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April 16th marks Emancipation Day in Washington DC
On April 16, 1862, then President Abraham Lincoln signed the compensated emanicipation act which set free 3,100 enslaved persons in the District of Columbia nine months before President Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation. Emancipation day is a holiday in Washington DC therefore, schools, government offices and post office are closed.
Yes free family activities in the heart of the DMV. This is always a hot topic among parents and guardians. Sometimes it seems like you have to be a high roller or "insider" to find activities to do with the kids. We are all about sharing valuable info to help our readers plan and play in Washington DC. So whether you have hyper toddlers or bored teens, this list of resources and events are a starting point to finding family fun (and help the adults stay sane too...lol).
Cherry Blossom Festival- DC National Cherry Blossom Festival kicks off spring goes from March 20 to April 13, 2014. Celebrating the beauty of thousands of fluffy pink blooms. This is an annual celebration marking the end of winter and the beginning of spring. Caiso SteelBand covered calypso, reggae and pop hits with island flavor at the Southwest Waterfront Fireworks Festival on April 5th thanks to Ashleigh Chevalier and Gravatt Entertainment. As bands played on several stages face painting, jewelery making and other family activities were happening. For latest 2014 Cherry Blossom events call 1-877-442-5666 or visit National Cherry Blossom Festival.
White House Easter Egg Roll- the first Monday after Easter, fun for children ages 7 and under and their families. visit White House Easter Egg Roll
Passport DC- late april to early May. DC embassies open their doors to the general public to display and experience the music, food, crafts and culture of their nation. For more info visit Cultural Tourism.
Did you fav family place make our list? If not add your fav place to the list in the comment section below.
Its Spring lets put the winter clothes away and go outside to play.
Washington, DC is know for partisan politics, time consuming traffic jams, mumbo sauce, national monuments and smithsonian musuems. But did you know that each spring 1.5 million people flock to the national mall in downtown DC to view the cherry blossom trees along the north bank of the tidal basin in West Potomac park.
National Cherry Blossom festival kicks off spring in DC and Caiso Steelband are honored to be apart of the festival. Yes ma, I finally made it in the Cherry Blossom festival. Caiso has been apart of wedding celebrations, corporate and community events but this is the first time we will perform at an official cherry blossom festival event. We are looking forward to a good jam. Here are the details about the event:
When: April 5th
Venue: 7th Street park Stage 7th St SW & Water St SW, Washington, DC 20024
public show: FREE
Start:4:00p End: 5:30p
Spring is here and check out a list of upcoming performances for CAISO SteelBand. Call us at 240-893-3739 or email us for more info.
