ANNOUNCING THE 2011 NATIONAL CHERRY BLOSSOM FESTIVAL

The National Cherry Blossom Festival is Washington D.C.’s and the nation’s greatest springtime celebration offering 16 days of diverse programming that largely is free and open to the public. Entertaining and engaging more than one million residents and visitors annually, the 2011 Festival celebrates the 99th anniversary of the gift of the cherry blossom trees and the enduring friendship between the citizens of the United States and Japan.

16 days anchored by 3 SPECTACULAR WEEKENDS of events

Opening Weekend

Saturday, March 26:  Family Day with the traditional Opening at the National Building Museum

Sunday, March 27:    Blossom Kite Festival presented by the National Cherry Blossom Festival

Mid-Festival Weekend

Saturday, April 2:  Southwest Waterfront Fireworks Festival

Grand Finale Weekend

Saturday, April 9:  National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade® and Sakura Japanese Street Festival

Daily

Cultural performances on the Sylvan Theater Stage (Washington Monument grounds)

Where

Events throughout Washington, DC and metro area. Best viewing of cherry blossom trees at Tidal Basin.

Hotline: (877) 44-BLOOM

www.nationalcherryblossomfestival.org

The National Cherry Blossom Festival, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization dedicated to promoting the beauty of nature and international friendship through year-round programs, events, and educational initiatives that enhance our environment, showcase arts and culture, and build community spirit.