Upcoming

Events

When the idea of the memorial was first conceived, the founders dreamt of it being more than a monument, but a magnet for folks from all walks of life. Over the years, Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial has hosted events ranging from candlelight vigils to conferences.

Check out our upcoming event schedule:

April 4th: Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Candlelight Vigil

Join us for a poignant candlelight vigil paying tribute to the enduring legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., featuring a powerful keynote address by Reverend Shavon Arline-Bradley, along with a soul-stirring musical performance by Clifton Ross III and BET's Sunday Best All Stars.

Don't miss this special event on April 4, 2024, at 7:00pm, located at 1964 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC, 20004, presented by the Memorial Foundation.

April 20th: Empowering Tomorrow's Leaders: The Martin Luther King Jr. Global Youth Leadership Conference

Join us on April 20th, 2024, at the University of the Bahamas Performing Arts Center for a transformative experience at The Martin Luther King Jr. Global Youth Leadership Conference in Nassau, Bahamas.