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Central Ohio celebrated the spectacular blossoms of more than 100 cherry trees in Franklin Park, Columbus, OH on Saturday, April 13, 2024
- (Inspired by the National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington DC.)
- The Highlights (check out the 2024 flyer)
- Main Celebration (IVO) - Free Admission
- Saturday, April 13, 2024, 10 am – 5 pm
- Franklin Park grounds & Adventure Center, 1755 E. Broad St., Columbus, OH 43203
- (see below for other venues and dates) ***********************
- FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS.
- The 2024 theme was "Be a Friend"
- Honorary Chairs:
- Former Ohio Governor Bob Taft & Mrs. Hope Taft
- Master of Ceremonies: Angela An, WBNS 10TV
- SCHEDULE:
- 10:00 am: Drums Call & Taiko workshop
- 11:00 am: Adventure Center opens
- 11:40 am: Haru-No-Tomo from Japan Hiuchi Taiko
- 12:30 pm: Flag Raising & Welcome Ceremony 32nd Peace Garden Anniversary IVO Award Ceremony . Outstanding Volunteer & Governor Bob & Hope Taft Awards
- 4:30 pm: Bridges of Peace Dedication
- *Food Trucks open until 6 PM
- ENTERTAINMENT: Taiko, Koto, Soran Bushi, Awaodori, Okinawan Drum Dance, games & more
- CULTURAL DISPLAY/EXHIBITS: Ikebana, Bonsai, origami, anime, Hina dolls, Japanese toys, calligraphy, kite-making. kimonos, Wishing Tree & more
- FOOD TRUCKS: Japanese cuisine and others Free admission
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Citywide Greater Columbus Cherry Blossom Festival 2024 Events (Stay tuned for 2025)
* April 6: Opening, Virtual
*April 7: Spring Festival at Ohio State Worthington & JASCO at Franklin Park Conservatory, 1777 E Broad St., Columbus 43202
*April 8: Solar Eclipse
* April 9: Ramen Crawl
*April 10: Upper Arlington Festival
* April 11: Capital University
*April 12: Bexley Community
*April 14: HANAMI - “flower viewing” in Franklin Park- sunrise to sunset. Bring a picnic and enjoy!
Be a Friend All Year Long!
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” – Margaret Mead
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