The 2025 U District Cherry Blossom Festival is timed for peak bloom.
If you’re planning to make the annual pilgrimage to Seattle’s University of Washington to see the cherry blossoms bloom this spring, don’t miss the U District Cherry Blossom Festival. This year’s festival will be March 21 to April 6 in Seattle’s University District. It is timed to coincide with the peak bloom of the University’s cherry blossoms. Over 80 participating U District businesses will have cherry blossom and cherry-themed food, drinks, and shopping specials for you to explore!
Note: this festival is not to be confused with the Seattle Cherry Blossom & Japanese Cultural Festival that takes place at Seattle Center in April.
Read on for more details!
The U District Cherry blossom festival is made up of 80+ participating businesses in the neighborhood. It’s a great way to show some support to local businesses while enjoying the beauty of the University’s blooming cherry blossoms for free.
On any day between March 21 and April 6, you can treat yourself to food, drinks, and shopping before or after viewing the cherry blossoms in the University’s quad. Some of the participating businesses are offering retail discounts, while others are concocting limited-time cherry blossom treats.
All of the participating businesses are within a 15-minute walk from the University of Washington. There is a festival map you can consult.
Below we’ve highlighted the special menu items and discounts being offered by featured businesses this year.
Featured businesses:
- Boba Up (4141 University Way NE) is offering a limited-time Pink Blossom with Vanilla Ice Cream slushie drink, plus a free plush toy with a $14+ purchase.
- Master Bing (4537A University Way NE) is offering a limited-time Cherry Blossom Jianbing (a Chinese savory crepe).
- Shiga’s Imports (4306 University Way NE) is offering a 20% discount on cherry blossom-themed items.
- Sip House (5001 Brooklyn Ave NE) is offering a limited-time Cherry Blossom Frappe.
- Sizzle & Crunch (1313 NE 42nd St) is offering a limited-time Sakura Green Tea.
- Sweet Alchemy Ice Creamery (4301 University Way NE) is offering limited-time Sakura Ice Cream and Cherry Blossom-Themed Pastries.
For more information, you can visit the event website or follow along on Instagram for updates.
U District Cherry Blossom Festival
When: Friday, March 21 to Sunday, April 6, 2025
Where: University District
Cost: Free admission (participating vendor prices vary)