"Since 1968, the Festival has served to cultivate the continued alliance between Japan and the United States using culture as its bridge. Each year, over 220,000 people attend this dazzling display showcasing the vibrant colors and grace of the Japanese culture and the diversity of the Japanese American Community in the festivities as San Francisco's Japantown celebrates Japanese and Japanese-American culture."
"58th Annual Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival - April 11-12, 2026 | 11 am to 5 pm - April 18-19, 2025 | 11 am to 5 pm- GRAND PARADE - Sunday, April 19, 2025 - 1pm to 3pm - from Civic Center Plaza to Japantown- Festival - Post Street between Laguna and Fillmore Streets, Japantown, SF FREE Will there be a parade for 2026? Yes!"
Founded in 1968, the Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival promotes cultural ties between Japan and the United States through traditional arts and community events. The festival attracts over 220,000 visitors annually to San Francisco's Japantown and coincides with cherry blossom season. Events include taiko drumming, dance performances, decorative floats, family activities, and live music. Admission to the main festival is free. The Grand Parade takes place on the festival's final Sunday and features energetic processions of drummers, dancers, and floats. Specific 2026 parade routing remains unannounced; attendees are advised to confirm details with event organizers. The festival address is 1610 Geary Blvd, San Francisco.
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