Triangle MLK Event Schedule
All events are FREE and open to the public in cooperation with area businesses, corporations, churches and civic organizations.
Friday, January 17
Triangle Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Kickoff Event
45th Annual Wreath Laying Ceremony
9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. (Raleigh)
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Gardens
1215 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Raleigh
Sponsoring Partner: Raleigh Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance (RIMA)
Keynote Speaker: Rev. Dr. Kevin D. Sturdivant
Dr. Sturdivant is the pastor of the historic Springfield Baptist Church in Raleigh, NC. Under his leadership the ministry continues to grow and expand the kingdom of God.
Saturday, January 18
National Day of Racial Healing Community Dialogue
9:00 a.m. – Noon (Raleigh)
First Baptist Church
N. Salisbury Street, Raleigh
Sponsor Partners: A collaboration between the YMCA of the Triangle, the Encouraging Place, Triangle MLK Committee, Raleigh Chamber and Wake County, sponsored by Wells Fargo.
Keynoter Speaker is Rev. Dr. Sterling E. Freeman
Sterling E. Freeman is a leadership coach, organizational and cultural change agent, facilitator, counselor, and public speaker
You are invited to take part in a community dialogue in recognition of the Kellogg Foundation’s National Day of Racial Healing. Please click the link below to register. The event is FREE and open to the public.
Monday, January 20
45th Annual Triangle Martin Luther King, Jr. Interfaith Prayer Breakfast
“Mission Possible: The Power of Justice and Radical Love”
7:15 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. (Sheraton Imperial Hotel, Durham)
In-person at the Sheraton Imperial Hotel, 4700 Emperor Blvd. Durham, NC (RTP)
- Doors open at 6 am. Breakfast available until 8 am
- Program starts at 7:15 am
Keynote Speaker: Donna Coletrane Battle, Ph.D.
Dr. Battle is a spiritual practitioner, soul coach, and educator focused on justice and healing as they relate specifically to the intersection of race, gender, and spirituality. She holds a BA in Public Relations from NC A&T State University, an MDiv from Duke University, and a Ph.D. in Marriage and Family Therapy from Eastern University.
The 45th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial March
11:00 a.m. (Downtown Raleigh)
Departs at 11 am from State Capitol Building, Edenton Street Side, Downtown Raleigh
- 10:00 a.m. March Assembly Lineup
- 11:00 a.m. March Begins
Inviting all civic organizations, community leaders, and families to join us for the Annual Memorial Tribute March to the Life and Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
The 45th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Noon Ecumenical Service
“Mission Possible: The Power of Justice and Radical Love”
- Doors open at 11:30am
- Program starts at Noon following the MLK Memorial March
Keynote Speaker: Reverend Mark Anthony Middleton
Mark-Anthony Middleton is the founder and senior pastor of the Abundant Hope Christian Church in Durham, North Carolina. Mark Anthony Middleton serves as Mayor Pro Tempore, City of Durham NC.
The 45th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Evening Musical Celebration
Featuring National Recording Artist Earnest Pugh , the MLK All Children’s Choir and others come together to worship and celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King