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National Cherry Blossom Day in the Fairfax Visitor Center

Into the Woods at FPFP

Celebrate the National Cherry Blossom festival with this free event at Frying Pan Farm Park. We invite you to trek on our nature trail to experience the changes of spring. Visit stations peppered throughout the trail to build a fairy house, help tally migratory and year-round resident birds, and search for critters in the soil and water. Enjoy Japanese teas at the historic Frying Pan Meeting House. Stop by the Indoor Arena first for a map and instructions. The program runs from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. For more information, call 703.437.9101. All ages welcome.

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Founding Farmers – Reston
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703-988-7333
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1904 Reston Metro Plaza Drive
Reston, VA 20190

Founding Farmers – Reston
Phone
703-988-7333
Address

1904 Reston Metro Plaza Drive
Reston, VA 20190

Japanese Culture Day

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Japanese Culture Day

Japanese Culture Day provides an exciting opportunity for children, their families, and teachers to learn about Japanese culture through reading, writing, and craft-making with Japanese cultural and linguistic professionals. Activities include a demonstration of the Japanese harp, calligraphy, and tiara making with the cherry blossom princesses, in addition to our regular programs, such as the introduction of Japanese woodblock prints, Japanese storytelling, and origami, among others. The Japan-America Society of Washington DC will present Japan-In-A-Suitcase, a program introducing Japan and its culture.

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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, 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!

Explore the Festival's Roots

Travel to Japan is open once again, and we invite you experience and explore Japan firsthand. Learn more about the Festival partners who would love to help you plan your trip!

TRAVEL TO JAPAN

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The National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade presented by Events DC

Let's Go!
4/15

Sakura Matsuri- Japanese Street Festival

Let's Go!
4/15 - 4/16

The 29th National Japan Bowl

29th National Japan Bowl

DIGITAL JAPAN BOWL

Join Japan-America Society of Washington DC on Friday, April 9, 6-9 PM EDT for the 29th National Japan Bowl Championship Round livestream. Watch as the level II, III, and IV finalists go head to head on questions about Japanese language, history and culture, and cheer on your favorite teams.

The Japan Bowl is a national Japanese language and culture competition developed and sponsored by the Japan-America Society of Washington DC (JASWDC) in1992. The Japan Bowl tests the achievements of high school students throughout the United States who are studying Japanese. It goes beyond language and culture by testing students’ knowledge of Japanese culture, history, geography, and current events.

The 2021 Japan Bowl will be hosted virtually on Hopin.

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Blossom Kite Festival

National Cherry Blossom Festival, Blossom Kite Festival Presented by Amazon

Spring On the Fun!

BLOSSOM KITE FESTIVAl

Presented by Amazon

Join us at the Washington Monument Grounds with soaring activities, music, competitions, and performances. Kite enthusiasts, beginners, families, and friends are all welcome.

Get ready to enjoy kite demonstrations and competitions, arts & crafts, and so much more. We can’t wait to share what we have in store for 2025!

2024 BLOSSOM KITE FESTIVAL SCHEDULE*

COMPETITION & DEMONSTRATION FIELD

Welcome Remarks: 10:00 AM
National Anthem: 10:05 AM 
KIPP Mass Ascension + Mikio Toki: 10:10 AM
Mikio Toki Demo + Kite Ballets: 10:45 – 11:15 AM
TEAM KITELIFE Demo #1: 11:15 – 11:45 AM
Hot Tricks Showdown: 11:45 – 12:30 PM
TEAM KITELIFE Demo #2: 12:30 – 1:00 PM
Adult Kite Makers Competition: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Professional Mass Ascension: 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Kite Arch: 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Rokkaku Battle: 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
TEAM KITELIFE Demo #3: 3:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Awards: 4:00 PM – 4:30 PM

FAMILY FIELD

NOT A SAINT BAND: 10:30 – 11:45 AM
Practice Fly for Youth Kite Makers: 10:45 – 11:45 AM
Youth Kite Makers Competition: 12:00 – 12:45 PM
Youth Kite Makers Awards: 12:45 – 1:00 PM
IAN CARROLL BAND: 1:15 – 2:30 PM
Mascots Bol Race: 2:00 – 2:30 PM GUAVA JELLY BAND (Bol Races): 2:30 – 4:00 PM

* Schedule is subject to change 

COMPETITION REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Adult Kitemakers Competition Registration………………………..10:00 – 12:00 PM

Youth Kitemakers Competition Registration………………………..10:30 – 11:30 AM

This year, the theme of the kitemaking competition is ‘Colors of the Wind’.

To fly a kite in the Adult Kitemakers Competition, Hot Tricks Showdown, or Rokkaku Battle, competitors must register either online in advance or at the Registration Tent on the day of the event. Registration is free of charge.

To fly a kite in the Youth Kitemakers Competition, youth competitors must register at the table located next to the Family Field Stage on the day of the event.

Registration for all other competitions will remain open until spaces are filled, or the competition begins.

Winners of each category will receive a prize!

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COMPETITION RULES & DETAILS

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Become a kite expert with Kite Flying Workshops

Kite Flying 101

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Kite Flying Crossword

History of Kite Flying Crossword Puzzle

Learn about the history of kite flying from the American Kitefliers Association. Then test your new knowledge with this crossword puzzle!

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Coloring Page of Blossom Kite Festival

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Reminisce on flying kites together on the grounds of the Washington Monument by coloring this scene from Blossom Kite Festival.

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Transportation

Parking is limited in the District, especially during the National Cherry Blossom Festival. It’s highly recommended that visitors use DC’s alternative transportation modes like Capital Bikeshare, DC Streetcar, Scooters, DC Circulator, Metrobus, and Metrorail to make the most of their experience. 

GETTING TO THE BLOSSOMS
Parking

We recommend booking convenient and affordable parking in advance through SpotHero, the nation's leading parking reservations app.

To reserve your parking spot, visit the National Cherry Blossom Kite Festival SpotHero Parking Page and book a spot with rates up to 50% off drive-up.

Health and Safety

The health and safety guidelines for  2023 are yet to be determined. We recommend that all eligible attendees be vaccinated against COVID-19 in alignment with CDC recommendations.

Please Note: To best protect and preserve the cherry trees, please do not touch or climb them, it’s against the law.

Pet Comfort Stations

Pet comfort stations will be available at the Tidal Basin Welcome Area, Blossom Kite Festival, and Petalpalooza. Discover all of our pet-friendly tips and details!

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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, see the Washington, DC area as you can only see it once a year!