BloomFest at the Tidal Basin

BloomFest at the Tidal Basin will be March 27–April 11.

The predicted dates for Peak Bloom are March 29–April 1.

Witness peak bloom at the Tidal Basin in Washington, DC, while also experiencing entertainment representing Japanese, American, and other cultures! 

Hosted in partnership with the National Park Service, BloomFest at the Tidal Basin features Junior Ranger educational activities, food trucks, Festival merchandise for sale, a beer garden, and musical performances.

Live performances among the blossoms at the Tidal Basin celebrate the longstanding friendship between the U.S. and Japan with a dynamic, cross-cultural mix of American, Japanese, and other performing arts. This year, we are expecting over 100 performances on the ANA Stage. Get ready to experience a variety of genres: Americana,  Bluegrass, Classical, Folk, GoGo, Jazz, Pop, Rock, R&B, and Salsa. Expect a diverse array of dance styles and performances, including Japanese, Eastern European, K-Pop, Indian, Flamenco, Thai, Zumba, Cambodian, and HipHop!

BloomFest is open 10 AM – 6 PM every day. Performances are featured on the ANA stage beginning at NOON daily, rain or shine. See below for the detailed performance schedule; sign up for our emails to receive an update!

PLEASE NOTE: It is against the law to touch or climb the cherry trees. Help us continue to enjoy these beautiful trees for many generations to come!