THe National Gallery of Art
National Gallery Nights: Flowers After Hours
The East Building comes to life in this popular after-hours program. Join us for themed evenings with music, live performances, artmaking, pop-up talks, and more.
Don your best fascinator and celebrate spring and all things floral! At this ode to cherry blossoms, you can:
Experience dance performances by Emerge 125 and artist demonstrations on the 4th Street Plaza—open to all without registration.
Create wearable flower art with local artist Emily Paluska.
Get your photo taken at our flower wall and team up with friends to complete a blossom scavenger hunt.
Hear from emerging artists and wellness plant company Grounded in special pop-up talks.
Peek behind the scenes with National Gallery staff.
Dance to the sounds of DJ Rustam Opsanoff.
Enjoy art on the Roof Terrace.
YOUR FESTIVAL EXPERIENCE
What began with a gift in 1912 at the Tidal Basin is now a four-week extravaganza spanning Washington, DC, and neighboring communities in Maryland and Virginia. From exciting events to convenient hotels, delectable Cherry Picks restaurants to, vibrant Art in Bloom installations, and a jaw-dropping City in Bloom to joyful Petal Porches, see the Washington, DC area as you can only see it once a year!
