Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a wonderful opportunity to commemorate the contributions of Dr. King to equality, justice, and community service. It’s a time to reflect on his legacy and take meaningful actions to honor his vision for a better world. It's also a great time to come together as a community and make our own contributions for ourselves, our families and our neighborhood at large. Whether you're looking to volunteer, learn, or enjoy cultural activities, Allentown has something special for everyone. Here are some meaningful ways to celebrate and reflect on this important day:
Allentown Art Museum’s MLK Jr. Day Celebration
- Date: Monday, January 20, 2025
- Time: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Location: Allentown Art Museum, 31 N 5th St, Allentown, PA 18101
- Details: Enjoy a day full of family-friendly activities, including art-making workshops, live musical performances, and inspiring poetry readings. Admission is free, making it an accessible event for all.
- 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.: Art making in the Crayola Classroom
- 11:30 a.m. – Joyful Voices Community Choir in Rodale Classroom
- noon-4 p.m. – Hourly poetry performances in the galleries
- Contact: Visit https://www.allentownartmuseum.org/blog/events/mlk-day-celebration-2025/ for more information.
Volunteer Center of Lehigh Valley’s MLK Day of Service
- Date: Monday, January 20, 2025
- Time: Various times
- Location: Locations across Allentown and the Lehigh Valley
- Details: Participate in meaningful service projects, such as organizing food drives, cleaning parks, or assembling care packages for those in need. This is a great way to give back and make a positive impact in the community.
- Contact: Sign up at https://www.volunteerlv.org/mlk or call (610) 807-0336.
Martin Luther & Coretta Scott King Memorial Project Day Light Vigil
- Date: Monday, January 20, 2025
- Time: 9:30 AM.
- Location: MLKCSK Memorial, 4th & Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Allentown, PA
- Details: This heartfelt gathering includes a ceremony to honor Dr. King and Coretta Scott King. Celebrate their lives and legacies with inspiring speakers and community spirit. Admission is free.
- Contact: Visit their Facebook page for updates.
Rebuild The Dream MLK Day program
- Date: Monday, January 20, 2025
- Time: 11 AM - 12:30 PM
- Location: Union Baptist Church, 302 N. 6th Street, Allentown, PA 18102
- Details: This gathering honors the long-held tradition of our community gathering together in a house of faith on Martin Luther King Jr. Day to reflect, celebrate, and recommit to the work of justice and unity.
Come experience a moving program of music, spoken word, and dance. You will leave inspired and uplifted.
This program is free and open to all.
A free-will offering will be received. - Admission is free.
- Contact: Facebook page for more information.
Cedar Crest College Martin Luther King Jr Day Annual Breakfast
- Date: Tuesday, January 20, 2025
- Time: 9am - 10am
- Location: Cedar Crest College, 100 College Dr, Allentown, PA 18104
- Details: Join Cedar Crest College in the Tompkins College Center on Monday, January 20th at 9am to celebrate the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. Enjoy a light breakfast, listen to impactful speakers, and commit to a dream for the future in 2025!
- Contact: Visit cedarcrest.edu for updates.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. inspired millions with his vision of equality and service. This MLK Day, take the opportunity to celebrate his legacy in Allentown and the surrounding areas by attending one of these events or participating in a service project. It’s a chance to reflect, connect, and honor the values that Dr. King stood for. See you there!
