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.
Free Activities
All Ages Event
Open Green Space
Haiku Writing
Live Mural Painting
Graffiti Wall
Leave your mark
Learn to DJ
Live Hip-Hop Performances
Spring Mocktails
Origami Station
African Drum Circle
Record a Live Podcast
Live Jazz Performances
Caricutures
Face Painting
Interactive Art Zones
Double Dutch
Outdoor Community Experience
Lawn Games
Giant Uno, Connect Four, Jenga
Bubble Artist
Hula Hoop
Beat Making
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.
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
