Silicon Valley Realtor Nancy Dinshaw

Hanami at Hakone Night Viewing
2023-03-30 17:30 - 21:30, 2023-03-31 17:30 - 21:30, 2023-04-03 17:30 - 21:30, 2023-04-04 17:30 - 21:30, 2023-04-05 17:30 - 21:30, 2023-04-06 17:30 - 21:30, 2023-04-07 17:30 - 21:30, 2023-04-10 17:30 - 21:30 (America/Los_Angeles) and 4 more dates | Hakone Estate and Gardens, 21000 Big Basin Way, Saratoga, CA, 95070
Hanami is the practice or custom of viewing cherry blossoms when they are in full bloom. What better place to experience Hanami than at Hakone Estate and Gardens in Saratoga. The gardens are a fascinating place to visit any time of the year, but come alive during the cherry blossom season.
Hanami at Hakone Night Viewing, presented by NETGEAR, will run from March 20, 2023, through April 14, 2023. This year's event will be open on weeknights only.
You must purchase tickets. No walk-ins. Ticket sales start on March 4th. Tickets are $15 for the evenings of March 20 - 23, and $16 thereafter, and are available online at hakone.com. For questions, contact the Gift Shop at (408) 741-4994.

Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival 2023
2023-04-08 11:00 - 18:00, 2023-04-09 11:00 - 18:00, 2023-04-15 11:00 - 18:00, 2023-04-16 11:00 - 18:00 | Japantown Peace Plaza, 1610 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA, 94115
Welcome to the Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival®, one of California’s most prominent celebrations of Asian traditions and the largest Cherry Blossom Festival on the West coast. All are welcome to join in the festivities as we celebrate Japanese and Japanese American culture with you, live and in Person again!
Since 1968, the Festival serves to cultivate the continued alliance between Japan and the United States using culture as its bridge. Each year, over 220,000 people attend this dazzling display showcasing the vibrant colors and grace of the Japanese culture and the rich heritage and diversity of the Japanese American community.
This event is free and open to the public. Learn more at the Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival website.

Cupertino Cherry Blossom Festival
2023-04-29 10:00 - 17:30, 2023-04-30 10:00 - 17:30 | Cupertino Memorial Park, 21121 Stevens Creek Boulevard, Cupertino, CA, 95014
The 39th annual Cupertino Cherry Blossom Festival is back in person again! The festival will be held on two days, April 29th and April 30th, from 10 am to 5:30 pm. There are a variety of demonstrations and live performances to keep you enthralled, including:

Arts and Craft Vendors (Jewelry, Clothing, Home decor, and Japanese gifts)
Japanese Cultural Exhibits (Ikebana, Swords, Bonsai, Suiseki, Koi)
Delicious Japanese Food (Sushi, Teriyaki Chicken, Takoyaki, Gyoza, Beer, Sake)
Live Entertainment (Taiko Drums, Dancing, Martial Arts, Musical groups)
Children's Activities and Play Area (Petting Zoo, Pony Rides, Fun Activities)
Japanese Cultural Demonstration (Tea Ceremony, Origami, Calligraphy, Soroban)

Admission is free. Parking is also free at De Anza College Parking Lots A and B. For more information, visit: Cupertino Cherry Blossom Festival.

Capture the Golden Garden at Filoli
2024-04-05 17:00 - 20:00, 2024-04-06 17:00 - 20:00, 2024-04-12 17:00 - 20:00, 2024-04-13 17:00 - 20:00, 2024-04-19 17:00 - 20:00, 2024-04-20 17:00 - 20:00 | CA
Filoli invites visitors to experience its enchanting spring evenings! Revel in the sight of vibrant tulips, blossoming fruit trees, and the stunning sunset, which beautifully showcases nature's splendor during the Golden Hour. Take a twilight hike along the trail or participate in a complimentary Bulb Talk led by Filoli’s Interpretive staff. For refreshments, the Quail Cafe and Vegetable Garden Bar offer a delightful selection of food and drinks.
Golden hour tickets are made available weekly for the subsequent four weeks. Secure your tickets now by clicking here.

Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival 2024
2024-04-13, 2024-04-14, 2024-04-20, 2024-04-21 | Japantown Peace Plaza, 1610 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA, 94115
The Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival® stands as one of California’s most prominent celebrations of Asian traditions, and it holds the distinction of being the largest Cherry Blossom Festival on the West Coast. All individuals are invited to partake in the festivities, where they can immerse themselves in the vibrant tapestry of Japanese and Japanese American culture, now experienced in person once more.
Support for the Festival comes in various forms: individuals can contribute as sponsors, volunteers, or attendees of this beloved Japanese American community event. Notably, the event remains free and accessible to the public.
Since its inception in 1968, the Festival has played a pivotal role in nurturing the enduring bond between Japan and the United States, with culture serving as its cornerstone. Drawing in crowds exceeding 220,000 annually, the Festival showcases a spectacular array of colors and the graceful essence of Japanese culture, while also highlighting the rich heritage and diversity of the Japanese American community.
Learn more at the Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival website.

40th Annual Cupertino Cherry Blossom Festival 2024
2024-04-27 10:00 - 17:30, 2024-04-28 10:00 - 17:30 | Cupertino Memorial Park, 21121 Stevens Creek Boulevard, Cupertino, CA, 95014
The 40th Cupertino Cherry Blossom Festival is scheduled to take place at the Cupertino Memorial Park on April 27th and April 28th, 2024. Enjoy free admission and free parking.
At the 2024 annual Cherry Blossom Festival, visitors will have the opportunity to explore an array of attractions, including arts and crafts vendors. They can also immerse themselves in Japanese cultural exhibits featuring Ikebana, swords, bonsai, Suiseki, and koi. Live entertainment, such as Taiko drum performances, dancers, martial arts demonstrations, and live music, will captivate audiences. Additionally, attendees can savor delectable Japanese cuisine, engage in children's activities, and enjoy a play area featuring a petting zoo and pony rides. Moreover, Japanese cultural demonstrations, including tea ceremonies, origami, calligraphy, and Soroban, will offer enriching experiences for all.
For more information, please click here.
