Events
Greater Columbus Cherry Blossom Festival
Join Central Ohio to celebrate the spectacular blossoms of more than 100 cherry trees in Franklin Park, Columbus, OH
(Inspired by the National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington DC.)
Honorary Chairs: Former Ohio Governor Bob Taft & Mrs. Hope Taft Master of Ceremonies: Angela An, WBNS 10TV
Main Celebration (IVO) - Saturday, April 8, 2023, 11 am – 7 pm
Franklin Park grounds & Adventure Center, 1755 E. Broad St., Columbus, OH 43203
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:
- Call of Japanese Drums 11 am & 3 pm, Amphitheatre; Taiko Workshop, 11:30 am Flag Raising and Welcome Ceremony, 12:30 pm
- Cultural displays, entertainment, interactive activities, 12 - 5:30 pm, Adventure Center
- Bridges to Peace, 5:30 pm; 31st Peace Garden Anniversary Closing Celebration, 6 pm
*Other Citywide Greater Columbus Cherry Blossom Festival Events
April 1-Tree Planting, Bexley
April 2- Community Day@Franklin Park Conservatory, 1777 E Broad St., Columbus 43202
April 3 - Cherry Blossom Festival, Upper Arlington Mallway, 5pm - a community and schools event. see flyerApril 9- 17th Annual Spring Festival, 1-5 pm@Ohio Union, The Ohio State University, 1739 N High St, Columbus, OH 43210. see flyer
HANAMI “flower viewing” in Franklin Park- sunrise to sunset. Bring a picnic and enjoy!
Peace Garden Clean Up
June, 2023 TBA
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