Locals celebrate Martin Luther King Day early

CREATED Jan. 20, 2013

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  • Martin Luther King Day is Monday, Jan. 21, but people in the Valley celebrated the life and legacy of the activist Sunday, who fought so hard for racial equality. Video by ktnv.com

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Las Vegas, NV (KTNV) -- Martin Luther King Day is Monday, Jan. 21, but people in the Valley celebrated the life and legacy of the activist Sunday, who fought so hard for racial equality.

Sunday, a church filled the air with praise and music all in his honor.

Crowds participated in a gospel extravaganza.

There was plenty of singing, and dance routines were also part of the event.

The event wrapped up at the 2nd Baptist Church on Madison Avenue.