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  • Christmas in Washington, DC | Adventures with Shelby
    Holidays,  Washington DC

    Christmas in DC: Top Festive Ways to Celebrate the Holidays

    / November 25, 2021 / 6 Comments

    I can’t believe it is already about to be Christmas already – this year has flown by!  There are lots of fun things to do in DC to celebrate Christmas and the holiday…

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  • Leaf Peeping | Adventures with Shelby
    Travel,  United States,  Washington DC

    A Guide to Leaf Peeping near Washington, DC

    / November 5, 2021 / 7 Comments

    The leaves changed a bit later this year but it’s official!  It is leaf-peeping season!  Here’s my guide to leaf peeping in and around Washington, DC. National Mall The National Mall is always…

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  • Van Gogh Immersive Experience | Adventures with Shelby
    Travel,  Washington DC

    Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience in Washington, DC

    / October 14, 2021 / 5 Comments

    If you haven’t already seen ads for the Van Gogh Immersive Experience, this crazy exhibition is currently in 10 US cities and 4 European cities (a few locations already finished the exhibition).  In…

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  • Rock Creek Park, DC | Adventures with Shelby
    United States,  Washington DC

    Hiking Rock Creek Park in the Fall

    / October 6, 2021 / 3 Comments

    Rock Creek Park is one of my favorite parks in DC!  Founded in 1890, the park is located in the upper NW quadrant of DC.  Within its 1,700 acres, this park offers more…

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  • US National Arboretum in the Fall | Adventures with Shelby
    United States,  Washington DC

    Autumn Visit at the US National Arboretum

    / October 1, 2021 / 6 Comments

    One of the silver linings of the pandemic for me has been that with so much downtime and very limited things to do, I discovered many local spots that I hadn’t explored much…

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  • Downtown Holiday Market in Washington, DC | Adventures with Shelby
    Holidays,  United States,  Washington DC

    Downtown Holiday Market in Washington, DC

    / November 24, 2020 / 7 Comments

    The Washington, DC Downtown Holiday Market is an annual outdoor shopping “village” which supports local small businesses and entrepreneurs.  The market is an especially great way to shop local while still remaining socially…

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  • Enchant DC | Adventures with Shelby
    Holidays,  Travel,  United States,  Washington DC

    Enchant Christmas – Washington, DC

    / December 6, 2019 / 12 Comments

    Enchant Christmas is apparently the world’s largest light maze and market!  It changes locations each year, and this year it is in Washington DC!  The event takes place in Nationals Park and is…

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  • DC E-Scooter Rental | Adventures with Shelby
    Life,  United States,  Washington DC

    Getting Around DC: E-Scooters

    / August 16, 2019 / 14 Comments

    E-Scooters can be found all over Washington, DC (as well as many other urban areas). There are several companies available now throughout the city – so which are the best to use?  DC…

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  • Cherry Blossoms | Adventures with Shelby
    Travel,  United States,  Washington DC

    Cherry Blossom Festival

    / April 5, 2019 / 26 Comments

    It’s that time of year folks! It’s Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, DC! Every year around this time, people from all over come to DC to see the coveted cherry trees blooming around…

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It’s that time of year folks! It’s Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, DC!

Every year around this time, people from all over come to DC to see the coveted cherry trees blooming around the tidal basin and other areas. This also sparks a festival with various events in the city. The trees were planted beginning in 1912, but new trees have been planted regularly since then.

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Peak bloom was Monday, April 1st! This was no April Fool’s joke, because I brought my puppy and walked around the basin on Monday and indeed the trees are blooming! Peak bloom is supposed to be when at least 70% of the trees are in bloom. The benefit of going when it is peak bloom is that of course it is beautiful to see the majority of cherry trees with beautiful blooming buds. The setback is definitely the crowds – the area is jam-packed with people!

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It requires patience and good timing to get a good picture despite full crowds.  Wednesday, Reda and I attempted to take some engagement photos.  We were relatively successful, but it took creative angles and multiple shots to get photos without random people walking through.  Here are a couple of failed attempts of tourist-less pictures:

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I’d recommend visiting very early morning to avoid crowds during the peak bloom time if you want really nice photos.  Otherwise – creativity and patience!  Or for technology-savvy individuals, there is always photoshop.  A couple of slightly more successful attempts:

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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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It’s that time of year folks! It’s Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, DC!

