Stumpy’s Petals & Paddles Race

Stumpy’s Petals & Paddles Race Stumpy’s Petals and Paddles Race at the Tidal Basin promises an exciting and vibrant kick-off to spring and the National Cherry Blossom Festival. This event invites participants of all ages to race pedal boats across the iconic Tidal Basin, a beautiful body of water surrounded by the famous monuments and […]

Blossom Tea Party

SHARING THE SPRING SPIRIT BLOSSOM TEA PARTY The National Cherry Blossom Festival invites DC Legacy Residents to the 2nd Annual Blossom Tea Party Soiree presented by Events DC with Contributing Sponsor CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield. This special afternoon tea celebrates the history and experiences of Washington, DC seniors. Set against the iconic cherry blossoms, guests will […]

Pink Tie Party

DC’S ULTIMATE SPRING BASH PINK TIE PARTY PRESENTED BY Union Station Washington D.C. & DESIGN CUISINE WITH SUPPORT BY All Nippon Airways (ANA) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U4-QM_OSwfM The highly anticipated Pink Tie Party is back for its second year at the iconic Union Station Washington D.C. on March 14, 2025! As one of the National Cherry Blossom Festival’s […]

Tidal Basin Welcome Area & ANA Stage

Tidal basin welcome area & ANA stage PERFORMANCES UNDER THE BLOSSOMS Tidal Basin Welcome Area & ANA Stage Hosted With The National Park Service Witness peak bloom at the Tidal Basin in Washington, DC, while also experiencing entertainment representing Japanese, American, and other cultures! Live performances among the blossoms at the Tidal Basin celebrate the […]

Petalpalooza Art Walk

Art in Bloom continues in 2022 with new installations across the Capitol Riverfront neighborhood with local and national artists creating new creative interpretations of the blossoms. Find and experience them all until April 17! Swipe to check out the Art Work photos: Featuring: 1. Dragonfly Wishes by Tracie Griffith Tso Sponsored by Read More 2. […]

Art In Bloom

ART IN BLOOM ART BLOOMS IN 2024 PRESENTED BY AMAZON Many of the Giant Cherry Blossom sculptures returned in spring 2024 to locations in all eight wards of Washington, DC, and beyond. Scroll down to check out the map with Art In Bloom locations. PETALPALOOZA ART WALK Learn More Art bloomed in 2022 with the […]

Cherry Night

CHERRY NIGHT Part of the Festival’s Cherry Picks program, Cherry Night is an exclusive, one-night-only cherry blossom-themed celebration of DC nightlife through music, fashion, and food. Selected venues throughout the DC area elevate the dinner scene with custom springtime menus, blossom décor, and live entertainment. Add the 2024 Cherry Night to your calendar for March 29, and […]