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Pop-Up Street Theater

Synetic Theater

Pop-Up Street Theater

Synetic will be clowning around with pop-up performances all around Arlington during the National Cherry Blossom Festival!

We’re going back to our roots and bringing world-class street theater to the Festival. A pair of physical theater improvisers will be making special appearances at the Art Wall in Virginia Highlands Park, the Crystal City Water Park, and the Long Bridge Park Esplanade.

Check out the Synetic Theater Instagram @synetictheater to see where we are and how long we’ll be there on Sundays!

Get ready for a silly good time!

CRYSTAL CITY WATER PARK

1601 Crystal Drive
Arlington, VA 22202

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Rail Symposium 2024: Value Creation for a Sustainable Society

Japan International Transport and Tourism Institute, USA

Rail Symposium 2024: Value Creation for a Sustainable Society

Co-hosted with the American Public Transportation Association

The business environment surrounding passenger rail has changed dramatically globally since the outbreak of the pandemic. Currently, demand for passenger rail has not returned to pre-pandemic levels with the diversification of work styles, including more remote work.

At the same time, we have witnessed significant milestones for this industry in the past few years in both Japan and the U.S.

This symposium aims to present and discuss how the value of passenger rail is being articulated and measured in both countries, reaffirming the social and economic role that passenger rail plays by connecting cities and enhancing their attractiveness and resilience.

There will be a reception following the event featuring sushi and sake.

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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!

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Pink Tie Party

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4/15

Opening Ceremony

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4/23

SAAM Cherry Blossom Family Celebration

Smithsonian American Art Museum

SAAM Cherry Blossom Family Celebration

Celebrate the season of cherry blossoms with SAAM! Begin the day on the F Street Plaza (weather permitting) with a taiko drumming performance by drumming group Nen Daiko. The program continues inside in the Kogod Courtyard for Japanese pop, boogie, and more with Les The DJ. Enjoy other performances while children (12 and under) make cherry-blossom themed crafts. Face painting is available for attendees ages 12 and younger. Treat yourself with tasty offerings for purchase from the Courtyard Café. A spring-themed scavenger hunt through SAAM’s galleries extends the cherry blossom fun.

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PLAN 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!

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Petalpalooza presented by Chase

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4/6

Blossom Kite Festival Presented by Amazon

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Sakura 2024: Live Projection by Robin Bell

National Cherry Blossom Festival

Sakura 2024: Live Video Projection

SATURDAY, MARCH 23 SHOWING CANCELLED
FINAL SHOWING WILL BE SUNDAY, MARCH 24

Bell will mix the installation live every evening, and each night, the visuals will build upon the previous night’s work, showcasing custom pieces by Bell and other renowned D.C.-based artists, Jonathan Monaghan, Matthew Curry, and the Festival’s official artist, Nicholas Shi.

Robin Bell, founder of Bell Visuals, is an award-winning multimedia artist based in Washington, DC. Robin works on a range of creative, political, and public interest projects. Building upon his formal training as a classical printmaker, Robin developed a unique style of live video collage, which he has performed at well-known venues, including The Kennedy Center, 9:30 Club, The Phillips Collection in Washington, D.C., Central Park Summer Stage in New York City, and The Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles, California.

Nicolas Shi is the Official Artist of the 2024 Festival. He is a long-time D.C. resident and was born in El Salvador to Chinese parents. His work is influenced by his Latin American upbringing, his Chinese heritage, and his formal education in the United States. Shi has exhibited internationally, most notably at Museo de Arte, El Salvador; Centro Cultural Casa de la Moneda, Santiago, Chile; Smithsonian’s Anacostia Community Museum, Washington, DC; the Gasteig Cultural Center, Munich; the Ibero- Amerikanishes Institut, Berlin; and the Biggs Museum of American Art, Dover, Delaware.

Jonathan Monaghan is a D.C.-based artist working across a range of media, including prints, sculpture, and computer-animated video, to produce otherworldly objects and narratives. Past exhibitions include The Sundance Film Festival, The Walters Art Museum in Baltimore, and The Palais de Tokyo in Paris. His work sits in numerous public and private collections, including The Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, The Phillips Collection in Washington, D.C., and the Microsoft Art Collection.

