Juneteenth, federal holiday
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Explore the vibrant Juneteenth celebrations in the Washington, D.C. region, despite funding gaps and political shifts elsewhere.
Juneteenth 2025 events across the United States Washington, DC. The Anacostia Community Museum will hold a daylong celebration featuring events like musical performances, morning
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Washingtonian on MSN9 Juneteenth Celebrations Around the DC AreaOn June 19, 1865, news of the Emancipation Proclamation reached Galveston, Texas, and the last enslaved people in America were freed. Join the DMV community in celebrating the historic event at a parade, pop-up market, or festival this month.
Street parties, exhibits, concerts, family carnivals and more events to celebrate Juneteenth this month.
Explore the vibrant Juneteenth celebrations in Maryland, Washington D.C., and Virginia. Discover a variety of cultural events, music, food, and activities.
The U.S. will observe Juneteenth on Thursday. Juneteenth was recognized as a federal holiday in 2021. It goes back to 1865 in Galveston, Texas.
The Juneteenth flag will fly over some state capitols and city buildings on June 19. Here's what to know about the flag's history and meaning.
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Mommy Poppins on MSNFather’s Day Weekend 2025 Things To Do in DC: Plus, Honoring Juneteenth and MoreLooking for the best things to do in DC this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list for this weekend. Two big holidays are coming up: Father's Day is Sunday and Juneteenth is next Thursday!
Juneteenth, commemorating the end of slavery in the U.S., will be observed on June 19, 2025, marking its fifth year as a federal holiday. Celebrations are planned across Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia,
Like with most federal holidays, the U.S. Post Office will be closed on Thursday, June 19, 2025, for Juneteenth. Both UPS and FedEx will be open for delivery and pickup services on Juneteenth. Both services run through holidays, and customers will be able to do business in-store as well.