Charlotte-Mecklenburg MLK Celebration & Parade
January 12, 2026 12:00 AM - January 19, 2026 11:59 PM EST

The planning committee for the Charlotte-Mecklenburg MLK National Holiday Celebration is hosting several events to honor Dr. King. More details about these events can be found at cltgov.me/MLK.
- Monday, Jan. 12, 6:30–8 p.m.: Divine 9 Panel Discussion
- Mayfield Memorial Baptist Church
- Thursday, Jan. 15, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.: Memorial/Wreath-Laying Ceremony
- Marshall Park
- Saturday, Jan. 17, 9:30 a.m.: Parade
- Through Uptown
- Saturday, Jan. 17, 10 a.m.: P.E.A.C.E. basketball showcase
- West Charlotte High School
- Sunday, Jan. 18, 2 p.m.: National Observance
- Covenant Presbyterian Church
- Monday, Jan. 19, 1 p.m.: CMS Art and Writing Showcase
- Charlotte Ballet



