In 2025, D.C. is celebrating 20 years of officially observing the holiday. A parade, festival, concert and fireworks will ...

The Emancipation Day Parade starts at 2 p.m. on Pennsylvania Avenue between 10th and 14th streets NW. After the parade, the ...

Live music, activities for the family and lots of sunshine. That’s what drew thousands of people to Freedom Plaza on Sunday for the 20th edition of the DC ...

Thousands celebrate DC Emancipation Day with a parade, live entertainment, and fireworks, marking the 20th anniversary of the public holiday.

The District will soon celebrate its 163rd D.C. Emancipation Day, marking 163 years since slavery was abolished in the city.