Featured News
All News »Holiday Gifts Have Arrived
November 17, 2014
Find the perfect gift for everyone on your list.
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2015 Programming Announced
October 30, 2014
Partners, sponsors, and participants helped launch the 2015 Festival.
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Apply Now to Perform at the Tidal Basin
October 23, 2014
Entertain visitors on a signature stage and take part in the iconic welcome of spring.
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2015 Official Artwork Unveiled
October 30, 2014
Artist Jing Jing Tsong is known for her vibrant illustrations.
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Festival Wins Eight Industry Pinnacle Awards
September 30, 2014
Attendees, community partners, sponsors, and supporters helped make the 2014 Festival a success.
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Three Cherry Trees Planted in Arlington
September 25, 2014
The Japan-America Society of Washington DC and Festival planted the trees at Arlington Central Library on September 25.
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Featured Events
All Events »ThursdayMar192015
Pink Tie Party
Mar 19, 2015
Celebrate the blossoms in style at the Pink Tie Party fundraiser, held at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center.
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SaturdayApr112015
National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade® presented by Events DC
Apr 11, 2015
Enjoy this long-standing Washington tradition featuring lavish floats, giant helium balloons, marching bands, and family entertainment.
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Family Days presented with the National Building Museum
Mar 21, 2015
Family Days features hands-on activities and exciting youth performances for all ages.
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National Cherry Blossom Festival® Opening Ceremony
Mar 21, 2015
Enjoy world-class entertainment from the US and Japan as we welcome springtime and celebrate the anniversary of the gift of trees from Tokyo to Washington, DC.
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Blossom Kite Festival
Mar 28, 2015
Enjoy the thrill of competition, beauty in the sky, and the most amazing kite flying on the National Mall.
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