WASHINGTON, D.C. (7News) — The Scotland Juneteenth Heritage Festival wraps up its weeklong celebration with a powerful day of community events and celebrations on Thursday.
The festival, marking its third year, has become the largest Juneteenth celebration in the DMV. It honors the rich legacy of the historic Scotland community while celebrating Black freedom, culture, and resilience.
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Local officials, community leaders and festival founder LaTisha Gasaway-Paul are set to deliver remarks around 9 a.m.
FULL SCHEDULE
Opening Ceremony
- Starts at 9:00 AM
- Cabin John Village
Wellness and Social Action Pavilion
- 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- Cabin John Village
Family Carnival & Parade
- 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Cabin John Park
- Parade kicks off at 2:00 PM
Kinship Communities of Montgomery County Exhibition
- 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
- Scotland A.M.E. Zion Church
Clarence Isreal Juneteenth Classic
- 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- Shirley Povich Field
Fireworks & Tailgating
- Starting at 5:00 PM
- Shirley Povich Field
