As America approaches the celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s magnificent legacy, there are a wealth of FREE, and cheap, MLK Day events this weekend in and around Birmingham to engage your entire family.
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Check out this amazing roundup for in-person and virtual MLK Day celebrations that will touch your spirit.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 15, 2022
6th ANNUAL MLK DAY 5K DRUM RUN
Photo courtesy MLK Day 5K Fun Run
A merging of drumlines from schools and organizations in the Birmingham area merges runners and walkers to complete a 5K racecourse, or 1 Mile Fun Run for kids 12 and younger), to the beat of the drums. Each drumline will receive a donation to their band program from the Leftover Energy Foundation. Cost for registration is $40 at the event.
TIME:
8 A.M. – 5K Start Time
9 A.M. – 1Mile Fun Run/Walk (Ages 12 and under)
4th Avenue Historic District / History Park
1700 4th Ave North
Birmingham, AL 35203
2022 VIRTUAL MLK JR. DREAM KEEPERS’ WORKSHOP
Photo courtesy One Church One School Initiative
If you prefer to remain home, you and your family can learn more about the courage of Dr. King and discuss how the youths keep his dream alive in this FREE virtual workshop.
TIME: 10:00 A.M.
One Church One School Initiative – ZOOM ONLY (provided publicly)
ZOOM Meeting ID: 839-2084-5210
Passcode: 419819
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MONDAY, JANUARY 17, 2022
2ND ANNUAL MLK DAY FREE GAS GIVEAWAY
Photo courtesy Carlos Chaverst Foundation
In honoring Dr. King’s legacy of giving to his community, the Carlos Chaverst Foundation will sponsor its 2nd Annual MLK Day FREE Gas Giveaway. Citizens can get registered to vote and get up to $20 worth of FREE gas and FREE food, a live DJ, and more. Register here to get the time of the celebration!
TIME: Register here for complete details or contact the foundation at 205-671-8514
Shell Gas Station
800 3rd Avenue W
Birmingham, AL 35204
Carlos Chaverst Foundation Website
ANNUAL MLK UNITY BREAKFAST AT THE BJCC
Gather with a number of city leaders for breakfast to reflect on the contributions of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Organized by the Community Affairs Committee, attendees will enjoy breakfast at 7 a.m., a performance by the MLK Unity Choir and rapper “Killer Mike.” Tickets are $50 and may be purchased at the door. Contact Scottie McClaney at (205) 612-0254 for details.
TIME:
- Doors – 6:30 am.
- Breakfast & Gospel Concert – 7:00 am.
REALIZING KING’S DREAM: MLK FREE DAY AT BCRI
Photo courtesy BCRI
Join the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute in a full day of FREE gallery tours, as well as live performances and virtual programs that suit everyone. The museum is in need of volunteers, so if you’re unable to get a ticket due to COVID-19 limitations, go here to sign up for a volunteer slot.
TIME: 9 A.M.-5 P.M.
Birmingham Civil Rights Institute
520 16th St N
Birmingham, AL 35203
MLK DAY OF SERVICE WITH UNITED WAY
Get hands-on with United Way for its MLK Day of Service. Volunteer to help with various community service projects around Birmingham. No donation or fee is required.
VARIOUS LOCATIONS AVAILABLE – Register Here
MLK’s BELOVED COMMUNITY
A collaboration sponsored by UAB Leadership and Service Council, Live HealthSmart Alabama, Protective Life, and the Woodlawn Foundation, MLK’s Beloved Community honors the memory and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. MLK’s Beloved Community join UAB students and Birmingham citizens to work together in service to the community. Pre-registration is required through BlazerPulse. For event information and disability accommodations, contact getinvolved@uab.edu or call 205.934.8020. Volunteers will gather for service at 10:00 a.m. at Protective Stadium.
TIME: 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Protective Stadium
1020 24th St N.
Birmingham, AL 35203
Pre-registration Required Here
4TH ANNUAL MLK DAY HABITAT RESTORATION
Photo courtesy Alabama Audubon
Gather with Alabama Audubon to complete outdoor work and service at the Audubon-Datnow Forest Preserve, located at Birmingham’s W.E. Putnam Middle School.
TIME: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m
E. Putnam Middle School
1757 Montclair Road,
Birmingham, AL 35210
GIVE MORE LOVE SERVICE DAY WORKSHOP WITH POET SENECA WILSON
Photo courtesy Seneca Wilson
Get empowered at this FREE virtual Give More Love Service Day Workshop with Birmingham poet and author, Seneca Wilson, aimed at assisting high school and college students understand the importance of being a leader and giving back to their communities. Open to the first 100 students who register here.
TIME: 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. CST / 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. EST
Seneca Wilson – ZOOM ONLY (provided after registration here)
MLK DAY FOOD DRIVE FOR HALF-PRICE ADMISSION
Photo courtesy The Birmingham Zoo
As it closes out its popular Glow Wild lighting displays on Monday, January 17, the Birmingham Zoo welcomes the donation of any non-perishable or canned food item for half-price admission to the zoo. Enjoy the Zoo for only $8 (plus tax) for adults, $7 (plus tax) for senior citizens 65 years and older and military, and $5.50 (plus tax) for children ages 2-12 years old. Children under 2 are FREE. This drive supports the Zoo’s Community Food Bank of Central Alabama Food Drive
TIME: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Birmingham Zoo
2630 Cahaba Road
Birmingham, AL 35223
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