With a career spanning 20 years, Matthew Curry’s award-winning graphic design and illustration has been profiled by APPLE, earning him two Grammy® nominations and an ART TALK feature on VICE®. Beyond his nominated work for Thievery Corporation, Matthew’s artwork has been commissioned by Fortune 500 Companies and hangs in galleries and private collections all over the world. In addition to his work as an artist, Matthew has also been invited to speak about his work and process for National Geographic, The Art Director’s Club, AIGA, and The Corcoran College of Art & Design.

PLAN 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!

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Opening Ceremony

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3/23

Petalpalooza Presented by Chase

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Sakura Matsuri festival at capitol building

Sakura Matsuri – Japanese Street Festival

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SAKURA MATSURI - Japanese Street Festival

The Sakura Matsuri – Japanese Street Festival is the largest celebration of Japanese culture in the United States. The festival features over 24 hours of Japanese cultural performances on four stages (including J-Pop, traditional Japanese music, and martial arts) and a diverse range of cultural exhibitors, artisan and commercial vendors of traditional and contemporary Japanese goods, and Japanese and other food and beverages. The festival also spotlights travel and tourism opportunities and innovative Japanese technologies.

Sakura Matsuri festival at capitol building
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Street Closure Notice

4/15 – 4/16/23: Streets surrounding the National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade route (7th – 17th Streets Northwest off Constitution Avenue) will be closed the morning of Saturday, April 15. Please note that the Sakura Matsuri – Japanese Street Festival will be taking place nearby on Pennsylvania Avenue between 3rd and 7th streets NW and roads will be closed both Saturday and Sunday, 4/15 – 16.

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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

PLAN 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!

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Pink Tie Party

Let's Go!
3/15

Opening Ceremony

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3/23

Sakura Sunday 2024

National Harbor

Sakura Sunday 2024

Sakura Sunday celebrates the Cherry Blossoms with free cultural activities including an artisanal Japanese marketplace, cultural performances, culinary delights, a sake and beer garden and more!

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PLAN 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!

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

PLAN 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!

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Petalpalooza presented by Chase

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4/6

The National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade presented by Events DC

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Sakura Taiko Fest

Miyako Taiko

Sakura Taiko Fest at sylvan theater

Sponsored by chase and Produced by Miyako Taiko

The Sakura Taiko Fest has grown from a small concert first held in a dance studio to a full day of free, family-friendly taiko performances in downtown DC. Each year, we welcome a number of North American taiko groups and feature a variety of different taiko styles as a celebration of Japanese-American cultural and artistic traditions.

Miyako Taiko was founded in 2014 as a community group affiliated with the Mark H Rooney Taiko School. The group works together to strengthen its members’ practice of taiko, develop relationships within the taiko community, and broaden public knowledge of the art and traditions of taiko. They love to share their taiko and their energy at events in DC, Maryland, and Virginia.

Sakura Taiko Fest Schedule*

12:05 PM: Mark H Taiko Students
12:30 PM: Fushu Daiko
1:05 PM: Nen Daiko 
1:35 PM: Tsumugu
1:45 PM: Miyako Taiko
2:25 PM: JGB Shibuki
3:05 PM: Gendo Taiko
3:45 PM:  MHTX
4:25 PM: ShinDaiko
5:05 PM: Great Lakes Taiko Center
5:40 PM: Shin- En

*Subject to change

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Performing Groups

ShinDaiko

ShinDaiko is a Japanese taiko drumming ensemble based in Boston, Massachusetts. As a contemporary taiko ensemble, they build on traditional taiko roots while exploring modern melodies and sounds with a multi-instrumentalist roster of musicians. The Japanese character “Shin” in ShinDaiko means “advancing” or “moving forward.” ShinDaiko seeks to always be moving forward in their musical vision, to explore new ideas and concepts, and to weave the powerful sounds of taiko with other musical influences to create their own distinct melody.

Fushu Daiko

Since our beginning in 1990, Fushu Daiko has practiced joyously on a quest for dynamic wholehearted taiko drumming, understanding, and appreciation in the way of taiko, Japanese culture, and all of life.

Fushu Daiko is made up of many nationalities and backgrounds, yet we have been drawn together by the taiko. Through its vibrations, Fushu Daiko wishes to create a sense of connection in the hearts of those who feel the taiko’s beat.

