Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day events go virtual this year due to the pandemic Due to COVID -19, this year's celebration looks a little different, as several community events were hosted online. Author: Charmaine Nero (KARE 11) Published: 5:20 PM CST January 18, 2021 Updated: 8:03 PM CST January 18, 2021 MINNEAPOLIS — A day to remember and a day to reflect. Today's holiday, in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr's legacy, is known as "a day on, not a day off." A day of service for all Americans to volunteer to improve their communities. Due to COVID-19, this year's celebration looks a little different, as several community events were hosted online.