Howard County Executive Calvin Ball, the Howard County Office of Human Rights & Equity, and the Howard County Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Commission invite you to attend the annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Celebration.

This family-friendly, in-person event will take place on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at the Howard Community College Horowitz Center, Smith Theatre.

The celebration will feature performances by diverse community groups and recognition of the 2026 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. “Living the Dream” Award recipients, as well as student winners of the essay, oratory, and poster contests.

A reception will begin at 6:00 PM, with light fare and live entertainment, followed by the main celebration at 7:00 PM.

📅 Date & Time:
Sunday, January 18, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM

📍 Location:
Horowitz Center Smith Theatre
Howard Community College
10901 Little Patuxent Parkway
Columbia, MD 21044

🔗 Click on the link below to register:
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Celebration

For more details or to get involved, contact the Commission by calling 410-313-6430 or emailing MLK@howardcountymd.gov.