Joy Wang, 7News morning reporter, got a special behind-the-scenes look at the National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade. (7News)

7News' Kellye Lynn speaks one-on-one with Diana Mayhew, President of the National Cherry Blossom Festival, about Saturday's kite festival.

The 2025 National Cherry Blossom Festival kicked off Thursday morning.

The National Cherry Blossom Festival is in peak bloom! As the countdown continues to the parade, the CEO talks about the highlights of the event. (7News)

Kellye Lynn got a chance to speak with Diana Mayhew, the President of the Blossom Kite Festival, ahead of the event.

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Spring is coming... Wednesday is the start of meteorological spring. National Cherry Blossom Festival leaders will announce Cherry Blossom peak bloom dates.