Watch DC's Cherry Blossoms Live Amid Coronavirus Cancellations

WASHINGTON, DC — Organizers of the National Cherry Blossom Festival earlier this month announced some events scheduled during the festival's three-week run had been canceled or postponed. But, just because events have been canceled doesn't mean lovers of springtime can't revel in D.C.'s pink blossoms.

This year, the Trust for the National Mall and its partners — the National Park Service and The National Cherry Blossom Festival — have created a livestream capturing the trees during their "peak bloom" times, letting anyone with an internet connection enjoy the blooms.

The National Mall is relying on its partner, EarthCam, to provide #BloomCam, a 24/7 live look at the blooming trees.

Click here to access the livestream.

Earlier this month, the DC Department of Health and DC Mayor Muriel Bowser respectively banned the gathering of large groups and declared a state of emergency as cases of the new coronavirus continued to grow.

In light of the declarations, the Pink Tie Party set for March 20 was postponed. A new date for the event has not been set.

The Opening Ceremony at Warner Theater, the Blossom Kite Festival and the Tidal Basin Welcome Area have all been cancelled.

"It is a difficult decision and one that we do not take lightly," said Diana Mayhew, president and CEO of the National Cherry Blossom Festival. "The health and safety of the performers, guests, volunteers and festival staff is our priority. We have been working closely with the city government, [World Health Organization] and [Centers for Disease Control and Prevention] as well as our partners to determine the best course of action."

The National Cherry Blossom Festival runs from March 20 to April 12.

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