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Sakura Matsuri
May 2–May 3, 2009 |10 a.m.–6 p.m. | Rain or Shine* | Free with Admission
Sakura Matsuri, New York City's “rite of spring,” marks its 28th year with over 60 events and performances celebrating Japanese culture and the blossoming of BBG's cherry trees.
Visitors to the weekend-long Cherry Blossom Festival can enjoy contemporary and traditional Japanese music and dance, taiko drumming, ikebana flower arranging, Japanese DJs, presentations on Japanese manga art, tea ceremonies, and workshops for all ages.
Free with Garden admission.
*In case of rain, events will be moved to sheltered locations.
Flowering Cherry, Prunus 'Kanzan'. Photo by Medi Blum