Peak bloom occurs when 70% of the blossoms of the Yoshino cherry trees, the most common type along the Tidal Basin, are open.

Japan is renowned for its breathtaking sakura (cherry blossom) landscapes, drawing visitors from around the world to witness their fleeting beauty. Among these, the "Shidarezakura," or weeping cherry ...

To kick off the National Cherry Blossom Festival, the floral, festive Pink Tie Party was held at D.C.’s Union Station on Friday. With approximately 800 people in attendance, the purpose of the ...

The National Cherry Blossom Festival is one of Washington’s most popular tourist attractions, drawing more than 1.5 million visitors for three weeks of street parties, concerts, family ...

Every spring, as over 3,000 cherry trees bloom and adorn the city with pastel pink and white flowers, the National Cherry Blossom Festival brings D.C. to life. This annual event (March 20-April 13) ...

SAN DIEGO — The 2025 Cherry Blossom Festival at the Japanese Friendship Garden in Balboa Park is fast approaching. From March 13-16, visitors can enjoy stunning performances, delicious cultural ...

Every spring, San Diego’s Balboa Park dresses up in soft pink as the Japanese Friendship Garden hosts its annual Cherry Blossom Festival. A cherished tradition, this festival celebrates the fleeting ...

Nothing captures the imagination of a nation quite like ‘sakura’ season in Japan – and it delivers a once-in-a-lifetime travel experience ...

The National Park Service, tasked with predicting peak bloom in advance of the capital city’s National Cherry Blossom Festival, says it’s virtually impossible to say with accuracy more than 10 ...

The bloom is less a festival and more an annual happening that everyone just seems to know about. University of Washington's 29 cherry blossom trees in and around the quad always draws a crowd. It's ...

However, last year it only took about three days. The stages of the cherry blossom bloom cycle are: green buds, florets visible, extension of florets, peduncle elongation, puffy white and peak bloom.