Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Multicultural Rally
2024 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Multicultural Rally
The annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Rally Committee multicultural celebration took place in person on Monday, January 15, 2024. The rally brought together community residents, Bay Area youth, local faith-based organizations, civic leaders, and local business owners dedicated to fulfilling Dr. King’s goal of equality and social justice for all. The event included esteemed speakers, music, awards, scholarship presentations, and refreshments.
Originating from the founding of the MLK Jr. Memorial Grove at the Regional Shoreline, the East Bay Regional Park District and its Board of Directors was a sponsor of the Rally event.
Previous Events
2023 Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Multicultural Virtual Rally
The 31st Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Multicultural Rally was held virtually on January 16, 2023, to commemorate the memory of Dr. King’s legacy - his advocacy, sacrifices, and messages to bring about social. economic, and environmental justice for all and to continue the dream to inspire today’s youth in our East Bay communities. Guest speakers include Congresswoman Barbara Lee and CA State Attorney General Rob Bonta, accompanied by performances and introductions from Rally Committee members, music choirs and students.
2022 Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Virtual Rally
Monday, January 17, 2022
On January 17, 2022, the East Bay Regional Park District and the Regional Parks Foundation co-sponsored the 30th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Multicultural Rally. Guest speakers include Congresswoman Barbara Lee and CA State Attorney General Rob Bonta.
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Honoring Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. – Online Program
Monday, January 17, 2022
Viewers learned about the creation of the MLK holiday, and the legacy that Dr. King left behind. We took a look at his beginnings and all the way through to the final chapters of his life. We also discussed elements of his famous "I Have a Dream" speech.
2021 Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Virtual Rally
Monday, January 18, 2021
The Park District celebrated the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in a livestream event honoring his life and dream through words, song, dance and spirit, emceed by Board Director Ellen Corbett. Presented by the Martin Luther King Jr Rally Committee, this special program was the 29th year as Oakland’s longest continuing celebration of Dr. King. Featured guests included former San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown, youth from MLK Freedom Center, and many others.