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April, 2026

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10:00 am - 🌸 Bloom Break at the National Building Museum 12:00 pm - 🌸 Gogo & Sakura 10:00 am - 🌸 Cherry Blossom Skate 🌸 Tokyo Nights: A Cherry Blossom Weekend Experience Eddie Izzard in the Tragedy of Hamlet 🌸 Putt Me in Bloom Beauty and the Beast Hamnet 🌸 Cherry Blossom Daruma 1776 at Ford’s Theatre 🌸 Illusions in Bloom 🌸 Pink Lanterns at CityCenter DC The Pigeon Comes to Washington, DC! A Mo Willems Exhibit Drunk Romeo & Juliet A Taste of Downtown DC: Celebrity Chef Culinary Tour
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Eddie Izzard in the Tragedy of Hamlet 🌸 Putt Me in Bloom Beauty and the Beast Hamnet 🌸 Cherry Blossom Daruma 1776 at Ford’s Theatre 🌸 Illusions in Bloom 🌸 Pink Lanterns at CityCenter DC The Pigeon Comes to Washington, DC! A Mo Willems Exhibit Drunk Romeo & Juliet A Taste of Downtown DC: Celebrity Chef Culinary Tour
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Eddie Izzard in the Tragedy of Hamlet 🌸 Putt Me in Bloom Beauty and the Beast Hamnet 🌸 Cherry Blossom Daruma 1776 at Ford’s Theatre 🌸 Illusions in Bloom 🌸 Pink Lanterns at CityCenter DC The Pigeon Comes to Washington, DC! A Mo Willems Exhibit Drunk Romeo & Juliet A Taste of Downtown DC: Celebrity Chef Culinary Tour
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5:00 pm - 🌸 Wordplay Wednesday: Cherry Blossom Edition Eddie Izzard in the Tragedy of Hamlet 🌸 Putt Me in Bloom Beauty and the Beast Hamnet 🌸 Cherry Blossom Daruma 1776 at Ford’s Theatre 🌸 Illusions in Bloom 🌸 Pink Lanterns at CityCenter DC The Pigeon Comes to Washington, DC! A Mo Willems Exhibit Drunk Romeo & Juliet A Taste of Downtown DC: Celebrity Chef Culinary Tour
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FRESHFARM by the White House Eddie Izzard in the Tragedy of Hamlet 🌸 Putt Me in Bloom Beauty and the Beast Hamnet 🌸 Cherry Blossom Daruma 1776 at Ford’s Theatre 🌸 Illusions in Bloom 🌸 Pink Lanterns at CityCenter DC The Pigeon Comes to Washington, DC! A Mo Willems Exhibit Drunk Romeo & Juliet A Taste of Downtown DC: Celebrity Chef Culinary Tour
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6:00 pm - A Toast To Her 7:00 pm - Nate Bargatze: Big Dumb Eyes World Tour 6:30 pm - 🌸 Cherry Blossom Drag Bingo Eddie Izzard in the Tragedy of Hamlet 🌸 Putt Me in Bloom Beauty and the Beast Hamnet 🌸 Cherry Blossom Daruma 1776 at Ford’s Theatre 🌸 Illusions in Bloom 🌸 Pink Lanterns at CityCenter DC The Pigeon Comes to Washington, DC! A Mo Willems Exhibit Drunk Romeo & Juliet A Taste of Downtown DC: Celebrity Chef Culinary Tour
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1:00 pm - 🌸 Art In Bloom: Paint & Sip Eddie Izzard in the Tragedy of Hamlet 🌸 Putt Me in Bloom Beauty and the Beast Hamnet 🌸 Cherry Blossom Daruma 1776 at Ford’s Theatre 🌸 Illusions in Bloom 🌸 Pink Lanterns at CityCenter DC The Pigeon Comes to Washington, DC! A Mo Willems Exhibit Drunk Romeo & Juliet A Taste of Downtown DC: Celebrity Chef Culinary Tour
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Eddie Izzard in the Tragedy of Hamlet 🌸 Putt Me in Bloom Beauty and the Beast Hamnet 🌸 Cherry Blossom Daruma 1776 at Ford’s Theatre 🌸 Illusions in Bloom 🌸 Pink Lanterns at CityCenter DC The Pigeon Comes to Washington, DC! A Mo Willems Exhibit Drunk Romeo & Juliet A Taste of Downtown DC: Celebrity Chef Culinary Tour
