The trees are still beautiful both before and after peak bloom – so if you haven’t already visited, you still should! There are also cherry trees in other parts of the city such as Anacostia Park and Dumbarton Oaks in Georgetown. The trees in East Potomac Park generally bloom a little later than those at the tidal basin because a majority of them are a different breed of cherry tree.

Each year, the Cherry Blossom Festival includes various events to celebrate! Last weekend was the Kite Festival on the Washington Monument grounds. This weekend there is Petalpalooza at the Wharf in SE DC. I haven’t previously attended many events outside of visiting the trees themselves, but as a new DC resident I am excited to take advantage!
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Jessica A
OMG this was so beautiful. I would have loved to take some photos there!
SiennyLovesDrawing
thanks for sharing this, personally I was at the cherry blossom season at Kyoto 3 years ago, however too crowded & I dont really enjoy it tho, hope can be at another blossom season 1 day. cheers, siennylovesdrawing
Jona Shares
I have never experienced cherry blossoms in my entire life and its one of my dreams. Hopefully soon!