Every year around this time, people from all over come to DC to see the coveted cherry trees blooming around the tidal basin and other areas. This also sparks a festival with various events in the city. The trees were planted beginning in 1912, but new trees have been planted regularly since then.

20190401_183356
20190401_185602

Peak bloom was Monday, April 1st! This was no April Fool’s joke, because I brought my puppy and walked around the basin on Monday and indeed the trees are blooming! Peak bloom is supposed to be when at least 70% of the trees are in bloom. The benefit of going when it is peak bloom is that of course it is beautiful to see the majority of cherry trees with beautiful blooming buds. The setback is definitely the crowds – the area is jam-packed with people!

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20190401_191052

It requires patience and good timing to get a good picture despite full crowds.  Wednesday, Reda and I attempted to take some engagement photos.  We were relatively successful, but it took creative angles and multiple shots to get photos without random people walking through.  Here are a couple of failed attempts of tourist-less pictures:

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I’d recommend visiting very early morning to avoid crowds during the peak bloom time if you want really nice photos.  Otherwise – creativity and patience!  Or for technology-savvy individuals, there is always photoshop.  A couple of slightly more successful attempts:

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20190401_190207

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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Another shot from the tidal basin the other week 🍂🍁 Hope everyone enjoys their Thanksgiving weekend! . . . . #igdc #travelgram #washingtondc #tidalbasin #theprettydistrict #washmagphoto #sidewalkerdaily #fromwhereistand #hellofall #fallfoliage #mydccool #wheretofindme #mytinyatlas #theprettycities #autumn #girlsthatwander #dcfocused #cityscape
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It’s that time of year folks! It’s Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, DC!

Every year around this time, people from all over come to DC to see the coveted cherry trees blooming around the tidal basin and other areas. This also sparks a festival with various events in the city. The trees were planted beginning in 1912, but new trees have been planted regularly since then.

20190401_183356
20190401_185602

Peak bloom was Monday, April 1st! This was no April Fool’s joke, because I brought my puppy and walked around the basin on Monday and indeed the trees are blooming! Peak bloom is supposed to be when at least 70% of the trees are in bloom. The benefit of going when it is peak bloom is that of course it is beautiful to see the majority of cherry trees with beautiful blooming buds. The setback is definitely the crowds – the area is jam-packed with people!

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20190401_191052

It requires patience and good timing to get a good picture despite full crowds.  Wednesday, Reda and I attempted to take some engagement photos.  We were relatively successful, but it took creative angles and multiple shots to get photos without random people walking through.  Here are a couple of failed attempts of tourist-less pictures:

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I’d recommend visiting very early morning to avoid crowds during the peak bloom time if you want really nice photos.  Otherwise – creativity and patience!  Or for technology-savvy individuals, there is always photoshop.  A couple of slightly more successful attempts:

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20190401_190207

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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Can you spot the crane in the back!? Snapped this Friday while they were setting up the Capitol Christmas Tree! This year "the people's tree" is an 84 foot white fir named Sugar Bear 🐻‍❄️ from Six Rivers National Forest in CA!
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It’s that time of year folks! It’s Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, DC!

Every year around this time, people from all over come to DC to see the coveted cherry trees blooming around the tidal basin and other areas. This also sparks a festival with various events in the city. The trees were planted beginning in 1912, but new trees have been planted regularly since then.

20190401_183356
20190401_185602

Peak bloom was Monday, April 1st! This was no April Fool’s joke, because I brought my puppy and walked around the basin on Monday and indeed the trees are blooming! Peak bloom is supposed to be when at least 70% of the trees are in bloom. The benefit of going when it is peak bloom is that of course it is beautiful to see the majority of cherry trees with beautiful blooming buds. The setback is definitely the crowds – the area is jam-packed with people!

