Few times bring larger crowds to Washington than Cherry Blossom season. For locals, Cherry Blossom season is a hectic time, and localized community celebration feels distant from the crowds of I “heart” DC shirts, cherry blossom bucket hats and couples trying to get the perfect selfie with blossoms in the background.
At the March meeting of ANC 2B, commissioners announced the Dupont Cherry Blossom Celebration, a day to create a localized celebration of the season. The Dupont Cherry Blossom Celebration will take place March 30 from 10 am until 5 pm, kicking off with a Blossom Brunch at the Lyle Hotel and surrounding establishments.
The Dupont Cherry Blossom Pop Up Market will highlight local artisans on Connecticut Avenue and P Street. Local tea shops will also be present for an afternoon tea in the park.
A Kimono workshop will take place at Dupont Underground with garment and kimono expert Tomomi Miyajima. Miyajima will present Japanese methods of kimono dressing on live models, giving guests the opportunity to experience traditional garments up close.
The Dupont neighborhood is not the only place in DC where residents can enjoy and celebrate the season, other festivals, events and programming are taking place across the city for residents looking for DC community during such a busy time for tourism.
The Blossom Kite Festival
On March 28, this annual festival takes place on the Washington Monument Grounds welcoming thousands of kites to the sky right Infront of the Washington Monument. Not only is this event an opportunity to come together as a community around the time of the cherry blossoms, but The Blossom Kite Festival also features an Adult and Youth Kitemakers competition, welcoming creativity and artistic expression.
Bloomaroo at The Wharf
This free event at the Southwest waterfront features musical performances, family fun activities and a blossom fireworks show. From noon until 8 pm, Bloomaroo brings vibrant energy to The Wharf. This year, United Healthcare is supporting the event bringing health and wellness displays to the community, the perfect opportunity to come together as a community and focus on a spring reset in health and wellness.
Petalpalooza at Navy Yard
Coming to Navy Yard on April 4, Petalpalooza will celebrate the cherry blossoms with a full day of live music, interactive art installations and family activities. Dazzling the banks of the Anacostia, the Official National Cherry Blossom Festival Fireworks show will cap the event at 8:30 pm.
Sakura Matsuri Japanese Street Festival
The largest Japanese cultural festival in the US will be held on Pennsylvania Avenue NW on April 11. The 64th annual festival from the Japan-America Society of Washington, DC will bring Japanese culture to the streets of DC. From 3rd to 7th St. NW on Pennsylvania Avenue, the festival will feature 24 hours of Japanese cultural performances, authentic food and beverages, and handmade crafts. Tickets for this event can be found on the Sakura Matsuri website.
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