Going Out Guide: Cherry Blossoms


Posted at 02:16 PM ET, 04/08/2014

For cherry blossom parade producer, ideas bloom all year round
By Maura Judkis
Soon after blossoms fall, producer John Best begins to work on the following year’s parade.

By Maura Judkis  |  02:16 PM ET, 04/08/2014 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:31 PM ET, 03/24/2014

Cherry blossoms: Less than three weeks until peak bloom

By Margaret Ely
The blossoms are on track for an April 8-12 peak.

By Margaret Ely  |  02:31 PM ET, 03/24/2014 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:30 PM ET, 03/21/2014

Your cherry blossom questions, answered
By Margaret Ely
The National Cherry Blossom Festival is underway; we’ve got answers to your questions and a map.

By Margaret Ely  |  05:30 PM ET, 03/21/2014 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 02:05 PM ET, 03/20/2014

Celebrate cherry blossom season with cherry blossom beer
By Fritz Hahn
The District Chophouse unveils a delicious tribute to the National Cherry Blossom Festival.

By Fritz Hahn  |  02:05 PM ET, 03/20/2014 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:49 PM ET, 03/14/2014

Paddle boating season begins Saturday. Should you go?

By Maura Judkis
Pro: selfies. Con: Everyone will assume you’re a tourist.

By Maura Judkis  |  12:49 PM ET, 03/14/2014 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:11 PM ET, 04/11/2013

Final weekend highlights: Parade, Japanese culture
By Kathy Orton
Festivities include the Grand Ball, the blossom parade and an anime marathon.

By Kathy Orton  |  12:11 PM ET, 04/11/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:31 PM ET, 04/09/2013

Map: Peak bloom is here, and the cherry blossoms are there, there and there
By Alex Baldinger
Save this blossom map and share your snapshots with #wpblossoms for a spot on The Post's pretty Cherry Blossoms Grid.

By Alex Baldinger  |  12:31 PM ET, 04/09/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:17 PM ET, 04/05/2013

Tidal Basin bound this weekend? Here's a map of the cherry blossoms
By Alex Baldinger
Give your blossom snapshots the recognition they deserve: Share them with #wpblossoms and they'll appear on The Post's pretty Cherry Blossoms Grid.

By Alex Baldinger  |  05:17 PM ET, 04/05/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 01:52 PM ET, 04/01/2013

Japanese lantern lighting, fireworks and more festival highlights

By Kathy Orton
Some of the activities you won't want to miss, at the Tidal Basin and elsewhere.

By Kathy Orton  |  01:52 PM ET, 04/01/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:37 PM ET, 03/22/2013

Can't-miss events for the National Cherry Blossom Festival's opening weekend
By Lavanya Ramanathan
The first weekend kicks off with the family festival and late-night strolls around the basin.

By Lavanya Ramanathan  |  12:37 PM ET, 03/22/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 01:56 PM ET, 03/20/2013

Download a map of the best cherry blossom locations
By Alex Baldinger
Whether this is your first spring in Washington or you just need a seasonal refresher, this PDF should serve as your guide.

By Alex Baldinger  |  01:56 PM ET, 03/20/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)

Posted at 01:32 PM ET, 03/04/2013

The peak bloom period for the cherry blossoms is March 26-30

By Alex Baldinger
Mark your calendars for March 26-30.

By Alex Baldinger  |  01:32 PM ET, 03/04/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)