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Photographer Captures Newlyweds Under Cherry Blossoms, Turns to Internet to Find Them
After a photographer captured beautiful photos of an anonymous couple under the cherry blossoms, he turned to the internet for help finding them. And the public delivered.
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Social Media Helps Solve Wedding Photo Mystery
A photographer capturing the splendor of the cherry blossoms also captured a beautiful photo of newlyweds. The only problem was that he had no idea who they were. News4’s Darcy Spencer reports.
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Cherry Blossom-Themed Cars Parade Through DC for Petal Procession
Cherry Blossom-themed cars parade through Washington, D.C., and National Landing in Virginia this weekend.
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Cherry Blossoms, Flamingos and Lanterns: DC Residents Decorate Porches for Parade
Spring has arrived, and Washington, D.C. residents are showing their spirit. Many have decorated their houses and porches for the Petal Porch Parade and Processions. The parade, a new program a part of the National Cherry Blossom Festival, was created to unite the community and celebrate the springtime. The parade is taking place from March 20 until April 11 and residents... -
Cherry Blossom Petal Procession Rolls Through DC Neighborhoods
The National Cherry Blossom Festival is bringing blooms around D.C. on Saturday. Derrick Ward reports.
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Japan's Cherry Blossoms See Earliest Bloom in 1,200 Years as Climate Warms
Japan’s famous cherry blossoms reached their peak earlier than ever before this year, with experts suggesting the record-setting date is the result of climate change.
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Climate Change Impacts Cherry Blossoms' Peak Bloom
The changing climate is playing a role on when cherry blossoms reach peak bloom in D.C. and around the world. Storm Team4 Meteorologist Amelia Draper reports.
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What to Do for Cherry Blossom Season While Social Distancing in the DC Area
Outdoor activities, socially distant events, tours and more things to do in D.C., Maryland and Virginia during the National Cherry Blossom Festival.
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Where to See Cherry Blossom Trees in DC, Maryland and Virginia
See a map of D.C’s cherry trees plus some of the best viewing spots in Maryland and Virginia.
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Photos: Washington Cherry Blossoms Hit Peak Bloom
The cherry blossom trees around the Washington Tidal Basin reached peak bloom on Sunday, March 28, in a sure sign of spring. Here’s a look at the splendor mere hours before the the trees burst into full blossom. We’ll be adding photos too. -
Cherry Blossom Trees Reach Peak Bloom Early Amid Warm Temps
Washington’s famous cherry blossom trees hit peak bloom. The National Park Service (NPS) announced late Sunday morning that the trees around the Tidal Basin reached their final blooming stage. “The cherry trees have reached peak bloom after temps well above average last week sped us through the final stages of the blossom cycle – just four days from stage...
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When Will DC's Famous Cherry Blossoms Reach Peak Bloom? They're Now at Puffy White
This phase, puffy white, is the penultimate step in the Yoshino cherry trees’ six blooming phases.
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Cherry Blossom Kite Flying Tradition Moves Off National Mall for 2021
It’s another longstanding cherry blossom tradition that’s getting adapted for the pandemic: The annual spring kite festival is moving off the National Mall and into D.C. residents’ neighborhood parks. Dubbed the Blossom Kite Fly for 2021, residents are encouraged to participate in a local park. Look for one with wide-open spaces and few trees or power lines. Register online...
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Cherry Blossom Kite Tradition Moves Off National Mall for 2021
The annual spring kite festival is moving off the National Mall and into D.C. residents’ neighborhoods to keep people healthy during the pandemic. News4’s Derrick Ward reports.
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Cherry Blossom Access Could Be Cut If Crowds Make Social Distancing Impossible
Access will be limited to both people on foot and those in vehicles.
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When Will DC's Cherry Blossoms Bloom? They Just Reached Phase 4 of 6
This phase, extension of florets, is the latest step in the Yoshino cherry trees’ six blooming phases.
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Japanese Embassy Celebrates Cherry Blossoms, Tokyo Olympics
Washington Spirit players and Japanese Embassy officials celebrated the U.S. and Japan’s “unshakable friendship” by marking cherry blossom season and the upcoming Tokyo Olympics.
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NPS Details Plans on How Cherry Blossom Access Will Be Handled
The cherry blossoms could reach peak bloom around the Tidal Basin in a week. Officials warn if crowds become too big, the event will be shut down for safety because of the pandemic. Transportation Reporter Adam Tuss has more details about how and what that shutdown could look like.
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Cherry Blossom Closures Announced
The National Park Service announced plans to limit access to the Tidal Basin and surrounding monuments over fears large crowds could make the cherry blossoms a COVID-19 superspreader event. News4’s Mark Segraves reports on the closures.
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During Cherry Blossoms' Peak Bloom, Tidal Basin Access to Be Limited
Access will be limited to both people on foot and those in vehicles.