Nen Daiko

Nen Daiko is the taiko ensemble of Ekoji Buddhist Temple in Fairfax Station, VA. Since 1994, Nen Daiko has been entertaining audiences throughout the Washington, DC metropolitan area with a repertoire that includes traditional festival songs and more contemporary compositions. Our members are from diverse backgrounds and faiths, joined by our common respect for the art of taiko, the teachings of Buddhist taiko, and our joy and exuberance for the artistic expression of taiko. The group owes much gratitude to Ekoji’s founding minister Rev. Kenryu Tsuji who provided the name “Nen,” our sister groups Soh Daiko (NY) and Hoh Daiko (NJ) for their generous mentorship, and all the causes and conditions that have allowed us to practice and share the art of taiko for the past 29 years.

In October of 2017, members of Nen Daiko created Dounen Daiko for youth ages 12-17. The group was named by Ekoji’s resident minister, Rev. Nari Hayashi. The kanji (Chinese character) “dou” means “child” (e.g., child of Nen Daiko) and comes from the Sanskrit of “kumara” which means a child from the age of 8 to 19 who studies and follows the Buddha’s path. Nen Daiko members run the youth group and love to see how Dounen members embrace and integrate the joy of taiko into their lives.

JGB Shibuki

Formed in 2016 in Buffalo, NY JGB SHIBUKI grew out of members of the Japanese Group of Buffalo who shared a dream and desire to learn taiko. The word SHIBUKI means “splash” in Japanese, and is inspired by the nearby natural wonder, Niagara Falls.

Great Lakes Taiko Center (GLTC)

Great Lakes Taiko Center (GLTC) is a nonprofit arts & culture collective in Southeast Michigan USA, sharing the gift of Taiko arts experiences through education and performances. Taiko is rooted in the ancestral wisdom and cultural history of Japanese music traditions and continues to grow today as a global cultural arts movement that amplifies imagination, uplifts spirits, and builds community. Through the art of Taiko, GLTC members and supporters embody practices of collective care and creative connection in their communities as they drum, dance and dream together with abundant love and joy.

Members attending Sakura Taiko Fest 2024 will represent three of our Taiko Performance Groups:

Raion Taiko (Sound of Thunder) Ensemble 2009

Godaiko (Great Lakes) Drummers 2015

T3: Tanoshii Taiko Tai (Fun Drum Team) Community Group 2017

Gendo Taiko

Gendo Taiko is a contemporary Taiko drumming ensemble centered around celebrating diasporic Asian identities. Consisting of students from Brown University and the Rhode Island School of Design, the group plays across New England for events ranging from music festivals to small gatherings.

Nen Daiko​

Nen Daiko is the taiko ensemble of Ekoji Buddhist Temple in Fairfax Station, VA. Since 1994, Nen Daiko has been entertaining audiences throughout the Washington, DC, metropolitan area with a repertoire that includes traditional festival songs and more contemporary compositions. Our members are from diverse backgrounds and faiths, joined by our common respect for the art of taiko, the teachings of Buddhist taiko, and our joy and exuberance for the artistic expression of taiko. The group owes much gratitude to Ekoji’s founding minister Rev. Kenryu Tsuji who provided the name “Nen,” our sister groups Soh Daiko (NY) and Hoh Daiko (NJ) for their generous mentorship, and all the causes and conditions that have allowed us to practice and share the art of taiko for the past 29 years. In October 2017, members of Nen Daiko created Dounen Daiko for youth ages 12-17. Nen Daiko members run the youth group and love to see how Dounen members embrace and integrate the joy of taiko into their lives.

Pittsburgh Taiko

Pittsburgh Taiko is a community group dedicated to sharing the art and spirit of taiko with our city and with friends throughout the world.

We perform pieces in various regional Japanese styles, as well as original compositions. As part of the Japan-America Society of Pennsylvania, we also do outreach to local schools and other groups, teaching a bit of taiko history and how taiko are used in Japan.

We welcome everyone in our beginner classes, and many of our performers started learning taiko with us. We hope we can share our love of taiko with you!

