Free NYC Events on January 18, Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Check out this list for different events honoring the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.
Multi-Borough:
MLK Day of Service at NYC Parks: Idlewild Park (Queens), Flushing Meadows Park (Queens), Pelham Bay Park (Bronx), Her-King Alagantic Community Garden (Brooklyn), Fred Samuel Playground (Manhattan) and more
Volunteer with Repair the World (various locations across boroughs): Kids volunteering at Brooklyn Children’s Museum, Hygiene Kits Harlem, 14th St Y
Brooklyn:
BAM 40th Annual Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.: Celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at this quintessential Brooklyn tradition with performances at 10:30am followed by kids activities all day
Martin Luther King Jr. Day School Holiday in Prospect Park: Join Prospect Park Alliance for nature education programs at the Prospect Park Audubon Center, 12-4pm
Stuart Cinema National Free Popcorn Day & Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration: Join for a FREE community celebration honoring Martin Luther King Jr. Day while celebrating National Popcorn Day with free popcorn and an on-screen DJ spinning smooth R&B vibes
Building the Beloved Community: An MLK Art Contest: Join at Brooklyn Sports Club for a creative celebration honoring Martin Luther King Jr.! This fun art contest invites you to showcase your talents and explore the theme of building a beloved community.
Manhattan
Studio Museum in Harlem: Free day of programming for visitors of all ages in celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
New York Society for Ethical Culture MLK Day Celebration: The Whole Human Family: This MLK Day program brings together music, storytelling, dance, and participatory workshops that invite all ages to listen deeply, move together, and imagine more just futures.
Black Gotham Experience: Selma - Film Screening MLK Day: Join "Elas Exitem" for a community screening of the film "Selma", directed by Ava DuVernay, at the BGX Gallery.
Harlem School of the Arts: The Many Dimensions of Martin Luther King Jr.: The Many Dimensions of Martin Luther King Jr. is a joyful birthday celebration honoring Dr. King’s legacy of sharing, caring, peace, and community with interactive jazz performances, hands-on art making, and engaging activities
Celebrating Dr. King's Life & Legacy with the Washington Heights Community: Assemble care kits while celebrating the diversity of the community at the Washington Heights Y, then stick around for our celebration of culture in the afternoon.
Wollman Rink MLK Day - Teachers Community Day: Teachers and their families get free entrance. Bring your own skates for free or rent for $12 (830 5th Ave)
The Bronx
MLK Day Girls Empowerment Basketball Camp & Women's Wellness Event: Head to the Reverend T. Wendell Foster Recreation Center for a powerful gathering that celebrates confidence, leadership, and community for girls and women through sport and story telling.
NJ
Coretta Scott King Classic Free Tickets: The Coretta Scott King Classic returns for its second year on Martin Luther King Jr., highlighting women’s college basketball. Apply via Gotham Casting for free tickets + a $5 Food & Beverage Voucher