MLK Events

2022 Atrium Health Charlotte-Mecklenburg Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. National Holiday Celebration

2022 Atrium Health Charlotte-Mecklenburg Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. National Holiday Celebration

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Thank God almight, we are free at last.

Dedrick Russell

From the mountaintop to your child's classroom, the words of Dr. King still resonate.

Child

His life was all about making sacrifices.

Dedrick Russell

They guide our leaders.

Earnest Winston

The time is always right to do the right thing.

Dedrick Russell

And then lay the foundation for those still demanding change.

Charlotte Resident

There is something that we can do that can invoke change.

Dedrick Russell

Join WBTV for the Atrium Health MLK, Jr. holiday celebration, January 17, at seven.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. believed in celebrating and promoting the worth of every human being. In his pursuit of equal rights by nonviolent means, Dr. King encouraged diverse cultures to live together in a spirit of love, understanding and service to one another.​​

In that same spirit, the City of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County, through their Community Relations Committee, came together to expand our community's observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day through the Charlotte-Mecklenburg MLK National Holiday Celebration. Through these events, we celebrate those who are committed to carrying Dr. King's legacy forward from generation to generation.​​

The 2022 Atrium Health Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Celebration will air at 7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 17 on WBTV.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Events and Activities

Dr. ​Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Forms

Thank you for your patience - More information to come about the 2022 MLK Parade

The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Medallion Award is presented each year on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day during the National Day of Celebration. It is given to individuals in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg community who exemplify the ideals of Dr. King.  Submit your nomination here - Nominations end Wednesday, December 1, 2021

​Interested in being a sponsor for the 2022 Atrium Health Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration. Submit your inquire here

​Recognizes Mecklenburg's unsung heroes, including grassroots leaders who work behind-the-scenes for the betterment of our neighborhoods. Submit nomination here

If you are interested in volunteering for the 2022 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., weekend celebration, please send an email to mlk@ci.charlotte.nc.us with your contact information.