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Eddie Izzard in the Tragedy of Hamlet 🌸 Putt Me in Bloom Hamnet 🌸 Cherry Blossom Daruma 1776 at Ford’s Theatre 🌸 Illusions in Bloom 🌸 Pink Lanterns at CityCenter DC The Pigeon Comes to Washington, DC! A Mo Willems Exhibit Drunk Romeo & Juliet A Taste of Downtown DC: Celebrity Chef Culinary Tour
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The Wiz 2026 Eddie Izzard in the Tragedy of Hamlet 🌸 Putt Me in Bloom Hamnet 🌸 Cherry Blossom Daruma 1776 at Ford’s Theatre 🌸 Illusions in Bloom 🌸 Pink Lanterns at CityCenter DC The Pigeon Comes to Washington, DC! A Mo Willems Exhibit Drunk Romeo & Juliet A Taste of Downtown DC: Celebrity Chef Culinary Tour
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7:30 pm - Cardi B: Little Miss Drama Tour 6:00 pm - 🌸 Sip and Paint Washington DC – Cherry Blossom Bliss The Wiz 2026 Eddie Izzard in the Tragedy of Hamlet 🌸 Putt Me in Bloom Hamnet 🌸 Cherry Blossom Daruma 1776 at Ford’s Theatre 🌸 Illusions in Bloom 🌸 Pink Lanterns at CityCenter DC The Pigeon Comes to Washington, DC! A Mo Willems Exhibit Drunk Romeo & Juliet A Taste of Downtown DC: Celebrity Chef Culinary Tour
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The Wiz 2026 Eddie Izzard in the Tragedy of Hamlet 🌸 Putt Me in Bloom Hamnet 🌸 Cherry Blossom Daruma 1776 at Ford’s Theatre 🌸 Illusions in Bloom 🌸 Pink Lanterns at CityCenter DC The Pigeon Comes to Washington, DC! A Mo Willems Exhibit Drunk Romeo & Juliet A Taste of Downtown DC: Celebrity Chef Culinary Tour
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10:00 am - Sandbox VR Grand Opening 7:30 pm - 🌸 2026 NCSS Cherry Blossom Gala The Wiz 2026 Eddie Izzard in the Tragedy of Hamlet 🌸 Putt Me in Bloom Hamnet 🌸 Cherry Blossom Daruma 1776 at Ford’s Theatre 🌸 Illusions in Bloom 🌸 Pink Lanterns at CityCenter DC The Pigeon Comes to Washington, DC! A Mo Willems Exhibit Drunk Romeo & Juliet A Taste of Downtown DC: Celebrity Chef Culinary Tour
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🌸 2026 Sakura Matsuri – Japanese Street Festival 11:00 am - 🌸 2026 National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade 5:00 pm - SongSLAM DC Sandbox VR Grand Opening The Wiz 2026 Eddie Izzard in the Tragedy of Hamlet 🌸 Putt Me in Bloom Hamnet 🌸 Cherry Blossom Daruma 1776 at Ford’s Theatre 🌸 Illusions in Bloom 🌸 Pink Lanterns at CityCenter DC The Pigeon Comes to Washington, DC! A Mo Willems Exhibit Drunk Romeo & Juliet A Taste of Downtown DC: Celebrity Chef Culinary Tour
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12:00 pm - 🌸 Jazz & Blossoms 2026 🌸 2026 Sakura Matsuri – Japanese Street Festival Sandbox VR Grand Opening The Wiz 2026 🌸 Putt Me in Bloom Hamnet 🌸 Cherry Blossom Daruma 1776 at Ford’s Theatre 🌸 Illusions in Bloom 🌸 Pink Lanterns at CityCenter DC The Pigeon Comes to Washington, DC! A Mo Willems Exhibit Drunk Romeo & Juliet A Taste of Downtown DC: Celebrity Chef Culinary Tour
