When Is Martin Luther King Jr Day 2024 Date. Martin luther king jr day is a paid federal holiday in the us, meaning civil servants and many school pupils are given the day off. The theme for human rights day 2024 is ‘equality for all:

King’s dream is alive in each step we take.” the 2025 festivities will begin with the parade kickoff at 10 a.m. 15, 2024, king’s actual birthday.