Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Celebration & Service

In honor of the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., the City of Surprise is hosting its annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Celebration & Service and adding another event that same week! The programs are for all ages and will include a variety of local musicians, performers and speakers.

MLK Musical Celebration & Reflections
Wednesday, January 12 • 6 - 8 p.m.
Willow Canyon High School Auditorium • 17901 W. Lundberg St.

Enjoy community speakers and performing artists and groups like Canyon Ridge and Gideon Choir. Reverend Powell of Gideon Church and others will share reflections on the impact Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. had on their lives and the inclusive work that is needed to continue his vision. Surprise Mayor Skip Hall, Shadow Ridge Principal Michael Hawkins, and Willow Canyon youth representative, Jessica Brown will also speak at the event.

Light refreshments will be served.

MLK Day of Celebration & Service
Saturday, January 15
8:30 a.m. Music & Breakfast • 9 a.m. Program (service projects immediately following event)
Surprise City Hall Courtyard • 16000 N. Civic Center Plz.

Gather with your community to honor the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with a day of celebration and service around Surprise. 

Light breakfast will be served to the first 500 guests, starting at 8:30 a.m. 

This event will include Keynote Speaker, Col. Wanda Wright, recognition of the art contest winners, service projects, and performances by Valley Vista High School, Ashton Ranch, American Idol Finalist LaKisha Jones, Gideon Missionary Baptist Choir, Arizona Redeemed Choir, Brooklyn Ball and more!

Sign up for the Day of Service! Volunteer to help with a community service project. Projects are for all ages and will last approximately 1-4 hours. Advanced registration is required. Please contact Larry Garcia at larry.garcia@surpriseaz.gov or 623.222.1522 if you are interested.