Cherry Blossom Festival 2013
Cherry Blossom Festival 2013
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Cherry Blossom Festival 2013
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Cherry Blossom Festival 2013
Saturday, April 27-Sunday, April 28 2013
Participate in New York City’s “rite of spring” at Sakura Matsuri, a phenomenal weekend at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden celebrating Japanese culture with over 60 events and performances.
Hanami at BBG is a month-long celebration from April 2 to May 1 that celebrates the Japanese cultural tradition of enjoying each moment of the cherry blossom season.
Hanami culminates in the two-day Sakura Matsuri cherry blossom festival. Visitors of all ages can enjoy a weekend celebrating traditional and contemporary Japanese culture.
Enjoy contemporary and traditional Japanese music and dance, taiko drumming, ikebana flower arranging, Japanese DJs, presentations on the art of manga, tea ceremonies, and workshops for all ages.
Location
Hours
Saturday, April 27 – 11:00am-6:00pm
Sunday, April 28 – 11:00am-6:00pm
Admission
Adults – $15
Seniors (65 and over) – $10
Students 12+ (with valid ID) – $10
Children under 12 – Free
BBG Members – Free
Directions
By Subway: 2 or 3 to Eastern Pkwy, Brooklyn Museum or the Q to Prospect Park.
By Bus: B41, B47, B48 or B71.
Contact
Email: visitorservicesATbbgDOTorg
Phone: +1 718 623 7200
Fax: +1 718 857 2430
http://www.bbg.org/