Tidal Basin Welcome Area & Performance Stage Hosted with the National Park Service

Witness peak bloom at the Tidal Basin in Washington, DC, while also experiencing entertainment representing Japanese, American, and other cultures!

Live performances among the blossoms at the Tidal Basin celebrate the longstanding friendship between the U.S. and Japan with a dynamic, cross-cultural mix of American, Japanese, and other performing arts. This year, we are expecting over 100 performances on the ANA Stage. Get ready to experience a variety of genres: Americana,  Bluegrass, Country, Jazz, Pop, R&B, and Rock. Expect a diverse array of dance styles and performances, including Japanese, Eastern European, Colombian, Indian, Flamenco, Tap and Clogging, Zumba, and double dutch!

Welcome Area is open 10 AM – 6 PM. Performances are featured on the ANA stage from 12 – 6 PM during Peak Bloom, rain or shine.

Schedule:

Passport DC Preview Day

12:00pm - 12:30pm: Indonesia

12:30pm - 2:00pm: Eurasia

2:00pm - 3:00pm: Latin / Hispanic

3:00pm - 4:00pm: Azerbaijan

4:00pm - 6:00pm: Fiesta Asia