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8:00 pm - Ricardo Arjona: Lo Que El Seco No Dijo Tour 4:00 pm - Know Your Power Arts Workshop Sandbox VR Grand Opening 🌸 Putt Me in Bloom 🌸 Cherry Blossom Daruma 1776 at Ford’s Theatre 🌸 Illusions in Bloom 🌸 Pink Lanterns at CityCenter DC The Pigeon Comes to Washington, DC! A Mo Willems Exhibit Drunk Romeo & Juliet A Taste of Downtown DC: Celebrity Chef Culinary Tour
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6:00 pm - Imani-Grace Cooper: In Good Company Sandbox VR Grand Opening 🌸 Putt Me in Bloom 🌸 Cherry Blossom Daruma 1776 at Ford’s Theatre 🌸 Illusions in Bloom 🌸 Pink Lanterns at CityCenter DC The Pigeon Comes to Washington, DC! A Mo Willems Exhibit Drunk Romeo & Juliet A Taste of Downtown DC: Celebrity Chef Culinary Tour
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5:30 pm - NMWA Nights Sandbox VR Grand Opening 🌸 Putt Me in Bloom 🌸 Cherry Blossom Daruma 1776 at Ford’s Theatre 🌸 Illusions in Bloom 🌸 Pink Lanterns at CityCenter DC The Pigeon Comes to Washington, DC! A Mo Willems Exhibit Drunk Romeo & Juliet A Taste of Downtown DC: Celebrity Chef Culinary Tour
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2026 Capital Book Fest 8:00 pm - Demi Lovato: It’s Not That Deep Tour Filmfest DC 2026 Sandbox VR Grand Opening 🌸 Putt Me in Bloom 🌸 Cherry Blossom Daruma 1776 at Ford’s Theatre 🌸 Illusions in Bloom 🌸 Pink Lanterns at CityCenter DC The Pigeon Comes to Washington, DC! A Mo Willems Exhibit Drunk Romeo & Juliet A Taste of Downtown DC: Celebrity Chef Culinary Tour
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8:00 pm - Chinatown Funk Express IX at Lucky Danger: Saucy Lady Returns Open Mic Nights Filmfest DC 2026 🌸 Putt Me in Bloom 🌸 Cherry Blossom Daruma 1776 at Ford’s Theatre 🌸 Illusions in Bloom 🌸 Pink Lanterns at CityCenter DC The Pigeon Comes to Washington, DC! A Mo Willems Exhibit Drunk Romeo & Juliet A Taste of Downtown DC: Celebrity Chef Culinary Tour
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2:00 pm - A Toast To Her 7:30 pm - Florence + The Machine – Everybody Scream Tour 1:00 pm - 🌸 Cherry Blossom Arcade 2026 4:00 pm - GLOW Block Party 44: The Musical 4:00 pm - DC 250 Kids Ball Filmfest DC 2026 🌸 Putt Me in Bloom 🌸 Cherry Blossom Daruma 1776 at Ford’s Theatre 🌸 Illusions in Bloom 🌸 Pink Lanterns at CityCenter DC The Pigeon Comes to Washington, DC! A Mo Willems Exhibit Drunk Romeo & Juliet A Taste of Downtown DC: Celebrity Chef Culinary Tour
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3:30 pm - Black Coffee: Anthem Row Open Air 1:00 pm - 21st Annual DC Emancipation Day 44: The Musical Filmfest DC 2026 🌸 Putt Me in Bloom 🌸 Cherry Blossom Daruma 1776 at Ford’s Theatre 🌸 Illusions in Bloom 🌸 Pink Lanterns at CityCenter DC The Pigeon Comes to Washington, DC! A Mo Willems Exhibit Drunk Romeo & Juliet A Taste of Downtown DC: Celebrity Chef Culinary Tour
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44: The Musical Filmfest DC 2026 🌸 Putt Me in Bloom 🌸 Cherry Blossom Daruma 1776 at Ford’s Theatre 🌸 Illusions in Bloom 🌸 Pink Lanterns at CityCenter DC The Pigeon Comes to Washington, DC! A Mo Willems Exhibit Drunk Romeo & Juliet A Taste of Downtown DC: Celebrity Chef Culinary Tour
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44: The Musical Filmfest DC 2026 🌸 Putt Me in Bloom 🌸 Cherry Blossom Daruma 1776 at Ford’s Theatre 🌸 Illusions in Bloom 🌸 Pink Lanterns at CityCenter DC The Pigeon Comes to Washington, DC! A Mo Willems Exhibit Drunk Romeo & Juliet A Taste of Downtown DC: Celebrity Chef Culinary Tour
