence and transforming hearts and minds; 4:30-6:30 p.m. Jan. 19; Pullman Miami Airport Hotel, 5800 Waterford District Dr., Miami. Free. tinyurl.com/pullmanjan.
MLK Community Breakfast: The annual celebration of MLK’s life, legacy and achievements includes sharing updates on initiatives, fostering a sense of unity, promoting community engagement and celebrating the MLK Economic Development Corporation’s 50 years of dedicated service to the community; 8:30-10:30 a.m. Jan. 20; MLK EDC Canopy, 6100 NW Seventh Ave., Miami. If planning to attend, RSVP at https://www.mlkmiami.com/event-details/annual-mlk-community-breakfast-1.
MLK Parade and festivities: The 48th annual parade in Liberty City steps off at 11 a.m. Jan. 20 at Northwest Seventh Avenue along 54th Street to 32nd Avenue. The event features high-school marching bands, student-athletes, dance teams, drill teams, cheerleaders, floats, cars and fire trucks carrying politicians, union leaders and activists. Carnival dancers also take to the streets for dance and musical performances. Free. For more information, visit https://mlkparadeandfestivities.org/2025-mlk-holiday-events.
BROWARD
Oakland Park Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration: Features performances and activities designed for the entire family; 1-5 p.m. Jan. 18; Wimberly Field, 4000 NE Third Ave., Oakland Park. Free. 954-630-4500.
Tamarac MLK Celebration: Family-friendly event features food trucks, a kid’s zone with bounce houses plus vendor hall packed with businesses and community resources. Entertainment includes contemporary and lyrical dance performances by Joy Deco, Ambitious Legacy Dance Ensemble and the Vision Dance Company; 10 a.m. Jan. 18; Tamarac Park, 7501 N. University Dr., Tamarac. Free. 954- 597-3620 or www.Tamarac.org/SpecialEvents.
Dania Beach Martin Luther King Jr. Parade and Celebration: Enjoy a community breakfast at 7 a.m. Jan. 20 at CW Thomas Park, 100 NW Eighth Avenue, followed by a parade starting at the park and concluding at Frost Park, 300 NE Second St., with live entertainment, speeches and activities for all ages. Free. For information visit https://daniabeachfl.gov/3217/Martin-Luther-King-Jr-Celebration.
King Holiday Celebration Parade: Steps off at 9:30 a.m. Jan. 20 from Sistrunk Boulevard and Northwest Fifth Avenue, then west along Sistrunk Boulevard, then north on NW 15th Avenue, ending at Carter Park (1450 W. Sunrise Blvd.) Free. Contact kingholidaycelebration@gmail.com or call 754-800-1963.
This story was originally published January 17, 2025 at 6:13 PM.