Special Events List!
National Cherry Blossom Festival March 20th – April 27, 2012
Every spring the National Cherry Blossom Festival celebrates the gift of the cherry blossom trees and the friendship between the United States and Japan . The Festival consists of daily events with programming promoting contemporary art, culture, natural beauty, and community spirit. Many of the events are free and open to the public. Check out some event highlights below and the official Cherry Blossom Festival website for additional information.
National Cherry Blossom Festival® Opening Ceremony - Mar 25, 2012
The 2012 Festival opens with entertainment to welcome springtime to Washington , DC during the 100th Anniversary.
Blossom Kite Festival - Mar 31, 2012
Enjoy the most amazing kite flying on the National Mall.
Performance Stage at Sylvan Theater - Apr 01, 2012 - Apr 15, 2012
Featured talent from around the region, country, and world.
National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade® - Apr 14, 2012
Lavish floats, giant helium balloons, marching bands, and other family entertainment.
Southwest Waterfront Fireworks Festival , Apr 07, 2012 - Apr 07, 2012
A fun-for-all-ages event preceding the Fireworks Show.
Jazz at the Jefferson Apr 19, 2012 - Apr 22, 2012
Jazz programming and spectacular views of the Tidal Basin .
In addition to the festival events the Potomac Riverboat Company will also be running Cherry Blossom Sightseeing Cruises during March 17th – April 15th.
Learn more here.