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
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

*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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