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44: The Musical Filmfest DC 2026 🌸 Putt Me in Bloom 🌸 Cherry Blossom Daruma 1776 at Ford’s Theatre 🌸 Illusions in Bloom 🌸 Pink Lanterns at CityCenter DC The Pigeon Comes to Washington, DC! A Mo Willems Exhibit Drunk Romeo & Juliet A Taste of Downtown DC: Celebrity Chef Culinary Tour
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Taste of Iceland 2026 2026 Smithsonian Craft Show 44: The Musical Filmfest DC 2026 🌸 Putt Me in Bloom 🌸 Cherry Blossom Daruma 1776 at Ford’s Theatre 🌸 Illusions in Bloom 🌸 Pink Lanterns at CityCenter DC The Pigeon Comes to Washington, DC! A Mo Willems Exhibit Drunk Romeo & Juliet A Taste of Downtown DC: Celebrity Chef Culinary Tour
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1:00 pm - A Portrait of America Through Craft Taste of Iceland 2026 2026 Smithsonian Craft Show 44: The Musical Filmfest DC 2026 🌸 Putt Me in Bloom 🌸 Cherry Blossom Daruma 1776 at Ford’s Theatre 🌸 Illusions in Bloom 🌸 Pink Lanterns at CityCenter DC The Pigeon Comes to Washington, DC! A Mo Willems Exhibit Drunk Romeo & Juliet A Taste of Downtown DC: Celebrity Chef Culinary Tour
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Taste of Iceland 2026 2026 Smithsonian Craft Show 44: The Musical Filmfest DC 2026 🌸 Putt Me in Bloom 🌸 Cherry Blossom Daruma 1776 at Ford’s Theatre 🌸 Illusions in Bloom 🌸 Pink Lanterns at CityCenter DC The Pigeon Comes to Washington, DC! A Mo Willems Exhibit Drunk Romeo & Juliet A Taste of Downtown DC: Celebrity Chef Culinary Tour
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6:00 pm - In a Sentimental Mood: Live Jazz & Yoga 2026 Smithsonian Craft Show 44: The Musical Filmfest DC 2026 🌸 Putt Me in Bloom 🌸 Cherry Blossom Daruma 1776 at Ford’s Theatre 🌸 Illusions in Bloom 🌸 Pink Lanterns at CityCenter DC The Pigeon Comes to Washington, DC! A Mo Willems Exhibit Drunk Romeo & Juliet A Taste of Downtown DC: Celebrity Chef Culinary Tour
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6:00 pm - Slow Food DC 2026 Snail of Approval Awards 7:30 pm - Dramathon 2026 44: The Musical 🌸 Cherry Blossom Daruma 1776 at Ford’s Theatre 🌸 Illusions in Bloom 🌸 Pink Lanterns at CityCenter DC The Pigeon Comes to Washington, DC! A Mo Willems Exhibit Drunk Romeo & Juliet A Taste of Downtown DC: Celebrity Chef Culinary Tour
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The Book of Mormon 44: The Musical 🌸 Cherry Blossom Daruma 1776 at Ford’s Theatre 🌸 Illusions in Bloom 🌸 Pink Lanterns at CityCenter DC The Pigeon Comes to Washington, DC! A Mo Willems Exhibit Drunk Romeo & Juliet A Taste of Downtown DC: Celebrity Chef Culinary Tour
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The Book of Mormon 44: The Musical 🌸 Cherry Blossom Daruma 1776 at Ford’s Theatre 🌸 Illusions in Bloom 🌸 Pink Lanterns at CityCenter DC The Pigeon Comes to Washington, DC! A Mo Willems Exhibit Drunk Romeo & Juliet A Taste of Downtown DC: Celebrity Chef Culinary Tour
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9:00 pm - Cirque Noir: Art In Action After Party The Book of Mormon 44: The Musical 🌸 Cherry Blossom Daruma 1776 at Ford’s Theatre 🌸 Illusions in Bloom 🌸 Pink Lanterns at CityCenter DC The Pigeon Comes to Washington, DC! A Mo Willems Exhibit Drunk Romeo & Juliet A Taste of Downtown DC: Celebrity Chef Culinary Tour
