Monday is MLK Day, and many businesses and services are closed in observance of the federal holiday to honor the civil rights icon.

The MLK Jr. parade in Miami's Liberty City neighborhood has a rich tradition that started in 1977, making it one of the oldest Martin Luther King Jr. Day parades in the country.

Multiple parades and events are set to be held Monday in South Florida to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Across South Florida, volunteers used the holiday to honor Dr. King's legacy through service, demonstrating his enduring call to action for equality and community improvement.

Brevard honored Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Monday with a parade and other commemorations. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, also known as MLK Day, honors the American civil rights leader's birthday, although it rarely falls on that actual day. King was born Jan. 15, 1929, but the federal holiday is observed on the third Monday in January.

As preparations for President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration are underway, several Americans on Monday will also be honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

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While Alachua County residents celebrated Martin Luther King Jr. Day, President Donald Trump's return to the White House happened simultaneously.

Civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. traveled extensively in the fight for civil rights and several Florida stops were integral to his dream.

Communities throughout the Miami Valley have planned events and celebrations for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, which is on Monday, Jan. 20. Here are some of the regional events:

While several places will be closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, there will be events held in Miami-Dade and Broward counties to honor the late civil rights leader.