As winter gives way into spring, thousands of pink buds will begin peeking out of cherry trees across Metro Vancouver creating a colourful canopy over local streets. As a way to welcome these blooms, the Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival has a number of city-wide events to celebrate the arrival of the season, including Sakura Days Japan Festival.
Yaletown Pop-Up
Where? Bill Curtis Square,1198 Mainland Street, Vancouver, BC, V6P 3X2
When? Wednesday, March 26th, 2025
Admission? Free
A portable pavilion offering a variety of performances, activities and community meeting spaces for celebrating spring and cherry blossoms.
Blossoms After Dark
Where? David Lam Park,1300 Pacific Boulevard, Vancouver, BC, V6Z 2Y1
When? Friday, March 28th, Saturday, March 29th, Sunday, March 30th, 2025
Admission? Free
Take an evening walk beneath an illuminated canopy of cherry trees, with music, food and photo opportunities.
The Big Picnic
Where? David Lam Park,1300 Pacific Boulevard, Vancouver, BC, V6Z 2Y1
When? Saturday, March 29th, 2025
Admission? Free
Take part in the “hanami” — Japanese for flower viewing — to enjoy a picnic lunch under 100 akebono trees. As a family-friendly event, participate in origami, crafts, haiku, yoga, or grab a treat from the food trucks.
Blossom Block Party
Where? Dunsmuir Patio at Bentall Centre,1055 Dunsmuir Street, Vancouver, BC, V7X 1L4
When? Saturday, April 5th, 2025
Admission? Free
Dance downtown with live music, grab a drink or connect with the community in this afternoon party.
West End Pop-Up
Where? Jim Deva Plaza,1200 Bute Street, Vancouver, BC, V6E 1N3
When? Sunday, April 6th, 2025
Admission? Free
A portable pavilion offering a variety of performances, activities and community meeting spaces for celebrating spring and cherry blossoms.
Sakura Days Japan Fair
Where? VanDusen Botanical Gardens, 5251 Oak Street, Vancouver, BC, V6M 4H1
When? Saturday, April 12th and Sunday, April 13th, 2025
Admission? Paid entry required
The ultimate Japanese celebration of the delicate sakura, with cultural performances, cuisine, family-friendly crafts and shopping.
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