Free Family-Friendly Events to Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Northeast Ohio

Families looking for ways to honor Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, January 20, can take advantage of several free events across Northeast Ohio. Museums, cultural institutions, and attractions are offering complimentary admission, making it a perfect opportunity to explore and learn while celebrating the legacy of Dr. King.

Cleveland

• Cleveland Botanical Garden - 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM🎟️ Free admission, no advance registration required

• Cleveland Museum of Natural History - 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM🎟️ Free admission, no advance registration required

• Cleveland History Center - 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM🎟️ Free admission, no advance registration required

• Cleveland Museum of Art - 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM🎟️ Free admission, no advance registration required

• Rock & Roll Hall of Fame (Reservations Required) - 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM🎟️ Free admission with advance reservations. Maximum of four tickets per order.🔗 Reserve tickets here

• Maltz Museum - 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM🎟️ Free admission, no advance registration required

• Cleveland Orchestra – Severance Hall - 11:30 AM – 5:00 PM🎟️ Free admission, no advance registration required

  Performance Schedule:

  • 11:30 AM – Doors open

  • 11:45 AM – Blakk Jakk Dance Collective

  • 12:15 PM – Tiamoyo Chorale

  • 1:00 PM – Cleveland Orchestra Youth Chorus

  • 1:45 PM – Bassoon Farm Student Showcase

  • 2:00 PM – Crescendo Student Showcase

  • 2:30 PM – Music Mentor Student Showcase

  • 3:00 PM – Stix Quintet

  • 3:30 PM – The Dance Centre Performances

  • 4:15 PM – COYO Performance

Akron

• Akron Zoo - 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM🎟️ Free admission and parking, no advance registration required

• Akron Art Museum - 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM🎟️ Free admission, no advance registration required

Enjoy a meaningful and educational day with these free events while celebrating the life and impact of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.