28/08/2026
Join us - alongside IPU New Zealand and Youth Space - to celebrate the culture and springtime vibrancy of Cherry Blossom Fest 2026 under the beautiful sakura (cherry blossom trees) at Coleman Place!
Featuring:
🌸 Performances by the IPU New Zealand Kodama Japanese Drum Team + interactive experience
🌸 Performances by the Soran Dance Team - Hana
🌸 Shodo - Japanese Calligraphy demonstration + interactive experience
🌸 Paper crane origami construction
🌸 Traditional Japanese Gown 'Dress Up Photo Booth'
🌸 Matcha Tea Making demonstration
🌸 Candyfloss machine
🌸 Themed face painting
🌸 Spot prizes!
BE IN TO WIN!
Follow Palmy BID and IPU New Zealand on our socials for details on how to take part in our Cherry Blossom Fest prize promotions - featuring exciting giveaways including...
👉 Purchase the ‘Cherry Blossom' Patisserie at Alexandre Patisserie & Chocolaterie & enter the draw to win a Kodama Drum Team performance for your nominated school! (Winner must have receipt of purchase & be present upon announcement at Cherry Blossom Fest to claim their prize)
👉 Take a selfie with the IPU Cherry Blossom Tree in the City Centre to be in with a chance to win either 1 of 2 $400 The Plaza vouchers or a cherry blossom tree!
Keep an eye out on our socials and watch this space for more on the above promos so you don’t miss out!
