Visiting Campus: Seattle in the Spring

Springtime in Seattle

UW Parent & Family Programs | Seasonal Visiting Guide | Spring 2026

Planning to visit your Husky this spring? Seattle comes alive with cherry blossoms, baseball, and longer days. Here are a few ideas to enhance your trip—from the iconic Quad to Husky Ballpark.

Quick Links: Cherry Blossom Status | Hotel Discounts | Admitted Student Day | Visitor’s Center

Cherry Blossoms at the Quad

The Quad’s Yoshino cherry trees are approximately 90 years old and bring thousands of visitors each spring. Peak bloom typically occurs mid-March to early April, depending on weather. Follow #UWcherryblossoms for updates!

Best times to visit: Early morning (before 9 AM) or late afternoon (after 4 PM) for best light and fewer crowds. Weekdays are less crowded than weekends. Please don’t climb or shake the trees.

Check Bloom Status | Live Cam | Campus Map | U District Festival

Husky Baseball & Softball

Make it a Blooms & Baseball weekend! Our friends at UW Athletics created discounted ticket links for UW families.

⚾ Baseball Tickets | 🥎 Softball Tickets

More Spring Ideas

🚣 Montlake in May: Rent a canoe or kayak at the Waterfront Activities Center for a lakeside tour. Visit the UW Arboretum for more blooms, or catch the Windermere Cup regatta!

🌷 Tulips in April: Day trip to the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival (one hour from campus). Runs April 1–30, blooms depend on Mother Nature.

🛍️ Cherry Blossom Gear: Get your cherry blossom apparel at the University Book Store!

Where to Stay

Spring is a beautiful time to visit campus! These partner hotels offer courtesy rates for current and prospective UW families:

Near campus: University Inn (0.5 mi, free breakfast) | Graduate Seattle (0.3 mi, Husky-themed) | Watertown Hotel (0.4 mi, bike rentals) | Residence Inn U-District (0.6 mi, extended stay)

View UW Family Hotel Rates

Key Dates

Spring Quarter: March 30 – June 5, 2026 | Admitted Student Day: April 4, 2026 | Memorial Day: May 25, 2026 | Finals Week: June 6–12, 2026