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The Shelley Irwin Show

The 100th National Cherry Festival is this year

By Shelley Irwin

Published July 1, 2026 at 10:56 AM EDT

ED Kat Paye discusses this unique year and celebration.

The 100^th anniversary of the National Cherry Festival is upon us. This weekend is the formal kickoff of the week dedicated to the cherry. ED Kat Paye joins in to talk about this unique year and celebration.

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