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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.

Bloom watch

The cherry trees are blooming. Now is a great time to see the trees.

Watch live cam

Follow the blossoms on social media

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graphic of the cherry blossom phases showing that the trees are just starting to bloom

 

 

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.

Download campus map

Tree safety

Please do not climb the trees, or shake or break off their branches. Let’s protect them so everyone can enjoy them!

Learn about the trees

 

Did you know?

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

The story of the UW's blossoms

 #UWcherryblossoms

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Explore more

UW Botanic Gardens

UW botanic gardens

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

Visit the gardens

UW Visitor Center

front of UW Visitor Center

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

Visit the center

Cherry blossom merchandise

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

See the collection

2026 U District Cherry Blossom Festival

graphical depiction of U-District in blues, whites and pinks with Mt. Rainier in the background and giant cherry blossoms in the sky.

The fifth annual U District Cherry Blossom Festival returns March 13–29. Explore cherry- and blossom-themed food, drink and retail specials across the neighborhood at over 80 participating businesses.

Visit the festival