20190401_185854
20190401_191052

It requires patience and good timing to get a good picture despite full crowds.  Wednesday, Reda and I attempted to take some engagement photos.  We were relatively successful, but it took creative angles and multiple shots to get photos without random people walking through.  Here are a couple of failed attempts of tourist-less pictures:

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20190401_190127
20190403_192433

I’d recommend visiting very early morning to avoid crowds during the peak bloom time if you want really nice photos.  Otherwise – creativity and patience!  Or for technology-savvy individuals, there is always photoshop.  A couple of slightly more successful attempts:

20190403_192525
20190401_190207

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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Cherry Blossom Festival DC | Adventures with Shelby

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Candid by @travelswithnano last weekend 🍂🍁🍃 Am I the only one who didn't realize that next week is Thanksgiving!? Where has the time gone!!
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It’s that time of year folks! It’s Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, DC!

Every year around this time, people from all over come to DC to see the coveted cherry trees blooming around the tidal basin and other areas. This also sparks a festival with various events in the city. The trees were planted beginning in 1912, but new trees have been planted regularly since then.

20190401_183356
20190401_185602

Peak bloom was Monday, April 1st! This was no April Fool’s joke, because I brought my puppy and walked around the basin on Monday and indeed the trees are blooming! Peak bloom is supposed to be when at least 70% of the trees are in bloom. The benefit of going when it is peak bloom is that of course it is beautiful to see the majority of cherry trees with beautiful blooming buds. The setback is definitely the crowds – the area is jam-packed with people!

20190401_185854
20190401_191052

It requires patience and good timing to get a good picture despite full crowds.  Wednesday, Reda and I attempted to take some engagement photos.  We were relatively successful, but it took creative angles and multiple shots to get photos without random people walking through.  Here are a couple of failed attempts of tourist-less pictures:

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20190401_190127
20190403_192433

I’d recommend visiting very early morning to avoid crowds during the peak bloom time if you want really nice photos.  Otherwise – creativity and patience!  Or for technology-savvy individuals, there is always photoshop.  A couple of slightly more successful attempts:

20190403_192525
20190401_190207

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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Happy National Hiking Day! 🍃🍁🍂🥾 . . . . #outdoorwomen #hikingtrails #shenandoahnationalpark #verytravelpeople #outdooradventures #bearfencemountain #vaisforlovers #moretoexplore #hellofall
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It’s that time of year folks! It’s Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, DC!

Every year around this time, people from all over come to DC to see the coveted cherry trees blooming around the tidal basin and other areas. This also sparks a festival with various events in the city. The trees were planted beginning in 1912, but new trees have been planted regularly since then.

20190401_183356
20190401_185602

Peak bloom was Monday, April 1st! This was no April Fool’s joke, because I brought my puppy and walked around the basin on Monday and indeed the trees are blooming! Peak bloom is supposed to be when at least 70% of the trees are in bloom. The benefit of going when it is peak bloom is that of course it is beautiful to see the majority of cherry trees with beautiful blooming buds. The setback is definitely the crowds – the area is jam-packed with people!

20190401_185854
20190401_191052

It requires patience and good timing to get a good picture despite full crowds.  Wednesday, Reda and I attempted to take some engagement photos.  We were relatively successful, but it took creative angles and multiple shots to get photos without random people walking through.  Here are a couple of failed attempts of tourist-less pictures:

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20190401_190127
20190403_192433

I’d recommend visiting very early morning to avoid crowds during the peak bloom time if you want really nice photos.  Otherwise – creativity and patience!  Or for technology-savvy individuals, there is always photoshop.  A couple of slightly more successful attempts:

20190403_192525
20190401_190207

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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Cherry Blossom Festival DC | Adventures with Shelby

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Spent the evening walking around the Tidal Basin yesterday, and ran into one of my favorite DC photographers - @travelswithnano 🍁🍂 Who knew the fall foliage here is just as stunning as the cherry blossoms in the spring!?
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It’s that time of year folks! It’s Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, DC!

Every year around this time, people from all over come to DC to see the coveted cherry trees blooming around the tidal basin and other areas. This also sparks a festival with various events in the city. The trees were planted beginning in 1912, but new trees have been planted regularly since then.

