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  • 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.

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

    Become a Sponsor

    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.

    Find answers to your questions. You can also use our Chat feature!

  • 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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    People enjoying the National Cherry Blossom Festival near the Lincoln Memorial with blooming cherry trees and clear blue sky.

    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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  • About Us
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    • Signature Events
      • Pink Tie Party
      • Opening Ceremony
      • Petalpalooza®at Navy Yard
      • National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade®
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  • Community Programs
    • Student Art Showcase
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    • Bloomin’ Junior Ranger Program
    • Oxon Run Pinknic & Kite Fly
  • Plan Your Visit
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    • Support the Festival
      • Donate To The Festival
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      • Donate To The Auction
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      • Parade Specialty Units
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