2025 Dream Lives: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration

Name: 2025 Dream Lives: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration
Start: 2025-01-18T09:00:00-05:00
Location: Columbus Consolidated Government Center

Schedule

Sat, 18 Jan, 2025 at 09:00 am

UTC-05:00

Location

Columbus Consolidated Government Center | Columbus, GA

The city of Columbus, Georgia, is proud to announce the 2025 Dream Lives: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration, taking place on Saturday, January 18, 2025. This inspiring event will honor the life and legacy of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a champion of civil rights and social justice, with festivities beginning at 9 AM on the steps of the Government Center in downtown Columbus.

The celebration will feature the renowned Rapper MC Lyte. Considered one of the pioneers of female rap DJ MC Lyte, MC Lyte has collaborated with music greats like Beyonce and Cardi B. Additionally, she is an actress, speaker, and philanthropist. MC Lyte will be guiding attendees through a morning filled with powerful reflections, music, and community engagement. Following the opening ceremony at 9am at the Government Center Tower, a Walk of Unity to the Columbus Convention and Trade Center at 10 AM, where guests will continue to celebrate Dr. King’s enduring impact.
The program will include uplifting speeches, live performances, and opportunities for community members to engage with one another, emphasizing the importance of Dr. King's message in our current times. This day serves not only as a remembrance of Dr. King's contributions but also as a reminder of the ongoing journey toward civil rights and equality.