20190401_183356
20190401_185602

Peak bloom was Monday, April 1st! This was no April Fool’s joke, because I brought my puppy and walked around the basin on Monday and indeed the trees are blooming! Peak bloom is supposed to be when at least 70% of the trees are in bloom. The benefit of going when it is peak bloom is that of course it is beautiful to see the majority of cherry trees with beautiful blooming buds. The setback is definitely the crowds – the area is jam-packed with people!

20190401_185854
20190401_191052

It requires patience and good timing to get a good picture despite full crowds.  Wednesday, Reda and I attempted to take some engagement photos.  We were relatively successful, but it took creative angles and multiple shots to get photos without random people walking through.  Here are a couple of failed attempts of tourist-less pictures:

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20190401_190127
20190403_192433

I’d recommend visiting very early morning to avoid crowds during the peak bloom time if you want really nice photos.  Otherwise – creativity and patience!  Or for technology-savvy individuals, there is always photoshop.  A couple of slightly more successful attempts:

20190403_192525
20190401_190207

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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Falling for these fall views 🍂🍁🍃 . . . . #igdc #capitolhill #washmagphoto #travelgram #walkwithlocals #girlsthatwander #wanderlust #theprettydistrict #mydccool #theotherdc #hellofall #beautifuldestinations #mytinyatlas
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It’s that time of year folks! It’s Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, DC!

Every year around this time, people from all over come to DC to see the coveted cherry trees blooming around the tidal basin and other areas. This also sparks a festival with various events in the city. The trees were planted beginning in 1912, but new trees have been planted regularly since then.

20190401_183356
20190401_185602

Peak bloom was Monday, April 1st! This was no April Fool’s joke, because I brought my puppy and walked around the basin on Monday and indeed the trees are blooming! Peak bloom is supposed to be when at least 70% of the trees are in bloom. The benefit of going when it is peak bloom is that of course it is beautiful to see the majority of cherry trees with beautiful blooming buds. The setback is definitely the crowds – the area is jam-packed with people!

20190401_185854
20190401_191052

It requires patience and good timing to get a good picture despite full crowds.  Wednesday, Reda and I attempted to take some engagement photos.  We were relatively successful, but it took creative angles and multiple shots to get photos without random people walking through.  Here are a couple of failed attempts of tourist-less pictures:

20190403_192517
20190401_190127
20190403_192433

I’d recommend visiting very early morning to avoid crowds during the peak bloom time if you want really nice photos.  Otherwise – creativity and patience!  Or for technology-savvy individuals, there is always photoshop.  A couple of slightly more successful attempts:

20190403_192525
20190401_190207

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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Cherry Blossom Festival DC | Adventures with Shelby

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The leaves are POPPING in the city this week!! 😍🍃🍁🍂 . Pardon the lack of focus, I was down to 1% battery when I took this so I was shooting blind!
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It’s that time of year folks! It’s Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, DC!

Every year around this time, people from all over come to DC to see the coveted cherry trees blooming around the tidal basin and other areas. This also sparks a festival with various events in the city. The trees were planted beginning in 1912, but new trees have been planted regularly since then.

20190401_183356
20190401_185602

Peak bloom was Monday, April 1st! This was no April Fool’s joke, because I brought my puppy and walked around the basin on Monday and indeed the trees are blooming! Peak bloom is supposed to be when at least 70% of the trees are in bloom. The benefit of going when it is peak bloom is that of course it is beautiful to see the majority of cherry trees with beautiful blooming buds. The setback is definitely the crowds – the area is jam-packed with people!

20190401_185854
20190401_191052

It requires patience and good timing to get a good picture despite full crowds.  Wednesday, Reda and I attempted to take some engagement photos.  We were relatively successful, but it took creative angles and multiple shots to get photos without random people walking through.  Here are a couple of failed attempts of tourist-less pictures:

20190403_192517
20190401_190127
20190403_192433

I’d recommend visiting very early morning to avoid crowds during the peak bloom time if you want really nice photos.  Otherwise – creativity and patience!  Or for technology-savvy individuals, there is always photoshop.  A couple of slightly more successful attempts:

20190403_192525
20190401_190207

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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Cherry Blossom Festival DC | Adventures with Shelby

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