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Jan 18 2012
Just Announced! Chefs José Andrés and Roy Yamaguchi Host Pink Tie Party
January 18, 2012
Renowned chefs José Andrés and Roy Yamaguchi host the Festival’s signature fundraiser.
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Jan 10 2012
Help create the City in Bloom
January 10, 2012
From stunning projections to bright blossom decals, the City in Bloom brings the Festival beyond the blooms and everything you need to join the effort is now available in the gift shop.
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Jan 12 2012
2nd Annual Festival Photo Contest Announced
January 12, 2012
Amateur and professional photographers, use your imagination to capture the 100-year anniversary of the gift of trees from Tokyo to Washington, DC in a bold new way!
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Jan 04 2012
Vote now for “America’s Favorite Flowering Cherry Tree”
January 4, 2012
Help decide our nation’s favorite flowering cherry tree. Vote now!
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Call for Entries: Share Your Festival Experiences
November 30, 2011
Share your favorite Festival memories and they might be published in the 2012 Commemorative Program!
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Holiday Gifts Spring to Mind
November 17, 2011
The Festival Gift Shop has something for everyone on your shopping list.
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Call For Goodwill Ambassadors Applications
November 10, 2011
Applications are being accepted for the Festival’s Goodwill Ambassador Program through Monday, November 14.
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Featured Events
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Mar 25 2012
National Cherry Blossom Festival® Opening Ceremony
Mar 25, 2012 - Mar 25, 2012
The 2012 Festival opens with a star-studded show featuring local and national entertainment to welcome springtime to Washington, DC during the 100th Anniversary of the Gift of Trees.
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Apr 01 2012
Performance Stage at Sylvan Theater
Apr 01, 2012 - Apr 15, 2012
Enjoy recognized and diverse talent from around the region, country, and world.
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Apr 14 2012
National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade®
Apr 14, 2012 - Apr 14, 2012
Enjoy this long-standing Washington tradition featuring lavish floats, giant helium balloons, marching bands, and other family entertainment.
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2012 Pink Tie Party
Mar 20, 2012 - Mar 20, 2012
Kick off the “Season of the Blossoms” in style at the Festival’s Pink Tie Party fundraiser and auction, presented by Lincoln.
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Family Days presented with the National Building Museum
Mar 24, 2012 - Mar 25, 2012
Two day, family festival featuring hands-on activities, interactive art exhibits, and exciting indoor and outdoor youth performances.
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Blossom Kite Festival
Mar 31, 2012 - Mar 31, 2012
Enjoy the thrill of competition, beauty in the sky, and the most amazing kite flying on the National Mall.
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