Events listing

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Service

15 Jan 2025 This event, which occurs on the actual birth date of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., is held to commemorate the life and death of Dr. King. The brief service includes a wreath-laying ceremony and will take place on Wednesday, Jan. 15, at Marshall Park from noon to 1 p.m.

Marshall Park, 800 E. Third St., Charlotte, NC 28202

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Divine 9 Panel Discussion

15 Jan 2025 Join us for a panel discussion with local members of the Divine 9.

Stratford Richardson YMCA, 1946 West Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28208

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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Parade

18 Jan 2025 The parade will march down Tryon Street, beginning at Ninth Street and ending at Brooklyn Village Avenue. More than 100 community organizations, marching bands and step and drill teams will participate. Highlights will include floats with the student winners of the CMS MLK Art and Writing Contests and local performance groups.

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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Basketball Showcase

18 Jan 2025 This year’s showcase will be held on Saturday, Jan. 18, at West Charlotte High School. Admission will be $10. Eight high school teams from across North and South Carolina will compete in the second annual invitational competition.

West Charlotte High School, 2219 Senior Drive, Charlotte, NC 28216

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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. National Observance

19 Jan 2025 A celebration of Mecklenburg’s diversity featuring music, dance and poetry. Speakers examine Dr. King’s moral theological and philosophical underpinnings. The program includes recognition for the winners of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Arts and Writing Contest.

Parr Center Theater, 1201 Elizabeth Ave., Charlotte, NC 28204

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