Greater Columbus Cherry Blossom Festival features events through the city

Inspired by the National Cherry Blossom Festival, Central Ohio now celebrates cherry blossom season with Greater Columbus Cherry Blossom Festival citywide, from March 25- April 25, 2026. 

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Greater Columbus Cherry Blossom Festival

Inspired by the The National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, D.C., Columbus celebrates cherry blossoms for an entire month with FREE events around the city from March 25-April 25, 2026.

The 2026 theme is “Peace Begins With Me”. See full details here. 

Cherry Blossom Festival Food & Drink Trail

March 25-April 25, 2026. Enjoy flavors inspired by Japan at participant locations on the Cherry Blossom Festival Food & Drink Trail. Check each location’s website for opening days and hours. 

Step Afrika!’s The Evolution Tour

Wednesday, March 25 at 7:30 pm
Fuses groundbreaking step choreography with the vibrant soundscape of a live DJ. As the world’s leading authority on the art form of stepping, Step Afrika! pushes the boundaries of stepping, blending tradition with innovation to create an unforgettable, high-energy experience. $25 with code BLOSSOM. Purchase here. 
Southern Theatre, 21 E Main St, Columbus, OH 43215

Lights of Hope: A Celebration of Deep Griha and 65 Years of Peace Corps.

Friday, March 27 from 6-8 pm
At this annual fundraising dinner for Deep Griha, learn more about this outreach non-profit organization in Pune, India that serves children, women and senior citizens. The program will also help celebrate the 65 years of the United States Peace Corps. Find out more about Peace Corps and what helps it stay a vital contributor to peace and cultural understanding.
$30 includes the dinner. Register through this link by March 25.
Wing Grace Hall at First Community North, 3777 Dublin Road

Ohio University Sakura Matsuri

Saturday, March 28 from 12 pm – 4 pm
Free! Japanese calligraphy, Japanese dance performance, Kendo (Japanese sword) demonstration, food (onigiri, yakitori, dango), information about the Cherry Bombs (women’s baseball team).
Tailgreat Park, 97 Richland Ave., Athens

International Peace Museum in Dayton

Fridays/Saturdays through Saturday, April 4.  Visit the only Peace Museum in the U.S. The current temporary exhibit is “Ordinary Lives.” The exhibit traces “Palestinian life as a continue thread of ritual, family and everyday beauty.” Check out the museum’s website for more information. The museum is open Fridays and Saturdays. Admission $5.
International Peace Museum, 10 N. Ludlow St., Dayton, Ohio.

Cherry Blossom Festival IVO opening event at Franklin Park

Saturday, April 4 from 11 am – 4 pm
Commemoration of Peace Garden and Cherry Trees plaque, exhibits, games, performances and scavenger hunt.
Franklin Park

JASCO Cherry Blossom Day at Franklin Park Conservatory

Sunday, April 5 from 10 am – 3 pm
First Sunday of the month is always free admission for Franklin County residents (must show proof). Details here.
Franklin Park Conservatory, 1777 E. Broad St

Free Community Day and more at Franklin Park Conservatory & Botanical Gardens

Upper Arlington Cherry Blossom Celebration

Monday, April 6, 2026 from 5 pm – 6:30 pm
Free program featuring UA High School students, local performers, and City officials. Crafts and activities will also be provided, courtesy of Asian American Community Services, Cover to Cover Books, and the Upper Arlington Public Library.

Upper Arlington. Mallway Park, 2096 Arlington Ave. 5-6:30 pm. 

Upper Arlington Cherry Blossom Celebration

Ikebana Workshop

Tuesday, April 7 from 11 am – 1 pm
Learn about Ikebana, the art of Japanese flower arranging that emphasizes harmony, balance and the beauty of plants. Create a flower arrangement with Michelle Rogers, Sogetsu teacher, Komon degree to take home.  Registration details; $25 fee for materials and instruction. 
Bexley Public Library, 2411 E. Main Street, Bexley

“Hanami” Traditions, Japanese Sister Cities and Tea Tasting

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 from 12-2 pm
Explore the ceremonial practices, histories, and philosophies behind Chinese ceremonial black tea and Japanese Sencha green tea. Also, learn about Japanese sister cities and their friendship with Ohio. $25/person includes lunch and tea tasting. RSVP by April 1.
D IE C ROOM 247, Ohio University Dublin Campus, 6805 Bobcat Way

IVO Cultural Show & Talent Contest

Saturday, April 11, 2026 from 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Haiku contest, dance and music performances and more. Free!
Northside Library, 1423 North High St. Columbus

“Peace Begins with Me” -Central Ohio Peace Corps and IVO Cultural Event

Sunday, April 12 from 1:30 pm – 4 pm
Create a Peace Puppet, Cherry Blossom Peace Fan, a Peace Pole, Wishing Tree, and enjoy exhibits, music and more. Free!
Martin Luther King Library, 1467 E. Long St, Columbus. 

Ikebana Showcase

Saturday, April 18 from 10:30 am to 4:30 pm
Enjoy arrangements by Ikebana International Chapter #84, kimonos of the Columbus Kimono Society, and pottery by Naoko Saihara. Japanese crafts will be for sale.
Yokoso Center, 1175 Old Henderson Rd.

Celebrate Cherry Blossoms and Worthington Sister City, Sayama, Japan

Saturday, April 25 from 1:30-3:30
Cherry blossom activities and Sister City presentation
Worthington Old Library 

More details about Columbus Cherry Blossom Festival

This festival provides so many opportunities to take in the beauty and cultural significance of cherry blossoms. Enjoy one, or many -but take lots of photos either way! 

Check the website and Facebook page for details. 

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