Cherry Blossoms to Peak During Festival

The peak bloom is predicted to take place between March 26 and 30, the National Park Service announced.

Mark your calendars—in cherry blossom pink, of course—for March 26-30, which, the National Park Service predicts, will be when the cherry blossoms at the Tidal Basin will be in peak bloom. The National Cherry Blossom Festival organization announced the news via Twitter (@CherryBlossFest) on Monday: ANNOUNCING: The @NatlParkService blossom prediction is.... March 26-30! #cherryblossom The peak bloom will coincide nicely with the National Cherry Blossom Festival, which opens March 20 and concludes with the National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade April 13. Many events—from photography workshops, to a Pink Tie Party, to a Cherry Blossom Food Tour, in addition to the parade—are part of the festival. Visit the festival's website for a full list …

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