Arts & Entertainment

Cherry Blossom Festival in Bloom

The second-annual Cherry Blossom Festival is in full bloom Saturday and Sunday at . Here is a list of weekend events:

  • Cherry Blossom Walks
    Saturday-Sunday | 11:30 a.m. & 1:30 p.m. | Center Circle
    Meet the nine types of flowering cherries in the Descanso landscape, as well as their equally lovely blooming relatives, all members of the genus Prunus. Brian Sullivan, horticulture and garden operations director, leads the Saturday walks. Descanso Curator Wen Wang takes over on Sunday. Free with admission.
  • Japanese Story Time
    Saturday | 11:30 a.m. | Japanese Garden
    Immerse yourself in the fantastic world of traditional Japanese tales. These stories are populated by magical teakettles, long-nosed goblins, and a host of other imaginative characters. Free with admission.
  • Japanese Music
    Saturday-Sunday | noon | Under the Oaks Theater
    Capital Guitar performs Japanese pop music on Sautrday. Yukari Black presents traditional music with an updated flair on Sunday. Free with admission. 
  • Camellia Lounge ”Appetizer”
    Saturday-Sunday | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Japanese Garden

    Summer’s popular Camellia Lounge makes a special appearance at the festival. Sample savory dishes from the Land of the Rising Sun. And get a preview of the signature cocktails that will toast the summer months.
  • Easy Origami for Children
    Sunday | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Japanese Garden
    Learn to create simple and beautiful paper treasures while practicing an ancient Japanese handicraft. Free with admission.


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