Monday is MLK Day, and many businesses and services are closed in observance of the federal holiday to honor the civil rights icon.

The MLK Jr. parade in Miami's Liberty City neighborhood has a rich tradition that started in 1977, making it one of the oldest Martin Luther King Jr. Day parades in the country.

Jackson, center, and his twin, Jason, right, watch the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day parade with their family on Monday, Jan. 20, 2025, in Liberty City in Miami, Fla. “I love seeing all the bands together; it’s a rainy day but everyone’s out enjoying,” said Diana Martinez. Alie Skowronski [email protected]

Many people are unaware that King rehearsed his "I Have a Dream" speech at what is now the Historic Hampton House in Miami where he was a frequent guest.

Multiple parades and events are set to be held Monday in South Florida to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

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While several places will be closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, there will be events held in Miami-Dade and Broward counties to honor the late civil rights leader.

Civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. traveled extensively in the fight for civil rights and several Florida stops were integral to his dream.

Across South Florida, volunteers used the holiday to honor Dr. King's legacy through service, demonstrating his enduring call to action for equality and community improvement.

will speak during the Jan. 29 Week of Service and Reflection event at Shriver Center honoring the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. Established in 1809, Miami University is located in Oxford, Ohio, with regional campuses in Hamilton and Middletown ...

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Martin Luther King Jr. Day is on Monday, Jan. 20. Here are some events that will honor him this weekend and Monday.