Washington DC Events
Cherry Blossoms
National Cherry Blossom Festival
One of Washington DC’s most famous events, the annual
National Cherry Blossom Festival celebrates the arrival of spring,
and commemorates the original gift of 3,000 cherry trees to the
city from the people of Tokyo in 1912 as a symbol of friendship
between the two countries. Visitors flock to the city to admire the
beautiful pink and white blossoms that surround the Tidal Basin and
to join in the festivities that include a cultural blend of music,
dance and art demonstrations and performances from Japan and
Washington, a fireworks display and parade. The Parade is the
festival’s biggest event with spectacular floats, marching
bands, costumed dance groups and giant helium balloons. A Japanese
Street Festival after the parade exhibits the traditions, arts and
food of Japan.
Venue: Tidal Basin;
Date: 27 March to 11 April 2010;
Website: www.nationalcherryblossomfestival.org
