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Join us for Hanami (花見) – flower viewing – as we gather under 100, breathtaking, Akebono cherry trees in full blossom at David Lam Park. Everyone is welcome to picnic, play and celebrate our beautiful city during this stunning start of Spring. We have art activities for all ages like origami, felt crafts, block printing, and more.
Enjoy live music from 11AM-4PM 🎶 (see the lineup here.), art activities, explore our Haiku Exhibition, Poetry in Motion booth, workshops, yoga in the park, and more. Grab a bite from our food trucks and food vendors or visit our sponsor booths for delicious surprises.
This year, dive into BreakOUT, a free interactive activity! Grab headphones at the BreakOut tent and let your Cherry Blossom Guide lead you through a movement activity with a story to spark your imagination.
We have our celebrated Haiku Exhibition featuring a partnership between art and poetry. A Poetry in Motion booth, Paper Fan Decorating, a Wishing Tree, Drum Workshops, Yoga in the park, workshops and so much more. Discover our Pink Bench Conversation Corner, where new friendships blossom.
Bring your friends and family to the heart of Yaletown, celebrate this spectacular time of year together with the Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival.
This is a FREE outdoor event, no ticket is required.
“there is no stranger under the cherry tree”
We would love to see your photos and posts of you at The Big Picnic! Please remember to tag us @vancherryblossomfest on your social media posts, and use the hashtag #VanCherryBlossomFest to help us find and share your content. We can’t wait to see your experiences at the event!
The Big Picnic takes place at David Lam Park (1300 Pacific Blvd, Vancouver, BC V6Z 2Y1).
Parking is limited at David Lam Park. We strongly encourage using public transit, walking, or biking to reach the park. Here’s how to get there:
It’s a short walk, approximately 4-7 minutes, from Yaletown-Roundhouse Station to David Lam Park.
Locations: Cherry Jam Stage (Upper Stage) | Cherry Down Stage (Lower Stage) | Cherry Field (Lower Grass Field)
9:30AM-10:30AM @ Cherry Field
Meditation, Yoga, and Breath Guide
10:30AM-11:00AM @ Cherry Jam Stage
11:00AM-11:45AM @ Cherry Jam Stage
Vancouver’s Hottest Rhythm Section!
11:45AM-12:15PM @ Cherry Down Stage
Bold and theatrical Canadian taiko group fusing ancient drumming with contemporary flair
12:15PM-1:00PM @ Cherry Jam Stage
Award-winning singer and songwriter with powerful and soothing vocals
1:00PM-1:30PM @ Cherry Down Stage
The rhythmic heartbeat of the Squamish Nation echoes through the songs and movement of Spakwus Slolem, translated as “Eagle Song Dancers.”
1:30PM-2:15PM @ Cherry Jam Stage
JUNO-nominated Canadian band blending world and Latin influences
2:30PM-2:45PM @ Cherry Down Stage
Okinawan Music and Dance Society
2:45PM-3:30PM @ Cherry Jam Stage
Celebrating Afrobeat and Traditional African Music in British Columbia
3:30PM-4:00PM @ Cherry Down Stage
Peruvian Folklore Dance Ensemble
Experience an array of engaging activities at The Big Picnic! Our event boasts an exciting lineup of community partners offering interactive workshops, art classes, and musical play spaces. Dive into a world of creativity where you can play games, unleash your inner artist, learn captivating dances, and drum to the rhythm of your heart!
BreakOUT is an immersive audio-enhanced 20-minute movement piece transmitted through headphones as a live event. It is a fun group movement experience, or communal dance, while you focus on listening to the gentle prompts of choreographer Kat Single-Dain’s scripted score with additional audio elements. Free and fun for all ages!
Start Times: 11:00AM, 12:00PM, 1:00PM, 2:00PM.
Red Fox Healthy Living Society: Join us for a vibrant cultural experience with the Red Fox Living Society: Drum & Pow Wow Dance Group. From 11AM-2PM, immerse yourself in the rhythms of the Red Fox as young participants discover the rich history of drumming and singing.
Daughters of the Drum: From 2PM-4PM, don’t miss the enchanting beats of the Daughters of the Drum, an Aboriginal women’s hand drum group. Engage in their workshop and embrace the opportunity for audience participation with hand drums.
Introducing Coffee Bike: Zero emissions, delicious coffee on the go!
Disco Cheetah offers authentic, creative Korean dishes in Vancouver.
Sweet, savoury popcorn (pretty in pink)!
Gluten-free premium dumplings and noodle bowls.
Simple, delicious, authentic Caribbean food.
Serving a delightful selection of 4 different flavours of ice-cream (including a limited edition Sakura flavour!)
Fully plant-based, middle eastern street food.
Experience the perfect fusion: Taco Nori—where sushi meets crunch.
Here are some tips to prepare yourself for a wonderful day at the event:
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Programs subject to change. All event titles are protected trademarks of the Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival.