# Event Details - **Event Name**: Detroit 23rd Annual MLK Day Rally & Community Fellowship - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 19 Jan, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Mon, 19 Jan, 2026 at 04:00 pm - **Event Description**: 23rd Annual Detroit MLK Day Rally & Community Fellowship: "The Struggle Continues"Join the Detroit MLK Day Committee and the Moratorium NOW! Coalition for the 23rd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Rally. This historic grassroots event is the largest social justice gathering in Southeast Michigan, bringing together activists, labor leaders, and community members to honor Dr. King’s legacy through a lens of modern-day advocacy and mass movements.? Event At-A-GlanceDate: Monday, January 19, 2026Rally Start: 12:00 PM (Noon)Community Meal: 2:00 PMLocation: Historic St. Matthew’s-St. Joseph’s Episcopal Church, DetroitCost: Free and open to the publicTheme: "Six Decades of Mass Movements: The Struggle Continues"? Location & Venue SignificanceThe event is held at the Historic St. Matthew’s-St. Joseph’s Episcopal Church, located at:Address: 8850 Woodward Avenue (between King and Holbrook), Detroit, MI 48202.Why it matters: This venue is a landmark of Detroit’s resistance history. It served as a station on the 19th-century Underground Railroad and was a central hub for the Northern High School Student Strike of April 1966. Its location in the North End neighborhood places the rally in the heart of a community actively engaged in struggles regarding gentrification, food security, and social equity.? What to Expect: Schedule & Highlights12:00 PM – The Rally: The program begins in the church sanctuary. Expect an inspiring lineup of keynote speakers, local activists, poets, and cultural workers. The focus for 2026 emphasizes the 60+ year history of mass movements for labor rights, civil rights, and political self-determination in Detroit.1:30 PM (Approx.) – Freedom March: Historically, the rally is followed by a peaceful march through the North End neighborhood. Participants carry banners and signs advocating for jobs, peace, and justice.2:00 PM – Community Fellowship & Meal: Following the rally/march, a complimentary hot meal is served in the church basement. The meal is traditionally prepared by the Detroit Wobbly Kitchen and supported by local merchant donations.? Logistics: Parking & RegistrationParking: Street parking is available on Woodward Avenue and surrounding side streets like Holbrook and King. Arrive early (by 11:30 AM) as the venue fills to capacity quickly.Registration: While the event is free, attendees are encouraged to register via Eventbrite (search "23rd Annual Detroit MLK Day Rally") to help organizers estimate the meal count.Public Transit: The church is easily accessible via the DDOT Woodward (Line 4) bus, which stops directly near the church.❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)Is this the same as the "46th Annual" parade? While some cities (like Oklahoma City) celebrate their 46th year, the Detroit MLK Day Rally & March is in its 23rd Annual year as a grassroots-led event. It is known for its focus on social activism rather than a traditional ceremonial parade.Can I volunteer or contribute? Yes. The Detroit MLK Day Committee is a volunteer-run group. Donations are accepted on their website (mlkdetroit.org) or via mail to 5920 Second Ave., Detroit, MI 48202.Are there other MLK events in Detroit? Yes! Other major 2026 observances include:The Wright Museum: Annual Prayer Breakfast and community workshops (8:00 AM – 4:00 PM).The Henry Ford Museum: Offering free admission and parking on January 19th.Detroit Historical Museum: Hosting a family-focused celebration from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/detroit/detroit-23rd-annual-mlk-day-rally-and-community-fellowship/100001977572694163 - **Event Categories**: martin-luther-king-day, nonprofit, parades, workshops, art, literary-art, koningsdag - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Detroit - **state**: MI - **country**: United States - **location**: St. Matthew's & St. Joseph's Episcopal Church - **lat**: 42.3810055 - **long**: -83.07971550000002 - **full address**: St. Matthew's & St. Joseph's Episcopal Church, 8850 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Detroit 23rd Annual MLK Day Rally & Community Fellowship - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/decbd400ec5337b38b0eb56ac83253f712d0462d8339a18962a634c80a7164fc-rimg-w640-h240-dc777777-gmir.jpg?v=1766307038 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Detroit 23rd Annual MLK Day Rally & Community Fellowship being held? - **A:** Detroit 23rd Annual MLK Day Rally & Community Fellowship takes place on Mon, 19 Jan, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Mon, 19 Jan, 2026 at 04:00 pm at St. Matthew's & St. Joseph's Episcopal Church, 8850 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Detroit 23rd Annual MLK Day Rally & Community Fellowship? - **A:** Detroit 23rd Annual MLK Day Rally & Community Fellowship is organized by Event Guide in United States. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Event Guide in United States's events? - **A:** Event Guide in United States has 1,400+ followers on AllEvents, reflecting a trusted and active community of event-goers who follow their events. 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