FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Last updated 20 March 2026
Q: What is the Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival (VCBF)?
A: The Festival celebrates spring and when 43,000 cherry trees burst into bloom across the city, the Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival celebrates Spring with over 20+ cherry blossom themed community events every year during March and April.
Q: How do I get there / Where does it take place?
A: Festival *events are in Vancouver, BC and easily accessible by public transit, bicycle or car. Please see individual community events page for the exact location for each event.
*VCBF offices and events take place on the unceded and traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), səl̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) and kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem) Nations.
Q: Are tickets required to attend?
A: Most of our events are FREE and are marked on each respective event. The only event that requires tickets for admission is the Sakura Days Japan Fair. The Blossom Block Party is a suggested $5 admission by donation.
Q: What happens if it rains on an event day?
A: The Blossom Run, The Big Picnic, Blossoms After Dark, Sakura Days Japan Fair will proceed rain-or-shine.
Tree Talks and Walks may be re-scheduled due to inclement weather.
Check our website and social media platforms for the latest updates.
Q: Where can I buy cherry blossom trees?
A: You may check out: Specimen Trees Nurseries Wholesale OR Dykhof Nurseries & Florist to see if they have any in-stock for sale. The Festival no longer sells any cherry blossom trees.
About Cherry Blossoms
Q: When is the best time to visit Vancouver to catch the blossoms?
A: Around early March on a typical warm year, the early cultivars bloom first, followed by the popular light pink, Akebono, variety in late March and a dark pink, Kanzan, following a couple weeks after in April. Check out our Blossoms Maps for real-time.
Q: How many cherry cultivars are there in Vancouver?
A: Festival Cherry Scouts have discovered 54 cultivars of the ornamental cherry tree in Vancouver. To learn more about these different varieties check this page for more info: Cherry Cultivars
Q: How long does the blossom last?
A: On average, each tree blossoms for about 2 weeks long.