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

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Second Annual Yappy Hour & Pup Swim

Paws & Petals

Second Annual Yappy Hour & Pup Swim

Join the National Cherry Blossom Festival and Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington DC Convention Center for the 2nd Annual Paws & Petals Yappy Hour on March 22 from 5:30 – 7:30 PM EST! Bring your furry friend along and enjoy food, drinks, and pet-friendly activities to wrap up your work week in style.

Guests and the public, along with their furry friends, are invited to attend the “Paws & Petals” Yappy Hour presented by Mars Petcare at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. Convention Center. This once-a-year activity includes a special doggie swim in the property’s on-site pool, which is closed to pets who stay on-site.

In addition to happy hour specials, guests can sign up for a doggie swim at the pool while their dogs enjoy complimentary treats and hand-made drinks. Meanwhile, human guests can snack on gourmet hot dogs and specialty cocktails; a dog-friendly version will also be available. If you don’t have a dog, you’ll have the opportunity to meet adoptable animals from the Humane Rescue Alliance at the event at the event.

The Paws & Petals program presented by Mars Petcare offers pet-friendly programming and resources for Festival goers and their furry family members. Mars Petcare and the BETTER CITIES FOR PETS™ program have teamed up with the National Cherry Blossom Festival to help pets be healthy, happy, and safe during the event.

Hilton is a proud Premier Hotel Provider and Host Sponsor of the National Cherry Blossom Festival.

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Yappy Hour @ metrobar

Let's Go!
4/11

Blossom Kite Festival Presented by Amazon

Let's Go!
3/30

Smithsonian Cherry Blossom Festival

Smithsonian National Museum of Asian Art

Cherry Blossom Festival

Celebrate spring coming into bloom at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian Art with free attractions for all ages, including performances, curator tours, hands-on activities, a kimono pop-up, and more.

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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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Japanese Culture Day

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4/1

National Cherry Blossom Parade presented by Events DC

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3/20 - 3/23

Southwest Chamber Players Gala 25th Anniversary Concerts

Southwest Chamber Players

Southwest Chamber Players Gala 25th Anniversary Concerts

The Southwest Chamber Players announce their triumphant return to the concert stage of Saint Augustine’s Episcopal Church with a pair of concerts Friday, April 1, 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, April 3, 2:30 p.m.. Following a two-year hiatus caused by the scourge of the coronavirus pandemic, this happy occasion will mark the amateur organization’s twenty-fifth anniversary. Founded in March 1997, the Players’ history has paralleled the growth and development of our Southwest neighborhood by mounting nearly two hundred concert programs.

These two (different) programs will feature works of the great masters Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert, Mendelssohn, Brahms, Dvorak, Poulenc, Shostakovich, and others. The performers will include Southwesters Gwyn Jones, flute and her pianist Rosanne Conway; Caleb Johnson, violin and viola; and Joyce Bouvier. They’ll be augmented by longtime favorites Julia Goudimova, cello; Nancy Genovese and Harold Yaffe, clarinet; Dilyana Kirova, bassoon; Marje Palmieri, soprano, and Stephen Brown and David Ehrlich, piano. And cameos from the D.C. Public Library’s Brown Bag series’ Vasily Popov, cello, and Ralitza Patcheva, piano. A few newcomers will add sparkle: Mayron Tsong, piano; Paul Blanchard, tenor; U.S. military band members Luke Wedge, violin, and Hrant Parsamian, cello; and the Mtingo clarinet quartet.

To observe certain precautions, all attendees need to be vaccinated. Capacity will be limited to 75 people, and social distancing will be required.

The Friday night concert will be available to view online via a livestream. Click below to access.

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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. Click the filters on our interactive map to see all that the Festival has to offer and craft a tailored experience as you Rediscover Spring. 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!

MAP THE BLOSSOMS

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Cherry Blossom Basketball Night

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3/29

Official Japanese Stone Lantern Lighting Ceremony

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4/3

Spring Sake Festival 2024

DC Sake Cō

Spring Sake Festival 2024

Join us at our annual Spring Sake Festival, a delightful celebration of the season and the art of sake appreciation.

This exclusive event offers attendees the opportunity to meet some of the top sake professionals in the US, connect with US craft sake makers, and discover their favorite sake varieties.

