The City of Champaign Neighborhood Services would like to encourage you to attend the 40th Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Service of Celebration. The event is open to the public, and all are encouraged to attend as we come together to recognize those who are actively shaping a brighter future for our community.
The event will take place on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at 5:00 pm in the Foellinger Great Hall at Krannert Center for the Performing Arts (500 S. Goodwin Ave., Urbana). Doors open at 4:00 pm with the MLK Community Choir performance. The celebration event begins at 5:00 pm.
The annual Unity Breakfast will be held on Monday, January 19, 2026, at Vineyard Church of Central Illinois (1500 N. Lincoln Ave. Urbana) at 8:30 am. Additionally, MLK Day is recognized nationally as a day of service in honor of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr’s legacy. You are encouraged to volunteer locally in service to the community.