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SUMMARY:Petalpalooza®at Navy Yard
DESCRIPTION:April 4\, 2026 | 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM\nCapitol Riverfront Navy Yard Metro\n1022 O Street SE\nWashington\, DC 20374 \nCelebrate spring at Petalpalooza®\, for a full day of live music and engaging activities! \nThis day-long all-ages spring streety party brings art\, music\, and play to multiple outdoor stages\, interactive art installations\, a cashless beverage garden\, family-friendly hands-on activities\, roaming entertainers\, and more\, all along the banks of the Anacostia River. The evening is capped by the dazzling choreographed Official National Cherry Blossom Festival Fireworks show set to music starting at 8:30 PM. \nThis event is FREE and fun for all ages. \nTimes and activities are subject to change. \n\nMore Info
URL:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/event/petalpaloozaat-navy-yard/
LOCATION:1022 O Street SE\, 1022 O Street SE\, Washington D.C.\, MD\, 20374\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fort Meade
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SUMMARY:Blossom Kite Festival
DESCRIPTION:March 28\, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM\nWashington Monument Grounds\n130 17th Street NW\nWashington\, D.C. 20006 \nJoin us at the Washington Monument Grounds with soaring activities\, music\, competitions\, and performances. Kite enthusiasts\, beginners\, families\, and friends are all welcome. \nThe Blossom Kite Festival is one of the most vibrant and unique celebrations on the Mall\, with family-friendly kitemaking activities\, musical performances\, and more. Pack a picnic\, and launch your kite among thousands of other participants. \nThe event also features Sakura Taiko Fest\, produced by Washington\, DC-based Japanese drumming group\, Miyako Taiko. An incredible lineup of Taiko drummers from across the country will take the stage at the Sylvan Theatre from Noon–5 PM for a high-energy\, rousing celebration of sound. \n\nMore Info
URL:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/event/blossom-kite-festival/
LOCATION:Washington Monument Grounds\, 130 17th Street NW\, Washington D.C.\, MD\, 20006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fort Meade
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SUMMARY:National Cherry Blossom Festival Opening Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:March 21\, 2026 | 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM\nDAR Constitution Hall\n1776 D Street NW\nWashington\, D.C. 20006 \nThe National Cherry Blossom Festival’s signature Opening Ceremony is an artistic celebration of the 1912 gift of trees from Tokyo to Washington\, DC\, and an annual tribute to the longstanding friendship between Japan and the United States. This unique\, one-time-only performance will feature special performances from acclaimed artists with ties to both countries. \nThe event features performances from world-renowned artists connected to both the US and Japan\, showcasing the depth and diversity of Japanese arts\, including breathtaking traditional sword dances by Futago Onikenbai; pop music by award-winning singer Ayaka Hirahara\, and modern dance choreographed by Takehiro Ueyama. \nThe National Cherry Blossom Festival’s Opening Ceremony is co-presented with The Japan Foundation. The Host Sponsor is The Daughters of the American Revolution. The Supporting Sponsors are Daiichi Sankyo\, JCAW\, Japan National Tourism Organization\, Toyota Motor North America\, Inc. The Contributing Sponsors are EventEQ\, MUFG Bank\, Ltd. The Media Partners are 7 News & 24/7 News WJLA. Special thanks to the Embassy of Japan\, The Webster Group – Global Event Management. \nAudiences around the world can view this unique cultural ceremony by livestream on the Festival’s YouTube Channel: @CherryBlossFest. \n\nParking\nParking is limited in the District\, especially during the National Cherry Blossom Festival. It’s highly recommended that visitors use DC’s alternative transportation modes like Capital Bikeshare\, DC Streetcar\, Scooters\, DC Circulator\, Metrobus\, and Metrorail to make the most of their experience. \nTrigger Warning\nPlease be advised that this production may contain strobe lighting effects\, sudden loud noises\, and the use of a confetti cannon. \nBag Policy\nOnly bags that are small enough to fit under your own seat may be brought into the venue. \nThe show will be live-streamed on the Festival YouTube channel. \n\n\nBuy Tickets!
URL:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/event/national-cherry-blossom-festival-opening-ceremony/
LOCATION:Constitution Hall\, 1776 D Street NW\, Washington D.C.\, MD\, 20006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fort Meade
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SUMMARY:National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade®
DESCRIPTION:April 11\, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM\n16th Street NW & Constitution Avenue NW\nWashington\, D.C. 20004 \nOne of DC’s largest spectator events\, the energy-filled National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade® presented by Events DC runs for 10 blocks along iconic Constitution Avenue. Giant colorful helium balloons\, elaborate floats\, marching bands from across the country\, celebrity entertainers\, and performers burst down the Parade route in a grand spectacle of music and showmanship seen only once a year during the Festival. \nThe Parade is a RAIN OR SHINE event. Spectators can plan now to catch a glimpse of all the wonder and joy by saving the date to stand along the Parade route for FREE\, or reserving seats in designated grandstands.   Every guest needs a ticket for grandstand seating\, except children under the age of two. Children under two without tickets must sit on the lap of a ticket holder. The use of umbrellas in the grandstand bleachers is discouraged. The use of strollers in the grandstand bleachers is discouraged as there is no storage space. \n\nReserve a Seat
URL:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/event/national-cherry-blossom-festival-parade/
LOCATION:16th St NW & Constitution Ave NW\, 16th St NW & Constitution Ave NW\, Washington D.C.\, MD\, 20004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fort Meade
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