LOS ANGELES -- Michael Jackson's family, friends and fans are planning a massive show of support when the pop superstar is arraigned on child molestation charges this week.

Fans and family of Jackson, including his brother Jermaine, scheduled a news conference today in Encino to announce plans for the singer's arraignment, set for Friday in Santa Maria. Fans plan to have cars and buses travel to the courthouse in northern Santa Barbara County from throughout Southern California and even Las Vegas, said an event organizer.