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Cherry Blossom Festival - Newark

Saturday April 6, 2024 All Day
Essex County Branch Brook ParkPark Ave and Lake StNewark NJ 07104
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Description

Essex County Branch Brook Park has the largest and most varied collection of Japanese Flowering Cherry Blossom trees in a park within the United States, with 5,300 in 18 varieties.

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Branch Brook Park Alliance provides ongoing stewardship to the renowned collection. Our team is comprised of a lean, but impactful staff of four, supported by thousands of dedicated volunteers, year-round. We encourage everyone who enjoys the experience of the season to join us in contributing. Interested in helping us grow our cherry blossom collection? Please check out our Adopt-A-Tree program here.

Historic & Horticulture Walking Tours

Our expert tour guides have a wealth of knowledge to share about the Park's history. Whether you're looking for enriching family time, a fun exploration in your own background, or a new experience in the cities of Newark and Belleville, our tours have something for you. If you would like to express interest before registration opens in early March please contact us at (973) 969-1189 or info@branchbrookpark.org 

Cherry Blossom Festival Events 2024

Essex County Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs annually hosts a series of events in Branch Brook Park during the Cherry Blossom Season. Featured below are the event dates for 2024. 

Cherry Blossom Season Events Flyer (Click Here)

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Bike Race

Saturday, April 6
7:00 AM to 1:00 PM
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10k Run

Sunday, April 7
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
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One Mile Run

Saturday, April 13
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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Family Day

Saturday, April 13
11:00 AM to 3:00 PM
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Bloomfest

Sunday, April 14
11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
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Who

All are welcome

Cost

Donations appreciated

How

No registration required 

More Info

More information HERE


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