Apopka and Orange County announce events to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Apopka MLK Parade January 20th

Martin Luther King Jr.

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Posted Thursday, January 9, 2025 7:07 pm

From the Orange County Newsroom, City of Apopka, and Staff Reports

On behalf of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK) Initiative, Mayor Jerry L. Demings is pleased to announce the County’s participation in various events taking place in January 2025.

Comprised of local community partners and stakeholders from the private, public, and non-profit sectors, the mission of the Orange County Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Initiative is to celebrate and recognize Dr. King’s legacy through programs that promote unity, diversity, and connectivity. Increasing awareness while engaging in cultural differences fosters a sense of growth and cohesiveness. Honoring Dr. King’s contribution to humanity as a community truly reflects our County’s vision of diversity.

2025 MLK Events:

Orange County Commission’s Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Proclamation Presentation – January 7 at 9:00 a.m.
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. MLK Leadership Forum – January 16 at 7:00 p.m.
MLK Commemorative Luncheon – January 17 at 11:00 a.m.
Downtown Orlando Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Parade – January 18 at 10 a.m.
City of Eatonville Parade – January 18 at 2:00 p.m.
Arthur “Pappy” Kennedy Prayer Breakfast – January 20 at 7:30 a.m.
US Hunger / Orange County MLK Initiative Day of Service – January 20 at 9:00 a.m.
City of Apopka Parade – January 20 at 10:00 a.m. For more details, go here.
Zora! Zora Neale Hurston Festival – January 2025

Launched in 1990, the ZORA! ® Festival is a 3-day Outdoor Festival of the Arts that features public talks, museum exhibitions, theatrical productions, and arts education. This year’s event is scheduled for January 31 – February 2, 2025.

Black History Month 2025

On January 28th, Mayor Jerry Demings and the Board of County Commission will present the annual proclamation recognizing February as Black History Month. It will be presented to the Black History Committee of Orange County.

Orange County's website has a full 2025 Community Calendar of Events. Please note that all dates/times are subject to change and weather permitting.

About Orange County Government: Orange County Government strives to serve its residents and guests with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. Located in Central Florida, Orange County includes 13 municipalities and is home to world-famous theme parks, one of the nation’s largest convention centers, and a thriving life science research park. Seven elected members comprise the Board of County Commissioners, including the Mayor, elected countywide. For more information, please visit www.OCFL.net.