Back this year, the annual Cherry Blossom Window Contest adds festivity to the celebration of blooms throughout the city and most impressively on the nearby Quad at The University of Washington.

In 2026, twenty U District businesses are participating in the contest, voting amongst themselves to choose their favorite blossom-themed window display! Voting is happening this week, stay tuned for the winning window to be announced and make your way around the neighborhood to enjoy the decorated storefronts.

Arepa Venezuelan Kitchen

Master Bing

Boba Up

Cafe on the Ave

Cheba Hut

Danaca Design

Davis Optical

Fancy Plants

Gargoyles Statuary

Cafe Happy

Magus Books

Muddy Waters Coffee Company

Nook & Cranny Books

Pi Vegan Pizzeria

Shiga's Imports

Sizzle & Crunch

Sweet Alchemy Ice Creamery

University Book Store

The Woolly Mammoth

Egg Street

Photos by Alabastro Photography, 2026