2026 MLK Day of Service and Volunteer Fair

Montgomery County's Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service 2026

Join us for our annual in-person event at the Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center on Monday, January 19, 2026, as we celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a day of service and community engagement. Together, we will honor his teachings and work toward creating a more inclusive and equitable society. Participate in various service projects and engage with local nonprofits to explore year-round opportunities to give back. Let’s come together to pay tribute to one of history's greatest civil rights leaders and continue Dr. King’s dream of a better world.

Event Details:

• Time: Service projects and volunteer fair from 2:00 PM – 4:00 P.M. Doors open at 1:30 P.M.
• Location: Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center

We look forward to seeing you on Sunday, January 19! Let’s make a difference together.

Want to get in the spirit? Check out this one-minute video from 2019!

Check in starts at 1:00 P.M. on both the upper and lower levels of the Conference Center.

For Student Service Learning (SSL) Hours, SSL forms can be picked up at the MCVC/MCPS Table at the end of the event.

Students will receive 2 SSL hours for their participation in community service from 2:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. Please note that participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must take place outside of school hours. Nonprofits are responsible for student safety during the event. Parents/guardians are encouraged to contact the hosting nonprofit with any concerns.

By registering for this opportunity, you are pledging to continue completing acts of service in the spirit of Dr. King.

Parking is available at the North Bethesda Metro. Use the walkway under Rockville Pike to access the Marriott.

The event will occur rain, shine, or snow. Check this page for updates.

Info: Check in begins at the upper and lower level of the Conference Center

Info: Doors open and event kicks off with an Opening Ceremony

Info: Community service begins at 2:00 PM in the Great Ballroom. Students begin to earn 2-hours of student service learning (SSL) hours.

Info: Students may pick up their SSL forms from the MCPS table in the foyer.

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