MLK Day 2025 Events in Detroit: Marches, Museums, and More
Looking for ways to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. this weekend? We’ve got you covered.
Metro Detroit is pulling out all the stops, from wellness gatherings to historic marches and vibrant museum events. Here’s what’s happening—mark your calendar.
Saturday, January 18, 2025
Motor City Rise: A Celebration of Self & Community
⏰ Time: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.📍 Location: Williams Recreation Center, 8431 Rosa Parks Blvd., Detroit
Let’s kick things off by celebrating wellness, empowerment, and self-care.
Expect:
- A live DJ 🎵
- Yoga and movement sessions 🧘
- Youth performances
- Healthy refreshments
- A “Community Vision Wall”
Oh, and the best part? It’s FREE.
Sunday, January 19, 2025
United We Walk
⏰ Time: 1:45 p.m.📍 Location: West Bloomfield Middle School, 6000 Orchard Lake Road, West Bloomfield Township
This day is all about unity.
Gather for a heartfelt program themed “Continuing the Dream: Building Bridges of Unity.”
Highlights include:
- A mighty walk to the beat of a drumline
- Children’s Activities
- Service projects to make an impact
Bring your friends. Bring your family. Let’s walk the dream together.
Monday, January 20, 2025
22nd Annual Detroit MLK Day Rally & March
⏰ Time: noon 📍 Location: St. Matthew’s & St. Joseph’s Episcopal Church, 8850 Woodward Ave., Detroit
Feel the energy of Detroit as we march for labor rights, civil rights, and anti-war efforts.
This event brings together local speakers, artists, and activists to keep Dr. King’s legacy alive.
MLK Day at The Wright Museum
⏰ Time: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.📍 Location: The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, 315 E. Warren Ave., Detroit
Start your day with inspiration:
- Prayer breakfast featuring LaTosha Brown, co-founder of Black Voters Matter Fund
Then dive into:
- Workshops
- Film screenings
- Interactive sessions on bridging divides through creative expression
Don’t miss the stunning exhibitions:
- Frontline Prophet: James Baldwin
- Paul Collins: The Traveling Artist
This powerful day will leave you inspired, educated, and connected.
MLK Day Celebration at The Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation
⏰ Time: 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.📍 Location: 20900 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn
Let history come to life at The Henry Ford Museum.
Enjoy FREE admission and parking while soaking in:
- Live recitals of Dr. King’s speeches
- Musical performances
- A play: “The Beginnings of the Boycott.”
- A screening of “The Rebellious Life of Mrs. Rosa Parks.”
The With Liberty & Justice for All exhibit will also be open.
Southfield MLK Peace Walk
⏰ Time: 9 a.m.📍 Location: Hope United Methodist Church, 26275 Northwestern Highway, Southfield
Join the 40th annual Walk for peace and inclusion.
The walk ends with a commemorative program at the Southfield Pavilion, themed “Equality, Inclusion, and Diversity.”
MLK Day at the Detroit Historical Museum
⏰ Time: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.📍 Location: 5401 Woodward Ave., Detroit
Explore history in ways that will move you.
The program “Remembering the Life of Freedom Rider Viola Liuzzo” features:
- Panel discussions
- Storytelling
- Arts & crafts
- A history hunt covering 1955-1968
Bonus: It’s free with registration.
Honor the Legacy
This weekend isn’t just about events. It’s about impact.
From education to community engagement, these programs are your chance to celebrate, reflect, and take action.
Which event will you attend? The choice is yours. Let’s continue the dream. 💡
