National Cherry Blossom Parade kicks off in Washington D.C.
Cherry Blossom season 2025 is coming to an end, but not before colorful balloons and elaborate floats march down Constitution Ave. News4’s Juliana Valencia reports.
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Where to see cherry blossoms in DC, Maryland and Virginia
See a map of D.C’s cherry trees plus some of the best viewing spots in Maryland and Virginia.
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Sip this cherry blossom afternoon tea at CUT by Wolfgang Puck
CUT by Wolfgang Puck’s executive chef Andrew Ho and Executive Pastry Chef Ligia Barros show off their cherry blossom afternoon tea. Ho says his first trip to Hong Kong with his mom inspired him to make a menu that’s sophisticated and whimsical. News4’s Molette Green reports.
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Where is Stumpy? Why cherry blossom visitors can't see DC's favorite tree this year
This year, visitors looking to gawk at the cherry blossoms might feel like something is missing near the Tidal Basin. What happened to Stumpy?
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Heavy traffic in and around the Tidal Basin as cherry blossoms reach peak bloom
Traffic is surging in D.C. as people try to make their way to the Tidal Basin to see the cherry blossoms in peak bloom. News4’s Dominique Moody reports.
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Peak bloom! DC's renowned cherry blossoms spring out at the Tidal Basin
Peak bloom is here! The Yoshino cherry trees along the Tidal Basin in Washington, D.C., are overflowing with delicate pink and white flowers. More than 70% of the blooms are open, the National Park Service (NPS) announced Friday morning, marking the start of peak bloom. Peak bloom is the best time to visit the adored cherry blossoms. Thousands floc... -
What's the best way to get to the cherry blossoms?
Washington, D.C.’s iconic cherry blossoms draw massive crowds every year as they bloom — and if you’re one of many (many, many, many) people planning on seeing them along the Tidal Basin and the National Mall, that means you need to have a game plan for just how you’re going to get there. First, decide whether you want to...... -
Tokyo's cherry blossom season officially begins with first blossoms
Japan’s official cherry blossom spotters on Monday confirmed the first blooms, declaring the start of the festive season in the Japanese capital.
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Kite decorating, live music and more: Bloomaroo at the Wharf previews festivities
It’s cherry blossom season and Bloomaroo at the Wharf will have all sorts of fun, family-friendly activities like kite decorating and fireworks on Saturday. News4’s Molette Green and Adam Tuss talks to the Wharf’s communication manager and the general manager of Nara-Ya about what to expect.
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DCPS students create DC-inspired mural for National Cherry Blossom Festival
When a muralist asked D.C. Public School students what D.C. feels like during the springtime, they put their sketches on a mural for the National Cherry Blossom Festival Student Art Showcase. News4’s Molette Green talks to two students, a muralist and an art teacher about the process.
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A flower lover's dream: Cherry blossom festivities resume
As the cherry blossoms are more than halfway to peak bloom, celebrations are right around the corner, including the National Cherry Blossom Festival on Saturday. News4’s Tommy McFly reports from the Tidal Basin with Diana Mayhew, the festival’s president.
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Cherry blossoms hit peak bloom in DC: A guide for bloom lovers and first-time visitors
From green bud to peak bloom, here’s what to know about visiting D.C.’s famous cherry blossoms
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Metro expects cherry blossom ridership boom but faces budget constraints
Metro expects a big boom in ridership from the cherry blossoms, but budget constraints could put a damper on things like keeping the system open longer. GM Randy Clarke believes the transit agency will have a 1 million trip day on the rails and buses soon. “We’re feeling confident that we get back to a million,” he said. “On Wednesday,…... -
Celebrate Peak Bloom During Bloomaroo at The Wharf
Bloomaroo, a free spring festival is coming to the buzzy waterfront neighborhood during peak cherry blossom season.
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