# Light Up MLK for the Holidays — Pompano Beach

> Event for families in the Miami–Fort Lauderdale–West Palm Beach area (FL). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Sat, Nov 28 · 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Where: Annie Adderly Gillis Park, 601 Dr M.L.K. Jr Blvd, Pompano Beach, FL 33069
- Ages: All ages
- Price: Free; registration through Eventbrite
- Organizer: City of Pompano Beach Cultural Affairs Department
- Official page: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/annual-light-up-mlk-2026-tickets-1997779765056
- Last checked: Sat, Oct 24

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## About

The City of Pompano Beach's annual Light Up MLK holiday celebration at Annie Adderly Gillis Park. The MLK corridor comes alive with music, lights and live performances, food, games and giveaways, ending with a ceremonial lighting that kicks off the holiday season. The free community celebration is presented by the City of Pompano Beach Cultural Affairs Department; registration is through Eventbrite.

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