Commencing with a generous gift in 1912 at the Tidal Basin, the celebration now extends over four weeks across Washington, DC, as well as neighboring communities in Maryland and Virginia. Everyone, be it residents or visitors, is welcomed to partake in the festivities, enjoying the myriad offerings of spring in Washington, DC. From captivating events and well-placed hotels to enticing Cherry Picks restaurants and lively Art in Bloom installations, not to mention the breathtaking City in Bloom and cheerful Petal Porches, there's something for everyone to revel in.
Cherry Blossom Festival Highlights
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Particular |
Details |
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Event |
National Cherry Blossom Festival 2024 |
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Admission Fee |
Free |
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Duration |
Wednesday, March 20, 2024 - Sunday, April 14, 2024 |
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Location |
Washington, DC, and surrounding communities |
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Cherry Blossom Festival Parade Location |
Constitution Avenue NW, between 7th and 17th Streets, Washington, DC |
Cherry Blossom Festival Opening Ceremony
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Particular |
Details |
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Event |
Opening Ceremony |
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Date |
Saturday, March 23, 2024 |
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Time |
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM |
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Location |
Warner Theatre, 513 13th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20004 & via Livestream |
Cherry Blossom Festival Artist Lineup
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Featured Artists |
Description |
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Kaoru Watanabe |
Composer and instrumentalist with a signature style of infusing Japanese culture into music. |
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Jo Kanamori |
Choreographer and dancer, general artistic director of Noism Company Niigata. Will direct and choreograph a debut piece featuring dancers from The Washington Ballet Company. |
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Naotaro Moriyama |
Vocalist celebrating his 20th anniversary as a performer with a unique vocalization. |
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Note |
Unique performance celebrating the friendship between Japan and the United States. |
Cherry Blossom Festival Parade
This year, Constitution Avenue was transformed into a stunning display during the Nation's Springtime Parade! Magnificent and vibrant helium balloons, intricate floats, nationwide marching bands, celebrity entertainers, and performers brought a burst of music and showmanship, creating a spectacular celebration of spring in Washington, DC.
Cherry Blossom Festival Parade Highlights
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Event |
National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade |
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Price |
$25 to $40 |
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When |
Saturday, April 13, 2024 |
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Time |
10 AM - 12 PM |
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Doors Open |
8:45 AM |
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Where |
Constitution Avenue NW, between 7th and 17th Streets, Washington, DC |
Cherry Blossom Festival Parade Ticket Price
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Ticket Category
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Price
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Location
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Telecast (East End) Seating
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$40 (+$5.20 per ticket fee)
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Between 7th and 9th Streets NW along Constitution Ave, NW by the National Archives
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Grandstand (West End) - Performance Zone Seating
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$30 (+$3.90 per ticket fee)
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Between 16th and 17th Streets NW along Constitution Ave, NW by the Washington Monument
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Grandstand (West End) - Seating
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$25 (+$3.25 per ticket fee)
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Between 16th and 17th Streets NW along Constitution Ave, NW by the Washington Monument |
Cherry Blossom Festival Parade Ticket Booking Link
Cheery Blossom Festival Parade Performers
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Performers |
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“The Sugar Hill Gang” with Wonder Mike, Master Gee and HenDogg featuring DJ T Dynasty – the Fathers of Hip Hop |
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Colin Stough, American Idol Finalist |
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More surprises to come! Stay tuned for performer updates... |
Optimize Your Transportation Experience
Limited parking is available in the District, particularly during the National Cherry Blossom Festival. We highly recommend visitors utilize alternative transportation modes such as Capital Bikeshare, DC Streetcar, Scooters, DC Circulator, Metrobus, and Metrorail to enhance their overall experience.
Hassle-Free Parking Solutions
Ensure a stress-free experience by reserving your parking spot in advance through SpotHero, the premier parking reservations app nationwide.
Visit the National Cherry Blossom Festival SpotHero Parking Page for seamless booking.
Enjoy the convenience of reserved parking with rates discounted up to 50% off the drive-up cost.
Plan ahead and secure your parking with SpotHero for a smoother festival visit.