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Martin Luther King, Jr. Observance Event

Sunday, Jan. 18 | 6 p.m. | Irving Arts Center, 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd.

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MLK Observance Event

Sunday, Jan. 18 | 6 p.m. 

Irving Arts Center, Carpenter Performance Hall, 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd.


The community is invited to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. through reflection, dialogue, and the arts. This annual event is free and open to the public, bringing people together to celebrate unity and inspire action.


Theme: Together We Dream: Building Stronger Community Through Action

Featuring special performances by:

  1. Cherish Love
  2. Dallas Black Dance Theatre
  3. Universal Academy Irving's Mighty Eagle Marching Band & Choir
  4. The Radio Community Choir
  5. Sylvester Jones
  6. Ashton"DJ Big Baby"Morgan
  7. Special Readings from the 2026 MLK Essay Contest Winners

Reception to follow, with desserts from Holy Rollie Pastry Shop. Experience an evening of inspiration, remembrance, and community connection. Everyone is welcome to be part of this meaningful observance.



Take a look back at moments from last year’s MLK Observance here.


Parks & Recreation | Special Events

Hannah James

Special Events Coordinator

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Jack D. Huffman Community Building

801 W. Irving Blvd.

2nd Floor

Irving, TX 75060


M-F, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.


P: (972) 721-2501