Silicon Valley Realtor Nancy Dinshaw

57th Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival
2025-04-13 11:00 - 18:00, 2025-04-19 11:00 - 18:00, 2025-04-20 11:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Japantown Peace Plaza, 1610 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA, 94115
The 57th Annual Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival celebrates Japanese and Japanese American culture and heritage through vibrant performances, delicious food, and community traditions. This year is especially significant as it marks the final festival before the Peace Plaza undergoes renovations. The event also honors the legacy of Wayne Leong, a beloved member of the Executive Committee.
Organized by a diverse team led by Co-Chairs Yuki Nishimura and Matt Nagatomi, the festival thrives on the dedication of volunteers, sponsors, and community partners. Visitors can enjoy cultural performances, nonprofit food vendors, and the Grand Parade on April 21st. The festival welcomes all to join in this cherished celebration.

41st Annual Cupertino Cherry Blossom Festival
2025-04-26 10:00 - 17:30, 2025-04-27 10:00 - 17:30 | Cupertino Memorial Park, 21121 Stevens Creek Boulevard, Cupertino, CA, 95014
The 41st Annual Cupertino Cherry Blossom Festival will take place on April 26th and 27th, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM at Memorial Park in Cupertino. This vibrant celebration of Japanese culture features arts and crafts vendors, cultural exhibits, and traditional Japanese food, including sushi, gyoza, and teriyaki chicken. Visitors can enjoy live entertainment, such as taiko drumming, dancing, martial arts, and musical performances. The festival also offers children’s activities, including a petting zoo and pony rides, as well as cultural demonstrations like tea ceremonies, origami, and calligraphy.
Admission is free, with free parking available at De Anza College and Flint Center. Indoor events will be held at the Quinlan Center and Senior Center. Proceeds benefit the Cupertino-Toyokawa Sister Cities Program.
For more information, visit www.CupertinoCBF.org.
