Paducah's Eighth of August Emancipation Celebration

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Eighth of August Emancipation Celebration, Aug. 8

While Juneteenth is the national recognition of the end of slavery, Paducah celebrates its African American heritage during the annual 8th of August Emancipation Celebration, marking the end of slavery in Paducah. Special events are held throughout the city during the celebration, including a memorial service, youth activities, live music and entertainment, an African American heritage historical monument and marker trail and more.

Pay tribute to Paducah's African American heritage during the annual 8th of August Emancipation Celebration! African Americans in Paducah have traditionally observed this day in commemoration of their ancestors' emancipation from slavery.

As featured on Paducah "Wall to Wall" Murals, this event originated at Stuart Nelson Park and is now hosted at venues throughout Paducah, Kentucky. Special events include a memorial service, youth activities, live entertainment, and much more.

For more information, please visit paducah.travel/event/eighth-of-august-emancipation-celebration/33515/