Gifted from the then-mayor of Tokyo to the U.S, roughly 3,000 cherry trees bloom around the Tidal Basin as nearly 1.5 million onlookers capture memories and photos. The National Cherry Blossom Festival is a series of indoor and outdoor events that help celebrate these beautiful trees.
Details
Hours - Vary per event
Prices - Vary per event
Events
Pink Tie Party - March 22, 2019
Opening Ceremony & SAAM Cherry Blossom Celebration - March 23, 2019
Blossom Kite Festival - March 30, 2019
Blossom Bash - April 5, 2019
Petalpalooza - April 6, 2019
National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade - April 13, 2019
FAQs
Can I bring my pet to the National Cherry Blossom Festival? Yes! For the last couple years, the festival has teamed up with Mars Petcare to provide pet comfort services, like water stations and shaded areas. However, please be prepared to clean up after your pet, have your pet on a leash, and make not that pets should be left at home during the Petalpalooza fireworks celebration. This is for their comfort as much as yours!
If you are searching for pet-friendly accommodations in Georgetown, look no further! Pups stay for free at Avenue Suites.
When is peak bloom for the cherry blossoms? - These timeframe varies every year but you can stay in the know with the Bloom Watch. The blooming period lasts roughly 14 days unless there is inclement weather.
Map/Directions
Driving Direction to National Cherry Blossom Festival
