Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2024

MLK Day is an opportunity to reflect on the legacy of legendary civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr., and how we can be inspired to act in the present moment against injustice. Several local organizations are hosting events, protests and volunteer opportunities to commemorate the day:

LOCAL EVENTS

• Reclaim MLK Day Protest March | Don’t Shoot Portland
  Monday, January 15, 2024
  11:00 am — 3:00 pm

• The Skanner Foundation 38th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast
  Monday, January 15, 2024
  8:30 am
  Oregon Convention Center

• World Arts Foundation Annual Tribute to Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
  Monday, January 15, 2024
  1 pm — 4 pm
  Highland Christian Center

VIRTUAL EVENTS

• United Way of King County Virtual Education Session Lunch and Learn
  Wednesday, January 17th
  11:00 am — 12:30 pm

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

• MLK Day of Service Tree Planting (age 3+)
  Monday, January 15th, 2024
  9:00 am — 12:00 pm
  NE 18th Court

• MLK Day Habitat Enhancement and Fundraiser (all ages)
  Monday January 15th, 2024
  10 am — 12 pm
  Powell Butte Natural Area