The 2010 National Cherry Blossom Festival will be held between March 27 and April 11.
This year's 2010 Festival marks the 98th celebration of the original gift of the 3,000 cherry trees by the city of Tokyo to the people of Washington, DC in 1912. Come and enjoy the spirit of the season.
Once again, signature events celebrating spring will take center stage on the following dates:
- NCBF Family Day & Opening Ceremony presented with the National Building Museum - Saturday, March 27
- A Guided Taste of Japan (formerly known as Grand Sushi & Sake Tasting) - Wednesday, March 31
- Fireworks Show - Saturday, April 3
- Lantern Lighting Ceremony - Sunday, April 4
- Parade of the National Cherry Blossom Festival - Saturday, April 10
- Sakura Matsuri - Japanese Street Festival - Saturday, April 10
- Gala Dinner Cruise aboard the Odyssey - Wednesday, April 7
- Credit Union Cherry Blossom 10 Mile Run - Sunday, April 11
- Daily Cultural Performances at the Target Tidal Basin Stage - Saturday, March 27 - Sunday April 11
A complete list of 2010 Festival events will be available November 2009.
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