Martin Luther King Jr. Day is on Monday, Jan. 20, 2025. Since it's a federal holiday, some businesses and services may be closed. Here's what to know.

Family and others carrying on Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy of equality, justice and nonviolent protest want Americans to remember that Monday's holiday is really about helping others.

The next federal holiday is upon us. On Jan. 20 we honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. The day is celebrated on the third Monday in January. This year it also marks Inauguration Day. Many offices and businesses may be closed or operating at different hours because of the day.

MLK Day is Monday, Jan. 20, 2025. On this day, Americans are encouraged to observe civic work and community service in honor of King's legacy. Columbus' first MLK Day March was held in 1987, one year after the federal holiday was observed. Since then, the city engages in annual celebrations for the community.

Americans will celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. We’re told it’s a day to remember a man who shared a dream that inspired our nation: to bring justice where there is injustice, freedom where there is oppression,

Enjoy the “Let’s French,” Bistro Du Jour’s bottomless brunch deal during MLK weekend. For $32.99 per guest, indulge in 90 minutes of drinks like the French 75, bellini, and Colette’s Punch while enjoying entrées popular in Parisian eateries. This deal is available the entire weekend, including MLK Day.

All federal and state courts and non-essential services will be closed on Monday, and the major banks — Bank of America, Capital One, Citibank, PNC, Wells Fargo and Truist — consider MLK Day to be a bank holiday, and will be closed.

Throughout his life, Martin Luther King Jr. championed civil and human rights across the country, including here in D.C. where he delivered his famous “I Have a Dream” speech. This year, the annual commemoration of the late civil rights leader coincides with the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump.

Two federal holidays are observed on Monday. Here's how banks, the DMV, government offices and stores will be impacted.