Home MLK Jr. Day Dreams of a King: How to Celebrate MLK Jr. Day with Kids by Christine LaiJanuary 12, 2022 Search more like this free admissionhip hopmartin luther king jr dayafrican americanaward winningcivil rightsday offeducationfamily friendlyfilm festivalfine artsfree ridesgiving backmusic Advertisement Trending Now Entertainment & Movies Netflix Finally Releases Trailer for Netflix Addams Family Spinoff ‘Wednesday’ Recalls 2 Million MamaRoo & RockaRoo Baby Swings Recalled after Infant Death Viral & Trending School’s Cell Phone Policy Goes Viral after Mom Refuses to Comply: ‘Nope’ News California Becomes 1st State to Provide Free Meals to Public School Kids News Nanny Job Listing Goes Viral Because It’s Bonkers Advertisement Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. had massive dreams that involved nonviolent, equitable communities—a beloved community, he called it. As the only federal holiday designated a national day of service, there are many ways for kids to become involved on their day off from school. Be it volunteering on a service project, visiting a museum, watching a virtual stream of a MLK celebration or reading a book on the civil rights’ movement, we can all work towards a beloved community and to keeping Dr. King’s memory and legacy alive. Editor’s note: This information was accurate at the time of publication but because things are rapidly changing with rising COVID cases, we urge you to check websites or call ahead before heading out. Manhattan Country School In personMLK March and Parade ***CANCELLED***Join in a 1.5 mile parade to honor those who marched from Selma to Montgomery by marching from San Francisco’s CalTrain station to Yerba Buena Gardens where a music festival will continue the celebration. Jan. 17, 11 a.m. Event details ***CANCELLED***Both CalTrain and MUNI are offering free rides on Monday*Annual MLK Music Festival at Yerba Buena ***CANCELLED***Featuring Grammy-winning artist Tony Lindsay, Les Femmes Fatales (of Grammy-winning band Train) and the Hip Hop lyrics from the artists of Hip Hop for Change, the 12th annual MLK music festival has a fabulous line up that is sure to delight all. Jan. 17, 1 p.m. Event detailsStories in Bloom: The Dream of a King at Filoli GardensGrammy-nominated storyteller Diane Ferlatte, accompanied by musician Erik Pearson, presents a youth and family-oriented performance that features stories and songs honoring Martin Luther King Jr. and his legacy. Jan. 16, 2 p.m. Event details Team Up to Clean Up San MateoJoin the city’s Team Up to Clean Up crew on a special volunteer day to help keep the city clean and debris-free. Jan. 17, 9 a.m. Event details MLK Showcase & Community Conversations at OMCA ***POSTPONED***This free, immersive experience will feature student and community artwork, film screenings and cultural activist performances in a family-friendly event that aims to engage the Oakland community and beyond. Jan. 17, 12 p.m. Event details Bair Island Volunteer Work Day ***CANCELLED***Join Peninsula Open Space Trust and San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory for this fun and unique opportunity to volunteer at Bair Island! Jan. 17, 9 a.m. Event details Free Admission at National ParksIn celebration of Dr. King’s birthday, all national parks are waiving admission in the year’s first fee free day of the year. Event details. Creative Commons Celebrate MLK Day with MoAD ***CANCELLED***Celebrate with MoAD on the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. National Day of Service! The museum will be providing FREE admission and family activities with the Prescott Circus Theater, Sidewalk Chalk Art with Jamie Treacy and a Scavenger Hunt in the galleries. Jan. 17, 11 a.m. Event details MLK Day of Service and CelebrationSeveral community projects are available to sign up for through the Joshman Family Jewish Community center in the celebration of MLK. Jan. 17, Event details MLK Jr Day of Service ***CANCELLED***Honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. by giving back to Andy’s Unity Park in Santa Rosa. Volunteers will work on the park paths and other landscape projects to keep the park looking fantastic with lunch served afterward. Registration required for this volunteer event. Jan. 17. 1 p.m. Event details Martin Luther King Day at Marijane Hamann ParkHelp beautify this wonderful park at the border of San Jose and Campbell and celebrate MLK through a day of service. Jan. 17, 8:45 a.m. Event details Yoichi Okamoto VirtualStanford University’s World House Project Film FestivalThe World House Project will host a free, four day webinar and virtual film festival featuring 30 documentaries, musical performances, interviews and panel discussions that speak to Dr. King’s vision of the World House. Jan. 14-17, Event details 38th Annual MLK CelebrationSF parks and recreation presents a virtual celebration of MLK featuring Dr. Joe Canton as keynote speaker.Jan. 14, 11:30 a.m. Event details Rally for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.2022 marks The 5th Avenue Theatre’s sixth year of proudly supporting the Kent School District’s Rally for Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Each year, the rally is led by a team of passionate teen leaders and features musical performances, community speakers and student reflections on the life, work and legacy of Dr. King. This year, you are cordially invited to join us as the rally is streamed for the Kent community and beyond. Jan. 17, 7 p.m. Bee Calder Brooklyn Tribute to Martin Luther KingThe celebration brings together artists and civic leaders to commemorate the life and legacy of Dr. King. The 36th edition features speeches by civic leaders and activists and performances, including live appearances from singer Nona Hendryx with Craig Harris & Tailgaters Tales and Sing Harlem and a recorded dance piece by choreographer Kyle Marshall. Join us in hope and in solidarity! Jan. 17, 7:30 a.m. Event detailsTacoma’s MLK Day CelebrationJoin the city of Tacoma for its 34th annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration. This year’s event theme is “Hope & Healing” and will highlight the present and the future of Dr. King’s impacts on our community and feature local performers and speakers who work and volunteer to ensure our community represents equity, hope, and healing. Jan. 17, 8 p.m. Event detailsMLK Day Celebration 2022The California African American Museum invites families to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day immersed in music, culture and community. This year’s virtual festival highlights MLK’s dedication to labor and workers’ rights with the importance of these movements continuing on today. Jan. 17, 10 a.m. Event detailsFurther resources:Stanford University’s Martin Luther King, Jr. Research and Education Institute has a list of Recommended Readings for Kids —Christine Laifeatured image by Maria Chambers RELATED STORIES:Cool Things to Teach Your Kids about MLKHow to Teach Little Kids about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 14 Ways Kids Can Give Back without Leaving the House21 Places to Visit to Understand Race in America26 African-American History Books to Read with Your Kids Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)Click to share on Copy (Opens in new window) Search more like this free admissionhip hopmartin luther king jr dayafrican americanaward winningcivil rightsday offeducationfamily friendlyfilm festivalfine artsfree ridesgiving backmusic Welcome to our Tinybeans family! 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