Mlk Jr Day 2024 Dates And Times. Martin luther king day, often abbreviated as mlk day, is a federal holiday in the united states that honors the civil rights leader and activist, dr. Mlk day, honors and celebrates the life and achievements of martin luther king jr., the chief spokesperson for nonviolent activism in the civil rights movement.

On the third monday of each january, americans honor the memory of the reverend dr. Center for nonviolent social change (the king center) proudly announces the 40th official king holiday.