Published: December 26, 2025
Honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Legacy at Community Events Across South Florida
MLK Movie Night & Fish Fry
Friday, January 9
Family-friendly movie night featuring Sound Of Hope: The Story Of Possum Trot, plus a fresh fried fish dinner. Under 18 requires supervision. Free. 6pm, E. Pat Larkins Center, 520 NW Third St., Pompano Beach, http://www.pompanobeachfl.gov
MLK Gospel Competition
Saturday, January 10
Uplifting gospel showcase honoring Dr. King with powerful voices, inspiring music, and a joyful community atmosphere. $15/person. 3pm, E. Pat Larkins Center, 520 NW Third St., Pompano Beach
Sunrise MLK Celebrations
Saturday, January 17 & Sunday, January 18
MLK weekend celebrations in Sunrise featuring a teen poetry workshop, open mic, film screening, art reception, and a soul tribute concert. Free. Sunrise Civic Center, 10610 West Oakland Park Boulevard, Sunrise, 954-747-4646, http://www.sunrisefl.gov
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebration
Sunday, January 18
The Town of Davie will come together to celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with live entertainment, light refreshments, and poetry contest readings. 1pm, Bamford Sports Complex, 3801 S. Pine Island Road, Davie, 954-797-1181, http://www.davie-fl.gov
MLK Parade & Celebration
Monday, January 19
Enjoy the parade, which ends at Mitchell Moore Park, for a festive, fun-filled day of live entertainment, music, a kids zone, and so much more. 9am-5pm, Mitchell Moore Park, 901 NW 10th St., Pompano Beach, http://www.pompanobeachfl.gov
MLK Jr. Day Parade
Monday, January 19
The parade route traces the steps that Dr. King traveled during his frequent visits to Miami. The parade concludes near Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Park, where a daylong family festival will feature live music, dance, cultural programming, and theatrical performances. Free. 11-5pm, Liberty City, NW 54th St. & Seventh Ave., Miami, http://www.miamiandbeaches.com