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MLK Weekend of Service 2026

Friday, January 16, 2026 - 9:00 am to 12:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Registration Required
Golden Gate National Recreation Area | Bldg 201 Fort Mason, San Francisco, CA 94123

Event Details

Parks Conservancy

Join the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy in January to make MLK Day a “day on, not a day off”. We’ll be celebrating the Civil Rights leader’s life and legacy all weekend with volunteer and engagement programs from Friday, January 16 – Monday, January 19, 2026.

Volunteers of all ages are invited to take part in park maintenance, habitat restoration, nursery work, and other outdoor service projects at some of the GGNRA’s most iconic parks. Whether you’re looking for MLK Day volunteer opportunities, family-friendly service projects, or ways to give back outdoors, there’s something for everyone.

Bring yourself, your friends, and your family to kick off the new year and take part in your community on this National Day of Service! Most events require pre-registration.

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: FREE*
*Registration Required
Categories: *Top Pick*, Charity & Volunteering, In Person, MLK Day, Nature, Outdoors
Venue: Golden Gate National Recreation Area
Address: Bldg 201 Fort Mason, San Francisco, CA 94123

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