International Cherry Blossom Festival
The International Cherry Blossom Festival is Macon’s signature spring celebration, built around cherry blossoms, community events, music, food, and family-...
About International Cherry Blossom Festival
Major Macon spring festival built around the city's Yoshino cherry blossoms with community events and entertainment.
Dates & Schedule
This event has passed for the current season. Check the official event source for the next announced dates.
Annual March festival
What to Expect
Highlights
Family friendly, Food vendors, Arts & crafts, Live music
Admission & Tickets
Admission varies by event. Some Cherry Blossom Festival events are free, while Carolyn Crayton Park attractions, concerts, food, rides, or special events may require tickets or purchases.
Parking
Use the festival map, app, and venue-by-venue parking guidance for Carolyn Crayton Park, downtown Macon, parade activity, community events, and concert venues.
Vendors & Food
The festival includes ten days of concerts, food, family fun, community events, parade activity, cherry blossom viewing, shopping, carnival-style attractions, live entertainment, and Macon's signature spring celebration under more than 350,000 Yoshino cherry trees.
Family & Pet Notes
This event is family friendly.
Planning Notes
International Cherry Blossom Festival returns March 20-29, 2026 in Macon. Known as the Pinkest Party on Earth, the festival stretches across ten days with events at Carolyn Crayton Park, downtown Macon, and community venues. Use the festival app or map to plan around concerts, food, family activities, parade events, shopping, attractions, and cherry blossom viewing.