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Just Announced! Chefs José Andrés and Roy Yamaguchi Host Pink Tie Party

Renowned chefs José Andrés and Roy Yamaguchi host the Festival’s signature fundraiser. More »
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Help create the City in Bloom

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. More »
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2nd Annual Festival Photo Contest Announced

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! More »
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Vote now for “America’s Favorite Flowering Cherry Tree”

Help decide our nation’s favorite flowering cherry tree. Vote now! More »

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Call for Entries: Share Your Festival Experiences

Share your favorite Festival memories and they might be published in the 2012 Commemorative Program! More »

Holiday Gifts Spring to Mind

The Festival Gift Shop has something for everyone on your shopping list. More »

Call For Goodwill Ambassadors Applications

Applications are being accepted for the Festival’s Goodwill Ambassador Program through Monday, November 14. More »
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National Cherry Blossom Festival® Opening Ceremony

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. More »
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Performance Stage at Sylvan Theater

Enjoy recognized and diverse talent from around the region, country, and world. More »
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National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade®

Enjoy this long-standing Washington tradition featuring lavish floats, giant helium balloons, marching bands, and other family entertainment. More »

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2012 Pink Tie Party

Kick off the “Season of the Blossoms” in style at the Festival’s Pink Tie Party fundraiser and auction, presented by Lincoln. More »

Family Days presented with the National Building Museum

Two day, family festival featuring hands-on activities, interactive art exhibits, and exciting indoor and outdoor youth performances. More »

Blossom Kite Festival

Enjoy the thrill of competition, beauty in the sky, and the most amazing kite flying on the National Mall. More »