2024 Schedule of Events
This schedule is subject to change, please check this page frequently for event updates.
Friday, Jan. 5
Capturing the Dream - Youth Talent Showcase
Youth 6 to 19 in age to showcase their talents including singing, dancing, art, acting, poetry and more! Event partners: National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) Aurora Chapter and Young Aspiring Americans for Social and Political Activism (YAASPA).
Monday, Jan. 8
Opening Celebration, Prayer Vigil and Proclamation Reading
An opening celebration featuring dance, music and theatre to celebrate MLK Jr.’s legacy. Refreshments to be provided followed by an interfaith prayer vigil and the reading of the MLK commemoration proclamation.
Wednesday, Jan. 10
The Local Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Discussion Panel
A brief lecture about Dr. King’s visits to the Denver area and discussion from a diverse group of Aurora residents reflecting on the legacy of the civil rights leader and how his vision has shaped our community.
Friday, Jan. 12
Interfaith Breakfast
Special Guests: Poonam and Everett Moore, Poonam’s by Design and E-Class Transportation owners, and featured designers in HGTV’s Rico to the Rescue. Consider donating youth art supplies for entry. Event partners: Aurora Community of Faith (ACOF) and Aurora Mental Health & Recovery.
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8:30 - 10:30 a.m.
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Quebec Place Event Center, 430 S. Quebec St. Denver, CO 80247
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RSVP by emailing [email protected]
Building Trust Summit
A summit that aims to develop trust and connection as a foundation for future public safety, law enforcement and community collaboration. This event is hosted by the Greater Metro Denver Ministerial Alliance and facilitated by the U.S. Department of Justice and Community Relations Services (CRS).
Community College of Aurora Virtual Student Film Fest
Event features films from Community College of Aurora students
Saturday, Jan. 13
Wreath-laying Ceremony
City officials and community members will attend
Community Service Project
Help assemble and sort hygiene kits and care items for Aurora Public Schools students/families in need.
Event partner: Iron Sharp Community Foundation.
Sunday, Jan. 14
Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Ecumenical Service
Event hosted by Greater Metro Denver Ministerial Alliance
Monday, Jan. 15
2024 MLK Marade
Event hosted by the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Colorado Holiday Commission
MLK Jr. African American Heritage Rodeo
Tuesday, Jan. 23
Community College of Aurora MLK Jr. Luncheon
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11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
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Community College of Aurora Rotunda, 16000 E. Centretech Parkway
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For questions, email [email protected]