The 2025 National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, D.C. kicked off on March 20th and will continue until April 13th.
While this incredible annual festival has a few hallmark events that take place every year, like the Kite Festival on the National Mall or the National Cherry Blossom Parade, there are several smaller but equally fun events you should have on your radar!
Dates, times, & locations of 2025 National Cherry Blossom Festival events happening this week!
Almost 30 official National Cherry Blossom Events are taking place this year around the D.C. area, and it can be hard to keep track of where and when each event is!
So here is a quick recap of the key info you need to navigate the events around the District this week:
Millenium Stage
The Tamagawa University Dance and Taiko Group will perform a traditional Japanese taiko and dance show at the Millennium Stage in the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.
- Friday, Aprill 11th, 6 – 7 pm
- Free to attend
Art of Pink
This Friday in Arlington’s Metropolitan Park, across the Potomac, there will be an immersive art and music experience celebrating cherry blossom season featuring work from dozens of artists, Japanese and Asian-inspired bites, live music, and more!
- Friday, April 11th, 5 – 10 pm
- Free to attend
National Cherry Blossom Parade
The National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade serves as an exclamation point for D.C.’s ironically beautiful cherry blossom season every spring!
The parade is consistently one of the most anticipated events in D.C. every year.
This year, a special guest for the parade will come in the form of Disney Princess Ariel.
- Saturday, April 12th, 10 am – 12:30 pm
- Tickted Event
- East End: $40 per ticket
- West End: $25 to $30 per ticket
D.C. United Cherry Blossom Theme Night
The D.C. United will take on FC Cincinnati in the Cherry Blossom Night matchup on Saturday at 7:30 pm.
Attendees will be able to take home a limited edition cherry blossom-themed D.C. United tote bag while supplies last.
- Saturday, April 12th, 7:30 pm
- Ticketed Event
Sakura Matsuri Japanese Street Festival
This two-day Japanese Street Festival will take place on Saturday and Sunday right in front of the Capitol Building
This Japanese Street Festival is the largest celebration of Japanese culture in the United States, making it a can’t-miss event filled with fun for all ages, tasty authentic Japanese treats, unique vendors, and more!
- Saturday, April 12th, 10:30 am – 6 pm
- Sunday, April 13th, 10:30 am – 4 pm
- Ticketed Event
Spring into Fitness at Alethia Tanner Park
NoMa BID is hosting a Sping into Fitness at Alethia Tanner Park featuring two all-pace runs, a bike safety check station, and vendors from local and regional fitness and wellness brands.
- Sunday, April 13th, 9 am – 1 pm
- Free with RSVP
Paws and Petals Yappy Hour
Taking place at the popular Metrobar, on Sunday, April 13th, will be the most pup-friendly event of the entire National Cherry Blossom Festival season!
The special ‘Yappy Hour’ will like you bring your fuzzy friend along for a full afternoon of fun, including doggie beer, puppoccinos, treats, and more!
- Sunday, April 13th, 1 – 4 pm
- Free with registration
Migo Hazama & m_unit
Internationally recognized composer and conductor Miho Hazama and her innovative jazz chamber orchestra, m_unit, will perform at The Music Center at Strathmore in Bethesda, Maryland, as part of a special series.
- Sunday, April 13th, 8 – 10 pm
- Ticked Event