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With a short blooming season, many believe Cherry Blossoms symbolize the fleeting beauty of life. It is also the national flower of Japan. Join us for a “hanami” or Cherry Blossom viewing as you stroll or picnic in the Upper Meadow.
Travel to Japan through sight, taste and sound with picnic bento (lunch) boxes for sale by Okamoto Kitchen and live performances throughout the afternoon, including Taiko, Ukulele, and Traditional Japanese Dancing.
The Garden opens at 9:00 a.m. and the Cherry Blossom Festival begins at 11:00 a.m. ending at 4:00 p.m.
The festival is designed to celebrate the Cherry Blossom, the national flower of Japan. At this year’s festival you can expect food, beer and wine, picnicking, performances, guided tours, self-guided tours of the blossoms, crafts and activities for the kids, and enjoying the Garden.
The festival is free with Garden admission or membership. Admission is as follows:
- Foundation Members: FREE (bring your member ID for quicker entry)
- Adults: $9
- Seniors (62 and over): $6
- Students (with ID): $6
- Children (5 – 12): $4
- Children (4 and under): FREE
This event happens rain or shine.
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How to Register?
The festival is free with Garden admission or membership. Admission is as follows:
- Foundation Members: FREE (bring your member ID for quicker entry)
- Adults: $9
- Seniors (62 and over): $6
- Students (with ID): $6
- Children (5 – 12): $4
- Children (4 and under): FREE
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