come celebrate the cherry blossom on George & Coleman at the Cherry Blossom Fest 2026
Sunday 20th September 11.30am - 2.30pm
Hosted by Palmy Bid + IPU, supported by Hello George – your George Street retail & hospitality
Join us on George & Coleman for the day to celebrate the arrival of spring
Fun for all the family, everyone is welcome
Kids activities – rock painting, blossom craft, pavement games, chocolate dipping
Face painting & paper crane origami
Cultural displays – Kodama drum team, matcha tea making, soran dance team hana, shodo Japanese calligraphy
Dress up in a traditional Japanese gown
Selfie moments amongst the spring blossoms
Your local stores & cafes will be open on George & Coleman
Come join the fun. Wander through the streets to see the blossom and the stores’ themed displays. Take a moment to see the street dressed in its fleeting seasonal glory
Things to know:
Coleman Mall will be closed to traffic. George St remains open though parking may be limited. Best places to park – Harvey Norman car park, Main Street, Globe Theatre car park and around the square
Neighbourhood events –
Hope Vineyard’s Birthday Party
Lamb on the spit Lunch and a bouncy castle from 11am in the library quadrant of the square.
Hope Vineyard’s Birthday Party
Lamb on the spit Lunch and a bouncy castle from 11am in the library quadrant of the square.