Stay tuned for the 2026 Schedule of Activities!

🌸 Activites & Fireworks:

4pm-8pm — Listen to live music on multiple stages.
4pm-8pm — Familiy fun activities throughout The Wharf 
8pm — A Blossom Fireworks Finale

🌸 Performance Lineup:

Dance along to some of DC’s favorite bands all day long on our Piers. Stay tuned for the 2026 music lineup!

What date is the Bloomaroo event?
Bloomaroo is on Saturday, March 28, 2026.

Do I need a ticket?
Bloomaroo at The Wharf is FREE to attend; no tickets are needed. Drinks are available for purchase at designated event bars and at all Wharf bars and restaurants. You must be 21+ to consume alcohol.

What activities are there at the event?
Bloomaroo has a full lineup of music, activities and experiences throughout the day:

🌸 Listen to live music on outdoor stages throughout The Wharf.
🌸 Visit the face painters.
🌸 Sip on cherry blossom-themed cocktails from the Blossom Bars and Wharf restaurants.
🌸 Kids can create cherry blossom crafts and get a balloon animal. 
🌸 Watch a dazzling blossom fireworks finale over the Washington Channel.
🌸 Stay tuned for more blossom themed fun!

What activities will you have for kids and families?
The whole Bloomaroo event is free and family-friendly. Stay tuned to hear about more blossom fun!

Is this event pet-friendly?
Pets are allowed in outdoor spaces throughout The Wharf and the festival area. However, we do expect very large crowds during the event, outdoor areas may be hot or cold, and there is a fireworks show, so please plan ahead for your pet's comfort and safety. The recommended pet relief area is Benjamin Banneker Park near 9th and Maine Ave SW.

Are there any cherry blossom drink specials?
Restaurants and bars at The Wharf are offering their own cherry blossom-inspired cocktails, desserts and more! Stay tuned to hear about this year's blossom cocktails.

Will there be live music?
Bloomaroo will have a variety of music on ourdoor stages at The Wharf. Stay tuned for the music lineup!

Will there be fireworks?
Fireworks will be shot off from a barge in the Washington Channel at 8pm.

What is the best way to get to The Wharf?Can I bring my camera?
The Wharf has three underground parking garages that are open around the clock. Check our garages' capacity before you arrive. Or plan to utilize one of the nearby off-site parking garages (view PDF map), including Ace Parking at L’Enfant Plaza (420 10th St SW), L'Enfant East Parking Garage (840 D St SW), or the 1100 4th St SW Garage.

You can also ride the Metro to Waterfront Station and walk 5 minutes to The Wharf, or ride to L’Enfant Plaza and connect to The Wharf on the free Southwest Shuttle. Or consider taking Bikeshare.

What happens if it rains?
A few sprinkles can’t keep us down. Unless the weather poses a hazard, the event will happen rain or shine.

Where are the public bathrooms at The Wharf?
Public restrooms are located throughout The Wharf at the Fish Market, Transit Pier, 800 Water Street, in the Oculus, and at The Terrace. 

Can I bring chairs and coolers?
Chairs and coolers are not permitted at The Wharf at any time. Learn more about The Wharf’s Code of Conduct.

Can I drink alcohol outdoors?
In the District of Columbia, it is against the law to consume alcohol in public, including in the streets, parks, and piers at The Wharf. At The Wharf, you may only consume alcohol inside restaurants, within restaurants' licensed patio areas, or within the licensed event footprint on District Pier. No outside alcohol is permitted.

Can I bring my camera?
Guests are permitted to bring cameras and video equipment to The Wharf, provided that they are for personal use only. Cameras with a lens longer than six (6) inches may not be brought to events at The Wharf, except by credentialed media. While taking photographs, guests are not permitted to stand in the aisles, portals, or walkways, or to obstruct others from viewing the event. Monopods, tripods, and selfie sticks are not permitted at The Wharf. If you’re interested in a photo pass, please contact info@wharfdc.com. Please note that priority is given to established media outlets.