Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration

Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration

Monday, January 19, 2026

8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Location

F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre
603 Edmonston Drive
Rockville, MD 20851

Directions

Join us for a dynamic Martin Luther King Jr. event themed “Reclaiming the Dream: Justice, Equity, and Action,” as we explore what it means to advance equity and justice in our communities today. Through deep and engaging conversations on equitable governance, shared leadership, systemic change, and restorative practices, this event will highlight the power of collective action, civic innovation, and healing justice. Together, we’ll reflect, reimagine, and recommit to building a future rooted in justice for all. Continental breakfast provided.

Schedule of Events:

8:30 a.m.: Doors open.
8:30 – 11 a.m.: Continental breakfast available.
9 a.m.: Welcome by the Human Rights Commission and Mayor Ashton.
9:30-11:30 a.m.: Presentations by local leaders.
11:30 a.m. – Noon: Closing remarks.
Noon: Event concludes.

Event announcement banner with the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial and text about a celebration on January 19, 2026, at the F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre.