About MLK Day Montrose

COMMUNITY WIDE CELEBRATION - JAN 19, 2026!

The inaugural MLK Day Montrose took place on January 20, 2025 and was a huge success! This exciting initiative is a collaborative effort, bringing together local civic and business leaders, media representatives, area non-profits, and passionate community members. It's a fantastic opportunity to honor Dr. King's legacy while fostering unity and service in our own community! 

Montrose will honor the 31st anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, Jan. 19, 2026 with a day-long celebration featuring  an opening ceremony with local dignitaries, a walk/march, community service projects, educational programs, humanitarian awards, artistic showcases, student projects and more.

Organized by local leaders and community organizations, the events aim to reflect Dr. King’s legacy of equality, justice, and service. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, established as a federal holiday in 1986, honors the civil rights leader’s life and legacy of nonviolent activism in pursuit of equality and justice. Observed on the third Monday of January, the holiday aligns with Dr. King’s birthday, Jan. 15, and serves as a call to action for individuals and communities to engage in acts of service.

In 1994, Congress designated the day as a national day of service, encouraging Americans to volunteer in their communities as a tribute to King’s vision of a “Beloved Community.”