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The 2026 Shillong Cherry Blossom Festival will take place on November 20 and 21 in Bhoirymbong, Meghalaya, featuring headline acts Nelly, Khalid, Galantis, Boys Like Girls and Swae Lee. The lineup was announced on October 27 at Ward’s Lake, with performances spread across two days at Madan Kurkalang, including Indian and regional artists alongside international stars. The festival continues its tradition of bringing global music acts to Meghalaya, following previous editions that featured Akon, Jason Derulo and Diplo.
Separately, Washington, D.C., is preparing for the 100th National Cherry Blossom Festival in 2027, expanding celebrations beyond the Tidal Basin to include the entire district. A new event called Night in Bloom will debut on April 2 along the Navy Yard Waterfront, featuring illuminated sculptures created through community workshops. Artist Chris Pyrate, known for his cherry blossom-themed work, will contribute official artwork incorporating local symbols like the Big Chair, mumbo sauce and Chuck Brown.
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