MLK Day Kids Activities in Vermont
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is more than a day off school — it’s a day to celebrate kindness, service, and big dreams. Whether you’re looking to enjoy winter’s beauty, explore indoor fun, or create moments of meaning with your kids, we’ve rounded up ideas for a memorable and meaningful MLK Day.
Learn about MLK
View these family friendly educational MLK videos for kids together.
Sesame Street: https://youtu.be/NGd6J-jwzV8?si=SLM9S63sS61cWDh2
Elmo and his friends are making a Peace Tree to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day. They each draw pictures on leaves to show how they will carry on Dr. King’s wish by treating people fairly and kindly, but Elmo doesn’t know what to draw. With Tamir’s help, Elmo finds the perfect thing to draw on his leaf and complete the tree.
PBS Kids: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WNnu2cj3-pU
The third Monday of January is Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a day where, in celebration of the birthday of Martin Luther King Jr., people are encouraged to give their service and volunteer.
Volunteer
MLK Day is held in celebration of the birthday of Martin Luther King Jr., where people are encouraged to give their service and volunteer. Collect for your local food shelf, and look for family-friendly volunteering opportunities in your community.
Hike Trails at the Rokeby Museum
A Vermont National Historic Landmark, designated for its exceptional Underground Railroad history, Rokeby closed for the season, you can explore the trails on the grounds and find information on their website!
Trail map: https://rokeby.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/ROKEBY_TRAILMAP_2023.pdf
Enjoy the Outdoors Together
Spend quality family time together getting fresh air and enjoying winter’s beauty. Find sledding, ice skating (wild, rinks and indoor), skiing & riding, and other winter activities here: https://findandgoseek.net/winter-fun/.
Indoor Activities
With most libraries closed on Monday, explore other indoor venues like local museums, science centers, and play areas. ECHO hosts a free admission day on MLK Monday! It’s also national popcorn day, a great excuse to see that movie the kids have been asking about! Find indoor fun: https://findandgoseek.net/indoor-activities/.
Whether you’re heading outside, warming up indoors, or learning together at home, MLK Day is a perfect chance to make meaningful family memories. As always, check out our event calendar for more kid-approved plans: https://findandgoseek.net/event-calendar/?view=day&date=2026-01-19