When Is MLK Day 2027?
Martin Luther King Jr. Day falls on Monday, January 18, 2027 — always the third Monday in January, close to Dr. King's birthday of January 15. Established as a federal holiday in 1983, it honors the civil rights leader's legacy and is widely observed as a "day on, not a day off," with many communities organizing volunteer service projects.
Books and Ways to Reflect
Many people use the day to revisit Dr. King's writings and speeches, or to introduce his legacy to children through books. We've gathered a few popular titles and related items below.