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PEAK BLOOM is over!
Peak bloom has officially ended, but we can’t wait for next year’s magical experience when the cherry blossoms bloom again!
While peak bloom has occurred the blossoms are still blooming at the Tidal Basin. While the blooming period is difficult to predict more than ten days in advance, the Festival has so much to offer throughout a City in Bloom no matter when the blossoms bloom.
On March 17, 2024, the National Park Service announced that the trees have PEAK BLOOM! The blossoms are still blooming and we encourage you to check them out on our #BloomCam if you can’t visit the Tidal Basin.
Peak bloom is when 70% of the iconic cherry blossoms open on the Yoshino cherry trees around the Tidal Basin in Washington, DC. The full blooming period lasts from several days to up to two weeks, depending on weather conditions.
WATCH THE BLOSSOMS LIVE
#BloomCam
#BloomCam, brought to you by the Trust for the National Mall, in partnership with the National Park Service and Earthcam, is a 24/7, live, real-time view of the cherry trees lining the Tidal Basin, one of the most popular and iconic sites in Washington, DC. Positioned on the Salamander Washington DC rooftop, #BloomCam offers year-round views of the cherry trees and their seasonal changes to viewers worldwide and is highlighted here during Bloom Watch as we await the peak blooms.
Special Thanks to EarthCam for their support in making the #BloomCam possible!
National Park Service
Our friends at the National Park Service offer a wide array of cherry blossom resources and educational resources — from understanding the five stages of bloom to the history of the trees as they’ve reached each stage – past and present. For those who celebrate the blossoms from afar, these resources are an incredible way to experience the blooms if you can’t be there in person.
Join the Bloomin’ Junior Ranger Program
Become a Bloomin’ Junior Ranger and take a virtual walk around the Tidal Basin with a National Park Service ranger. Learn how you can participate in at-home activities and ways to protect the trees!
Protect the Cherry Trees
The National Cherry Blossom Festival is honored to partner with the Trust for the National Mall to support the care of the iconic cherry trees and the blooms we celebrate each spring. The Trust works all year long to raise awareness and financial support to help the National Park Service care for the cherry trees. Support the Trust for the National Mall’s Cherry Tree Endowment by visiting BloomCam.org to learn how you can help ensure the cherry trees continue to thrive for generations to come.
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Thursday, March 20 - Sunday, April 13
What began with a gift in 1912 at the Tidal Basin blossoms throughout Washington, DC, and neighboring communities in Maryland and Virginia. Plan your Festival experience today, and click the button below to get the latest updates on all things blossoms!
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The National Cherry Blossom Festival, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization dedicated to promoting the beauty of nature and international friendship through year-round programs, events, and educational initiatives that enhance our environment, showcase arts and culture, and build community spirit.