Immerse yourself in the world of sake as you taste over 80 (and counting) different imported and craft sake at your own pace. Uncover hidden gems not yet available in DC, indulge in limited spring seasonal sake, and embark on a journey of flavor that transcends boundaries.

Don’t miss this unique chance to savor the finest sake offerings while embracing the vibrant spirit of the Cherry Blossom season!

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This event is for ages 21 and over. Please bring a valid ID. 

This event is for ages 21 and over. Please bring a valid ID. 

Remember that 10% of all the sales of Sake from the entire month of April will go towards Adopt the Cherry Tree Program, a fundraising program organized by Trust for the National Mall and the National Cherry Blossom Festival to preserve and protect the iconic cherry trees.  Damage from weather, flooding, and foot traffic poses an ongoing threat to the trees.

Place your order before you leave and receive a discount coupon for your next purchase discount coupon -10% off on orders $80 or more. Valid thru August 31, 2023. One coupon per person per order. Not to be combined with other offers. No cash value.

PLAN 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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Pink Tie Party

Let's Go!
3/15

Petalpalooza presented by Chase

Let's Go!
4/6

Springfield Town Center Blossom Fest

Springfield Town Center

Blossom fest

Join Springfield Town Center for their inaugural Blossom Fest on Saturday, April 8th, from 11 AM – 5 PM in the parking lot outside of the Main Entrance near Restaurant Row (Near Yard House & Maggiano’s). This family-friendly event allows you to stroll through the dozens of fun exhibitors outdoors at your leisure while enjoying various spring activities, including a Build-Your-Own-Blossom with LEGO Discovery Center, live music, entertainment, and kid’s activities. This is a free, family-friendly community event.

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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!

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Art Blooms at Mosaic

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4/1 - 4/1

Petalpalooza presented by Chase

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4/8

Still Blooming after 120 years, Cherry Blossom Tea

University Club of Washington DC

Still Blooming after 120 years, Cherry Blossom Tea

Enjoy a complimentary cup of tea as we celebrate the Cherry Blossoms and the University Club’s 120th Anniversary. The event will be held outside.

Reservations required at membership@universityclubdc.com

PLAN 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!

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Pink Tie Party

Let's Go!
4/15

Opening Ceremony

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4/23

Still Blooming Luncheon at the University Club

National Cherry Blossom Festival

Still Blooming Luncheon at the University Club

Join a discussion about First Lady Helen Taft and travel writer Eliza Scidmore, whose collaboration a century ago led to Tokyo gifting Washington D.C. with flowering cherry trees. Moderator Ann McClellan, and speakers Patricia Taft and Diana Parsell will provide unique family perspectives and research findings, creating an insightful and engaging conversation with audience participation encouraged.

YOUR FESTIVAL EXPERIENCE

What began with a gift in 1912 at the Tidal Basin is 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!

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Pink Tie Party

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3/16

U.S.-Japan International Exchange and Tourism Symposium 2023

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3/23
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Tenth Annual Anacostia River Festival

Produced by 11th st bridge park and National Park Service

Anacostia river festival

The 11th Street Bridge Park and the National Park Service present the tenth annual Anacostia River Festival. Join us at this FREE family-friendly event as we celebrate 10 Years of Culture Brilliance at the Anacostia Park on May 4, 2024.

Festival Activities
This FREE family-friendly event will reconnect you to the river and the outdoors as you celebrate 10 Years of BridgingDC with us and our friends.

In Anacostia Park
All activities are FREE. Reservations and water safety waivers must be completed before participating in either activity. Both can be obtained from the River Activities tent located on the festival grounds.

Live Entertainment
Arts, Crafts, & Games
Art Exhibitions
And More!

Free Fishing Workshop
Let’s reel it in at the Anacostia Park! Department of Energy and Environment (DOE) will be hosting free fishing workshops. All gear, including rods, reels, bait, and tackle, will be provided by and staff will be on hand to instruct and help anglers new and old.
*minors must be accompanied by an adult.

On Marion Barry Ave
11th Street Bridge Park presents
SE Market
1:00 – 6:00pm EST

The market will include local businesses, food vendors and much more!

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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!

Check out our other events

Blossom Kite Festival presented by Amazon

Let's Go!
3/30

Sakura Matsuri - Japanese Street Festival

Let's Go!
4/13 - 4/14