Hakone Gardens Hanami Night Viewing
2026-03-23 18:00 - 21:30, 2026-03-24 18:00 - 21:30, 2026-03-25 18:00 - 21:30, 2026-03-26 18:00 - 21:30, 2026-03-27 18:00 - 21:30, 2026-03-28 18:00 - 21:30, 2026-03-29 18:00 - 21:30, 2026-03-30 18:00 - 21:30 (America/Los_Angeles) and 4 more dates | Hakone Estate and Gardens, 21000 Big Basin Way, Saratoga, CA, 95070
Experience the ethereal beauty of illuminated cherry blossoms after dark. This special night viewing features over 40 flowering trees lit against the backdrop of the historic estate. Tickets are separate from daytime admission and often sell out quickly due to limited capacity. For more information, click here.

Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival
2026-04-11 11:00 - 18:00, 2026-04-12 11:00 - 18:00, 2026-04-18 11:00 - 18:00, 2026-04-19 11:00 - 18:00 | CA
One of California's most spectacular cultural events, this festival celebrates Japanese heritage and the blooming of the cherry blossoms over two weekends. The festivities culminate in the Grand Parade on Sunday, April 19, which is set to feature special guest comedian Atsuko Okatsuka. Enjoy traditional music, dance, and a massive array of food vendors in the heart of SF's historic Japantown. For more information, click here.

SF Cherry Blossom Festival
2026-04-11 11:00 - 18:00, 2026-04-12 11:00 - 18:00, 2026-04-18 11:00 - 18:00, 2026-04-19 11:00 - 18:00 | Japantown San Francisco, Post St & Buchanan St, San Francisco, CA, 94115
One of California's most iconic cultural celebrations, this festival honors the blooming of the cherry blossoms and Japanese heritage. Spanning two weekends, the event features traditional music, martial arts, and a massive food bazaar. The festivities culminate in the Grand Parade on Sunday, April 19, a spectacular procession through the streets of San Francisco. For more information, click here.

Cupertino Cherry Blossom Festival
2026-04-25 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-26 10:00 - 17:00 | Cupertino Memorial Park, 21121 Stevens Creek Boulevard, Cupertino, CA, 95014
Celebrate Cupertino’s sister-city relationship with Toyokawa, Japan, at this beautiful lakeside festival. This family-friendly event features outdoor taiko drumming, martial arts demonstrations, and cultural exhibits like Ikebana and Bonsai. Kids will love the dedicated children’s zone and the peaceful atmosphere of the cherry trees in bloom. For more information, click here.

Nikkei Matsuri Festival
2026-04-26 10:00 - 17:00 | Japantown San Jose, North 5th Street and Jackson Street, San Jose, CA, 95112
San Jose's Japantown comes alive for this one-day cultural extravaganza. Nikkei Matsuri showcases the rich history of the Japanese-American community with multiple stages of live entertainment, a huge artisan marketplace, and some of the best festival food in the South Bay. It is a vibrant, community-run event that perfectly captures the spirit of spring. For more information, click here.
