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Cherry Blossom Festival Unveils Themed Metro Trains and Cards

3/21/2026

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The National Cherry Blossom Festival prompted Washington, D.C. to launch cherry blossom-themed Metro trains and SmartTrip cards.
One train and three buses decorated with cherry blossom artwork will operate through April.
The National Park Service expects peak bloom between March 29 and April 1.
Metro urges visitors to use transit to ease traffic around the Tidal Basin.
Special edition SmartTrip cards featuring cherry blossom artwork are available today.

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The National Cherry Blossom Festival prompted Washington, D.C. to launch cherry blossom-themed Metro trains and SmartTrip cards.
One train and three buses decorated with cherry blossom artwork will operate through April.
The National Park Service expects peak bloom between March 29 and April 1.
Metro urges visitors to use transit to ease traffic around the Tidal Basin.
Special edition SmartTrip cards featuring cherry blossom artwork are available today.