National Cherry Blossom Festival announces events lineup for highly anticipated 2025 Season! National Park Service Reveals Peak Bloom prediction as March 18-31
“This festival is one of DC’s most cherished traditions. It brings our city to life, boosts our local businesses, and showcases the very best of Washington, DC,” said Mayor Muriel Bowser. “Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a lifelong Washingtonian, the National Cherry Blossom Festival is a fabulous time to come together and celebrate our city in full bloom.”
The Festival, one of the world’s greatest celebrations of spring, features well-loved signature events,
including:
● Pink Tie Party presented by Union Station Washington D.C. and Design Cuisine
○ Friday, March 14 – The pinkest soiree on the DC social calendar, where guests flaunt their best pink and floral attire on the pink carpet and experience carefully curated food and cocktails from local DC-area restaurants, music, and more.
● Opening Ceremony co-presented with The Japan Foundation
○ Saturday, March 22 – A one-night-only showcase featuring performances from world-renowned artists connected to both the U.S. and Japan, highlighting the anniversary of the 113th anniversary of the gift of trees.
● Blossom Kite Festival presented by Amazon
○ Saturday, March 29 – Thousands of kites of all shapes and sizes take flight, with the iconic monuments as their backdrop.
● Petalpalooza® presented by Chase
○ Saturday, April 5 – A day-long, interactive, outdoor celebration of music, art, and community at the Capitol Riverfront. The evening concludes with a choreographed fireworks display over the Anacostia River.
● National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade® presented by Events DC
○ Saturday, April 12 – The nation’s most beloved springtime parade fills the iconic
Constitution Avenue with blossom magic, featuring a procession of pink and petals, giant helium balloons, stunning floats, electrifying performances, and more than 3,000 participants from across the country.
For more information, updates, and a full schedule of events, visit the National Cherry Blossom Festival website.
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ABOUT NATIONAL CHERRY BLOSSOM FESTIVAL
The National Cherry Blossom Festival is one of the world’s great celebrations of spring. The
2025 Festival takes place March 20 – April 13 and includes four weeks of events featuring diverse and creative programming promoting traditional and contemporary arts and culture, natural beauty, and community spirit.
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