2026 Press Kit

Find all your resources including photos, press releases, and other media information for the 2026 National Cherry Blossom Festival. The Official Communications Partner of the Festival is LINK Strategic Partners. 

Press Releases and Photos

The press releases and photos are sorted by event in our Press Kit.

Events Requiring Credentials

The National Cherry Blossom Festival features many  events that are primarily free and open to the public. For events requiring credentials, one pass per media outlet will be issued unless special equipment is needed. A request does not guarantee that credentials will be issued. A limited number of official Festival events require media credentials:

Quick Tools for Media

Other Event Credentials

Please contact participating organizations directly for media accreditation to other Festival events.

Media Inquiries

For other media-related inquiries and questions, please contact us at media@linksp.com

Satellite Truck Access

For satellite truck access in the Tidal Basin area, please contact the National Park Service (NPS) permit division. 

Press Kit

Find press releases, media advisories, photos, and more.

Official Festival Press Images

Contact us to request high-resolution, media-quality images of cherry blossom trees, scenic views, and our signature events.  

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