Countdown to MLK

2027 King Holiday Observance

Carry the Dream Forward, Together and Be Love.

January 7–18, 2027Atlanta, GA & online

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Love is the work. This King Holiday, we heal humanity, honor truth, prioritize justice and practice nonviolence every day of the year.

Schedule of Events

Eleven days, one Beloved Community.

Tap a day to see what’s happening – every event includes a direct link to register or RSVP.

January 7
Thursday
Press Conference

2027 KHO Participant Spotlight

Meet The Voices

Hosts, honorees, performers, and presenters.
Our lineup will grow as participants are confirmed.

MLK, Jr. Beloved Community Awards Be Love Forum Commemorative Service

Minyon Moore

Honoree

Coretta Scott King Beloved Community Soul of The Nation Award

Donna Brazile

Honoree

Coretta Scott King Beloved Community Soul of The Nation Award

A’ja Wilson

Honoree

Beloved Community Youth Influencer Award

Ms. Rachel

Honoree

Christine King Farris Beloved Community Education Award

Amanda Nguyen

Honoree

Beloved Community Civic Leadership Award

Tabitha Brown

Presenter

Christine King Farris Beloved Community Education Award

To Be Announced

Host

Be Love Forum

To Be Announced

Honoree

Be Love Forum

To Be Announced

Performer

Be Love Forum

To Be Announced

Presenter

Be Love Forum

Be Part Of The Observance

Your place in the Beloved Community.

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Sponsor Recognition

2027 KHO Sponsors

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