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Cherry Blossom Festival's capstone weekend kicks off
The National Cherry Blossom Festival parade was drawing crowds Saturday, and the Sakura Matsuri Japanese Street Festival will be going on all weekend. News4’s Derrick Ward reports.
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Japan gifting 250 new cherry trees to DC
President Joe Biden shared the news with reporters gathered at the welcome ceremony for Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and first lady Yuko Kishida.
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Japan gives DC 250 cherry trees, replacing those to be removed for Tidal Basin seawall repairs
Spring is a time for renewal and fresh starts, and Japan and the United States celebrated both with a Wednesday morning announcement: Japan has gifted 250 new cherry trees to the U.S.
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Runners hit the pavement for Cherry Blossom 10-Miler
News4’s Juliana Valencia and Chuck Bell crossed the finish line with 17,000 runners in Washington, D.C.
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Be aware of road closures for the Cherry Blossom 5K & 10-Miler this weekend. Here's the list
Road closures will be in effect this weekend (April 6-7) for the Cherry Blossom 5K and 10-Mile Run, officials say.
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Metro opens early for Sunday's Cherry Blossom 10-Miler. Here are the best stations to use
Metrorail will open two hours early this Sunday for the 2024 Credit Union Cherry Blossom 10-Mile Run, WMATA said. The rail system will open at 5 a.m. to help runners and spectators get to the race, which starts from the grounds of the Washington Monument. The race is accessible from the Blue, Orange and Silver lines. The closest station is…
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Blossom Kite Festival on the National Mall
Cherry blossom festivities continue with the Blossom Kite Festival, which is expected to bring thousands of people to the National Mall. News4’s Derrick Ward reports.
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What comes next for Stumpy, the cherry tree that could?
The NPS has to remove Stumpy from his spot on the southeast side of the Tidal Basin, but his story isn’t over just yet. News4’s Maggie More shares the steps the U.S. National Arboretum will use to create Stumpy clones.
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DC artist uses cherry blossoms as inspiration
A Southeast D.C. native has created more than 30 cherry blossom murals across the District.
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Kite master shows how to make a kite from household items
You don’t need a fancy kite to participate in the Blossom Kite Festival. News4’s Tommy McFLY caught up with a master of kite flying and learned how to make one with a trash bag.
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Cherry blossom cocktails and bites to try this spring
Silver Lyan’s head bartender joined News4 in the studio to showcase the restaurant’s spring menu inspired by Japanese culture.
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National Cherry Blossom Festival 2024 officially kicks off despite gloomy weather
The National Cherry Blossom Festival kicked off for 2024 with music, crowds and beautiful blooms. Freixys Casado reports.
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Why Stumpy, the ‘Little Cherry Tree That Could,' can't be transplanted — and how he'll live on anyway
Stumpy’s long fight against the rising tides near the Tidal Basin comes to an end in May. There’s nothing the NPS can do to save him. But the National Arboretum is working to preserve his legacy through propagation. Here’s how it works.
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Cold rainy weather could affect DC's cherry blossoms
The National Park Service says that the weather can affect the delicate blossoms, but the water could weigh down the petals and keep strong winds from blowing them away this afternoon. News4’s Derrick Ward reports.
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Still peak bloom? NPS weighs in on cherry blossoms longevity
Time is potentially running out to see the cherry blossoms at peak bloom around the Tidal Basin. News4’s Juliana Valencia reports.
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Flowers, whiskey, and a mascot that stops traffic: Tributes left to Stumpy during tree's final peak bloom in DC
From flowers to whiskey to a traffic-stopping 10-Miler mascot, D.C. residents are sending Stumpy out on his last peak bloom with a bang.
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It's Stumpy's last springtime in DC
It’s the tree that looks decrepit, but is still full of life. NBC News’s Hallie Jackson reports.
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Cherry blossom afternoon teas to sip and savor around DC
Cherry blossom season is the perfect time for a leisurely afternoon tea. Maybe it’s because we’re already dressed up to get a petal-filled picture, or we want to warm up after a cool spring day of hanami (the Japanese word for cherry blossom viewing). The delicate flowers certainly remind us of the adorable finger-food treats you find at a...
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Photos: See DC's famous cherry trees in peak bloom on the Tidal Basin
Washington, D.C.’s famous cherry trees along the Tidal Basin reached peak bloom on St. Patrick’s Day in 2024, marking one of the earliest blooms on record. Peak bloom — when 70% of the Yoshino cherry trees along the Tidal Basin are flowering — lasts for several days, according to NPS. The National Cherry Blossom Festival says 1.5 million people visit every... -
Visiting cherry blossoms at DC's Tidal Basin: 5 things to know for peak bloom
Visiting the famed cherry trees surrounding the Tidal Basin in Washington, D.C., is worthy of anyone’s bucket list — and it doesn’t get better than visiting during peak bloom. And peak bloom is here! The National Park Service made the big announcement on St. Patrick’s Day. Peak bloom — when 70% of the Yoshino cherry trees along the Tidal...