The National Cherry Blossom Festival (March 20-April 11) will offer both virtual and in-person events By NBC Washington Staff •
Updated on March 1, 2021 at 8:11 pm
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The last of February s snow has barely melted, but that s not stopping spring. The National Park Service announced Monday the predicted peak bloom for D.C. s cherry blossoms is April 2-5.
Peak bloom is defined as the day when 70 percent of the Yoshino cherry blossoms are open. Download our NBC Washington app for iOS or Android to get alerts for local breaking news and weather.
This year s expected bloom dates match up well with the National Cherry Blossom Festival, which is set for March 20-April 11. The fest will offer both virtual and in-person events, activities and other ways to celebrate the season.