In honor of Martin Luther King, Jr., and the spirit of service he represented, Volunteer Fairfax presents MLK Day of Service 2026, an in-person day of service for families, businesses, and youth. Service projects completed will benefit local nonprofits and community members in the Northern Virginia region. This experience allows children and teens to witness first-hand how impactful and valuable volunteering can be. This is a free event and open event to the public. Registration is required, find information here.
Volunteer Fairfax’s MLK Day of Service 2026 event will be held on Monday January 19. The day of service is family friendly and will take place at the Northern Virginia Community College – Ernst Community Gymnasium, 8333 Little River Turnpike, Annandale, VA 22003.
Martin Luther King Jr. said, “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is: ‘What are you doing for others?’”. Through Volunteer Fairfax’s signature event, MLK Day of Service, we seek to answer this question and honor King’s legacy.
Event Schedule
9:00 AM: Check in opens for shift 1
9:30 AM: Welcome ceremony
9:45 AM – 10:45 AM: Shift 1 service projects
10:30 AM: Check in opens for shift 2
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Shift 2 service projects
*All ages are welcome and service projects are suitable for ages 5 and up.
Volunteers must choose one of the two shifts available.