National Cherry Blossom Festival
About this event
The National Cherry Blossom Festival is a seasonal festival in Washington, District of Columbia, at Tidal Basin. The 2026 event takes place Mar 20 – Apr 11, 2026. One of the nation's largest springtime celebrations, marking the 1912 gift of cherry trees from Japan with BloomFest at the Tidal Basin, the Blossom Kite Festival, a parade, and weeks of events across Washington. The 2026 festival opens March 20 and culminates with the National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade on April 11.
Annual, late March into mid-April around peak bloom
Location & directions
Tidal Basin, National Mall, Washington, DC 20024
Frequently asked questions
When is National Cherry Blossom Festival 2026?
National Cherry Blossom Festival takes place Mar 20 – Apr 11, 2026 in Washington, District of Columbia. Annual, late March into mid-April around peak bloom
Where is National Cherry Blossom Festival held?
National Cherry Blossom Festival is held in Washington, District of Columbia, at Tidal Basin, National Mall, Washington, DC 20024.
What is National Cherry Blossom Festival?
One of the nation's largest springtime celebrations, marking the 1912 gift of cherry trees from Japan with BloomFest at the Tidal Basin, the Blossom Kite Festival, a parade, and weeks of events across Washington.
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