Jazz & Blossoms
Free, Family-Friendly Jazz & Hip-Hop Festival
Returns April 2027
National Cherry Blossom Festival
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Hip-Hop & Jazz at the Cherry Blossoms
Jazz & Blossoms is a free, family-friendly music and arts event blending live jazz and hip-hop during the National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, DC. Designed as an all-ages experience, the free festival features live performances, art zones, interactive activities and play areas that invite families, music lovers and culture seekers to celebrate spring through sound, creativity and community. Brought to by Words Beats & Life Inc., with DowntownDC BID.
Jazz & Blossoms 2026 Concert Lineup
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Headliner
Oddisee & Good Compny
Nabaté Isles' En Motion: Miles Davis Tribute
Chuck Brown Band
Jahsonic
The Funset
Harry Hotter
The Funset
Free Activities
All Ages Event
Haiku Writing
Video Games
Swing Dance Workshop
Noon - 1 PM
New Columbia Swing
Lego Display
Live Hip-Hop Performances
Origami Station
African Drum Circle
Hand Dance Workshop
1 PM - 2 PM
DC Hand Dance
Beat Making
Live Jazz Performances
Lawn Games
Giant Uno, Connect Four, Jenga
Bubble Artist
Go-Go Dance Workshop
2 PM - 3 PM
Beat Ya Feet
Learn to DJ
Open Green Space
Caricutures
Interactive Art Zones
House Dance Workshop
3PM-5PM
Flower Crown Creation
Spring Mocktails
Face Painting
Double Dutch
Hip Hop Dance Workshops
4-5 PM
WBL Academy
Graffiti Wall
Leave your mark
Outdoor Community Experience
Hula Hoop
Live Mural Painting
Artists: Shiro and RiiisaBoogie
Popping & Boogie Dance Workshop
4PM-5PM
Record a Live Podcast
Free Tickets
Jazz & Blossoms Event Map
Know Before you go
Accessibility
· ASL interpretation during live performances by Joyful Signing.
· Accessible restrooms available onsite.
· Reserved seating available for elders.
Zero Waste, Real Community
We’re keeping Jazz & Blossoms zero waste. Use the stations, sort it right, and help us keep Franklin Park clean for everyone. Let’s work together to reduce our carbon footprint and keep our community healthy.
Volunteer at Jazz & Blossoms
Volunteers help keep our festivals free. Give back to your community and sign up to volunteer with us.
Listen to the Official Jazz & Blossoms Playlist
Get ready for the Jazz & Blossoms free concert and park jam with our official playlist featuring the songs we are excited to experience live on stage.
Jazz & Blossoms Through the Years
Jazz & Blossoms 2026 Sponsors & Partners
