The year’s National Cherry Blossom Festival happens from March 20 to April 15, with special highlights taking place throughout the three-week period, starting with a Saturday opening ceremony on March 24, the Kite Festival on March 31 and the National Cherry Blossom Parade closing out the event on April 14.
There is a new event called Petalpalooza at The Wharf, happening on April 7, with live music, beer gardens, stuff for kids and fireworks at the end.