The life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. is celebrated through the acts of kindness of helping others. Supporting Social Justice and Equality. Helping the Austin community to come together with a Day of Service during MLK Day Jr. Service Week January 16-20.
Austin
Martin Luther King Birthday Celebration - Austin Public Library
Friday, January 13. 2023 I 12pm
Austin Public Library I Central Library on W. César Chávez Street
ATX Community leaders discuss Dr. King's legacy and how his mission is working. Plus a performance after the panel by Saul Paul. More here.
2023 MLK Day Celebration March, Festival & Food Drive
Monday, January 16, 2023 l 9am
University of Texas Campus - MLK statue
Join the 2023 MLK Day Celebration March, Festival & Food Drive, organized by the Austin Area Heritage Council! Kicking off with the MLK Day March @ 9a starting at the University of Texas Campus - MLK statue and marching to the south steps of the Capitol. The March is followed by the MLK Community Festival at the historic Huston-Tillotson University. Check out the parade route here. Marchers are asked to help the community by donating can goods / non-perishable food to the Central Texas Food Bank. Find more details here.
Bastrop County / Elgin - Smithville
The Martin Luther King Jr. 2023 Walk
Monday, January 16, 2023 I 10am
Elgin Depot Museum
Also known as “The Walk for Peace, Justice and Equality Remember! Celebrate! Act! A Day On, Not A Day Off!" The walk starts at the Elgin Depot Museum. A program follows @ 11am at Booker T. Washington Elementary School. More details here.
Leander
MLK Day March & Ceremony
January 16, 2023 I 11am
Camacho Elementary
MLK Day March and Ceremony is supported by the Leander Public Art Commission and the City of Leander. The march starts @ Camacho Elementary and ends at Old Town Park for the ceremony. More here
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