DC Emancipation Day and other things to do in DC, Maryland & Virginia
WASHINGTON - This weekend is set to welcome some high temperatures and plenty of outdoor events. Kick it off with fun things to do around in D.C., Maryland, and Virginia.
DC Emancipation Day:
D.C. Mayor Bowser will host this year’s Emancipation Day Parade, concert, and fireworks. The free festivities begin with a parade, followed by the D.C. Emancipation Day Concert on Freedom Plaza – featuring D.C.’s own Ginuwine, Kelly Price, Ricky Dillard, New Generation, and EU featuring Sugar Bear, along with Go-Go fusion band Black Alley, Marcus Johnson, and other local and national artists.
The full lineup can be found here.
Japanese Street Festival:
The Japanese Street Festival is the largest celebration of Japanese culture in the United States. This two-day event will feature performances, food, and plenty of unique items for purchase. Grab a friend and submerge yourself in Japanese culture and arts this weekend.
Chery Blossom Parade, Emancipation Day Celebration road closures and parking restrictions
A couple of events will shut down roads in the District this weekend, so make sure you plan ahead.
Saturday the 13th- Spooky Festival:
The Shipgarten's Spooky Festival on Saturday the 13th of April will be a spooky blast. Costumes are encouraged to help set the ghostly ambiance that'll send shivers down your spine.
DC Beer Festival:
The DC Beer Fest returns to Nationals Park this weekend. Grab your friends and enjoy some warm weather while indulging in beer samples from over 80 breweries. The event will feature live music and a variety of food trucks.
The National Cherry Blossom Parade:
The Nation’s Springtime Parade will be held on Constitution Avenue and feature lots of activities. Attendees will enjoy grand colorful helium balloons, elaborate floats, marching bands from across the country, celebrity entertainers, and performers.
Click here to learn how to get to the parade.