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Emancipation Day (Washington D.C.)

In 1862, President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation for the District of Columbia and consequently ended slavery. It is celebrated in the 16 April since then with an official holiday and huge parades every year.

Emancipation Day (Washington D.C.) dates

These are the dates and weekdays for the holiday Emancipation Day (Washington D.C.) in the next years.
Apr 16, 2024
Tuesday

Apr 16, 2025
Wednesday

Apr 16, 2026
Thursday

Apr 16, 2027
Friday

Apr 16, 2028
Sunday

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