Ridgefield's MLK celebration goes virtual for 25th year Greg Marku FacebookTwitterEmail Mark Robinson of Ridgefield hosts the Martin Luther King Day celebration in the Ridgefield Playhouse. Monday, Jan. 20, 2014Scott Mullin / Scott Mullin RIDGEFIELD — This year, Jan. 18 marks the 25th anniversary of Ridgefield’s Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration, honoring the legacy of the great civil rights leader with an awards ceremony, speakers and performances. This year, the resident who started this event will be recognized for his unique contribution. Every year The Spirit of Dr. King Award is given to a Ridgefield resident for their outstanding commitment to community service and selflessness, to celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. King. This year will be special, not only because of its 25th anniversary, but because for the first time it will take place virtually.