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Cherry Blossoms

Find out when the UW’s iconic cherry trees are in bloom, plan your visit to campus to see them — and learn more about the picture-perfect blossoms.

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Bloom watch

Cherry blossom season is officially complete.
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Visiting information

Ride the Link light rail, take the bus or come by bike to avoid heavy traffic congestion.

Travel to campus

Find the blossoms

The main attraction is on — or near — the Quad in the heart of campus.

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Tree safety

Please do not climb the trees, or shake or break off their branches.

Learn about the trees

 

Did you know?

The Quad’s signature Yoshino cherry trees are approximately 90 years old and were originally set in a grove at the Washington Park Arboretum. In early 1962, the University transplanted the trees to their current spot, bringing thousands of visitors to campus each spring to witness their rosy bloom.

More about the UW's blossoms

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Enjoy social posts about the UW cherry blossoms using #UWcherryblossoms. Profile links open in a new browser tab.

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UW Botanic Gardens

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Explore the trails, gardens and natural areas of the Washington Park Arboretum and the Center for Urban Horticulture.

Visit the gardens

UW Visitor Center

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Learn more about the UW and get resources at the Visitor Center, open 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday–Friday.

Learn more

Cherry blossom merchandise

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Get your cherry blossom apparel and gifts at University Book Store.

See the collection

2025 U District Cherry Blossom Festival

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The fourth annual U District Cherry Blossom Festival returns March 21–April 6. Explore cherry- and blossom-themed food, drink and retail specials across the neighborhood at over 80 participating businesses. 

Visit the festival