"Martin Luther King Jr. Day is held every year-in 2026's case, on Monday, January 19-not only as a reflective observance honoring the life and legacy of the American civil right leader, but also as a rousing remind that the work is far from over. With racial equality, nonviolent resistance and freedom for all very much at the forefront of our minds (and in our headlines), we're taking MLK Weekend as a time to gather with our respective communities for volunteerism, education, activism and, of course, plenty of celebration."
"Shirley Chisholm State Park (950 Fountain Ave)Jan 17, 1-3pm Make like Martin and give back to the community around you with a local shoreline cleanup at Shirley Chisholm State Park (a very fitting setting, given Chisholm's own pivotal role in our country's civil rights movement, as the first Black woman in Congress). All materials, including hand sanitizer, gloves, and garbage pickers, will be provided as you help clean debris off Old Mill Creek's shoreline. Just bring weather-ready clothes and good vibes!"
Martin Luther King Jr. Day in 2026 falls on Monday, January 19. Communities are urged to honor Dr. King’s legacy through volunteerism, education, activism, and cultural celebration across MLK Weekend. Events include a shoreline cleanup at Shirley Chisholm State Park on January 17 with all materials provided and a WYNC commemoration at the Apollo Theater on January 18 featuring conversation, performance, and reflection titled MLK26: The Pan-Africanist — Restitution & Reconciliation in a Global State. Participants are encouraged to bring weather-ready clothes and good spirits. Additional volunteer opportunities are available through New York Cares and the NYC Service hub.
Read at Time Out New York
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