Cherry Blossom Festival

FREE Family Event, held at Sakura Square in the heart of downtown Denver.

The festival celebrates the Japanese heritage and culture through live entertainment, food and drink, a marketplace and informative exhibits and demonstrations. Temple members add their special touch to the popular teriyaki chicken plate lunch and delicious Japanese sweets called manju. Adults can cool off with a refreshing craft beer or, for a real Japanese experience, try the sake – Kampai (“Cheers”)!

Our fine selections in the Japanese-themed marketplace will have you browsing through jewelry, anime, pottery, fine art, apparel and more. The marketplace will include informational booths representing Japanese and Japanese American organizations which are so vital to our community.

Kezurou-kai USA will be doing a hand’s on demonstrations of traditional Japanese carpentry. Look for them under the Tri-State/Denver Buddhist Temple in the dining area accessible from 20th street.

The Denver Cherry Blossom Festival is the largest fundraiser for the operations and programs of both the Tri-State/Denver Buddhist Temple and Sakura Foundation, and relies on the volunteer efforts of Temple members, JA community members, and the general public alike. We invite you to volunteer your time to the festival. Please submit the volunteer form to sign up today!

Check this site often for updated details on the festival, including marketplace vendors and live performances on the outdoor stage! Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to get the latest updates and share your excitement for the Denver Cherry Blossom Festival!

Sogetsu Ikebana will be displayed inside the Temple gym this year!  Ikebana is the art of Japanese flower arranging, so come check out the beautiful displays and learn more about one of the largest schools of ikebana.

Learn More Here: https://cherryblossomdenver.org/

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