In D.C., the arrival of the cherry blossoms isn’t just a change in the weather—it’s the city’s pulse. For a few weeks every spring, our concrete jungle turns into a canopy of pink and white, reminding us that beauty and resilience go hand-in-hand.

2026 will mark the 114th anniversary of the arrival of the cherry blossom trees gifted from Japan to Washington D.C. This anniversary highlights the Potomac River and Cherry Blossom trees that create a stunning backdrop of our city and the Nation’s Capital. Nearly 4,000 cherry blossoms line the Potomac and attract more than a million visitors a year in early spring to see the trees in full bloom.

To the Spirit, these blooms represent the fleeting moment where preparation meets opportunity. Like the blossoms, we play with a grace that masks our strength. We wear the petals to honor the city that raised us and the fans who bloom with us, season after season.