March 20 - April 12, 2026 | Washington, DC

Events

About Us

About

The four-week festival celebrates the enduring friendship between the people of the United States and Japan with diverse and creative programming.

The 2026 Official Artwork, “America in Bloom,” was created by Tim Yanke, an American artist with Park West Gallery, one of the world’s largest art dealer.

Learn who the dynamic community leaders are who serve on the Festival’s board.

Meet the festival team

Find press releases, our media toolkit, and contact information

Join our team: Learn about employment opportunities & internships

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Events

Events

Browse numerous events across the area to celebrate the cherry blossoms and spring

Browse numerous events across the area to celebrate the cherry blossoms and spring

National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade®

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Petalpalooza®at Navy Yard

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Opening Ceremony

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Pink Tie Party

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Blossom Kite Festival

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This page features past events from the National Cherry Blossom Festival that are no longer part of our current programming.
Sponsors

Sponsors

Meet the sponsors who make the festival possible. Learn how you can align your brand with one of the world’s greatest celebrations of spring.

Leadership Circle Sponsors

Host Sponsors

Align your brand with one of the world’s greatest celebrations of spring.

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2025 Festival Sizzle Reel

2025 Sponsorship Prospectus
Community Programs

Community Programs

Explore how the festival celebrates art and the cherry blossoms in unique, beautiful ways.

This award-winning campaign is an opportunity for residents and the business community to join the Festival as we welcome spring

Peek at this special afternoon tea celebrating the history and experiences of DC seniors.

Explore how the Festival celebrates art at the National Park Service to help children learn about the trees and how to protect them.

The Girl Scouts patch program commemorates the gift of the cherry trees and the enduring friendship between the United States and Japan.

Discover how this program enhances creativity, collaboration, and community spirit in DC schools

Extend the joy beyond the Tidal Basin with this program to share the gift of cherry trees throughout the DC area

Get ready to blossom in style!
Plan your Visit

Plan your Visit

Watch #BloomCam, a 24/7, live, real-time view of the cherry trees lining the Tidal Basin

Get information on the many ways to get to the cherry blossom trees and Festival events.

Plan your Festival stay at one of our participating hotels

Let’s spring together and savor the flavors of our favorite restaurants

This award-winning campaign is an opportunity for residents and the business community to join the Festival as we welcome spring

More exciting ways to enjoy the National Cherry Blossom Festival!

The National Cherry Blossom Festival welcomes pets at select festival events with pet amenities available onsite.

We are committed to making our events inclusive and welcoming for all attendees.

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Get involved

Get Involved

Become a Sponsor
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Donate To The Festival
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Donate To The Auction
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Protect The Cherry Trees
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Support one of the world’s greatest celebrations of spring and help keep our events accessible to all by donating to or sponsoring the Festival.

Special lighting, custom installations, and our Signature Cherry Blossom Decals, will visually unify the region – making it known that DC “owns” spring.

Showcase your springtime menu during the festival

Invite residents and visitors to explore a blooming stay at your property

Support our events to help build our community

Be a part of this highly-regarded signature program for college-age students

Blossom Kicks for Kids
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The National Cherry Blossom Festival offers numerous opportunities for students to get involved.

Parade Specialty Units
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Parade March Bands
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Tidal Basin Performers
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Showcase your talents at one of our signature events

Learn how you can align your brand with one of the world’s greatest celebrations of spring.
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March 20 – April 12, 2026

Mark your calendar for 2026 Festival dates!

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Pink Tie Party

Celebrate with cocktails, gourmet bites, live entertainment,
and a silent auction supporting the Festival.

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National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade®

Celebrate spring with dazzling floats, marching bands, performers,
and festive energy along Constitution Avenue.

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2026 Sponsors

Thank you to the partners who make the Festival bloom.

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Visit Bloom Watch for official, up-to-date cherry blossom and peak bloom info

Discover your joy.
Make lasting memories.
Find your bloom here.

What began with a gift of trees from Japan at the Tidal Basin in 1912 now spans four weeks in Washington, DC, and neighboring communities in Maryland and Virginia. Residents and visitors are invited to celebrate all that spring has to offer in Washington, DC — from exciting events to delectable Cherry Picks restaurants, vibrant  City in Bloom® installations, delightful hotel stays, and more. 