Martin Luther King Jr. Day events include story times, speakers and fundraising events in Milwaukee and its suburbs.

Here’s what to know about Martin Luther King Jr., why we celebrate his impact each year and when MLK Day is in 2025.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day — or MLK Day — is celebrated annually on the third Monday of January. MLK Day became a federal holiday in 1994, but has been observed by Americans since January 1986, when it was first officially celebrated, per the Observance Calendar from the Department of Defense Education Activity site.

The observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Tuscaloosa will feature a Unity Day March. Here's what you need to know for Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration in Tuscaloosa:

The Office of Student Enrichment, Academic Excellence & Leadership will be hosting the annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service on Monday, Jan. 20, 2025, at the Curris Center Large Ballroom located on Chestnut Street.

Celebrations marking what would have been the civil rights icon’s 96th birthday are planned throughout the region.

Milton officials have announced a celebration to honor civil rights activist Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. According to a city news release, the Fellowship of Churches will host a parade and celebration on Monday,

The Rock Hall will celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with a day of activities and live performances and free admission.

San Francisco's trash collection schedule will be adjusted for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, with changes to the regular pick-up dates for city residents.