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2:00 pm - World Language Festival The Book of Mormon 44: The Musical 🌸 Cherry Blossom Daruma 1776 at Ford’s Theatre 🌸 Illusions in Bloom 🌸 Pink Lanterns at CityCenter DC The Pigeon Comes to Washington, DC! A Mo Willems Exhibit Drunk Romeo & Juliet A Taste of Downtown DC: Celebrity Chef Culinary Tour
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The Book of Mormon 44: The Musical 1776 at Ford’s Theatre 🌸 Illusions in Bloom 🌸 Pink Lanterns at CityCenter DC The Pigeon Comes to Washington, DC! A Mo Willems Exhibit Drunk Romeo & Juliet A Taste of Downtown DC: Celebrity Chef Culinary Tour
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9:00 am - Race for Hope DC The Book of Mormon 44: The Musical 1776 at Ford’s Theatre 🌸 Illusions in Bloom 🌸 Pink Lanterns at CityCenter DC The Pigeon Comes to Washington, DC! A Mo Willems Exhibit Drunk Romeo & Juliet A Taste of Downtown DC: Celebrity Chef Culinary Tour
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44: The Musical 1776 at Ford’s Theatre 🌸 Illusions in Bloom 🌸 Pink Lanterns at CityCenter DC The Pigeon Comes to Washington, DC! A Mo Willems Exhibit Drunk Romeo & Juliet A Taste of Downtown DC: Celebrity Chef Culinary Tour
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FRESHFARM by the White House Toned Up Tuesdays FRESHFARM by CityCenterDC 44: The Musical 1776 at Ford’s Theatre 🌸 Illusions in Bloom 🌸 Pink Lanterns at CityCenter DC The Pigeon Comes to Washington, DC! A Mo Willems Exhibit Drunk Romeo & Juliet A Taste of Downtown DC: Celebrity Chef Culinary Tour
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Live Music Wednesdays at Matchbox 44: The Musical 1776 at Ford’s Theatre 🌸 Illusions in Bloom 🌸 Pink Lanterns at CityCenter DC The Pigeon Comes to Washington, DC! A Mo Willems Exhibit Drunk Romeo & Juliet A Taste of Downtown DC: Celebrity Chef Culinary Tour
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Trivia Thursday Nights at Matchbox 8:30 am - State of Downtown Forum 2026 6:00 pm - After Sunset: JAHM Out After Hours AI+ Expo Ball for The Mall 2026 44: The Musical 1776 at Ford’s Theatre 🌸 Illusions in Bloom 🌸 Pink Lanterns at CityCenter DC The Pigeon Comes to Washington, DC! A Mo Willems Exhibit Drunk Romeo & Juliet A Taste of Downtown DC: Celebrity Chef Culinary Tour
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Cinderella 6:00 pm - 4th Annual Gala for Foster Care 5:30 pm - Photo Tour: Capturing DC in Bloom on iPhone AI+ Expo 44: The Musical 1776 at Ford’s Theatre 🌸 Illusions in Bloom 🌸 Pink Lanterns at CityCenter DC The Pigeon Comes to Washington, DC! A Mo Willems Exhibit Drunk Romeo & Juliet A Taste of Downtown DC: Celebrity Chef Culinary Tour
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3:00 pm - Mommy & Me: A Mother’s Day Pet Photo Event 5:30 pm - Create a Cherry Blossom Photo Collage on iPad Workshop Cinderella AI+ Expo 44: The Musical 1776 at Ford’s Theatre 🌸 Illusions in Bloom 🌸 Pink Lanterns at CityCenter DC The Pigeon Comes to Washington, DC! A Mo Willems Exhibit Drunk Romeo & Juliet A Taste of Downtown DC: Celebrity Chef Culinary Tour