Tuscaloosa’s 39th Annual Sakura Festival
The theme of this year’s Sakura Festival is “Tomo ni hagukumu” or “Harmony.”
The spring celebration of Sakura, or cherry blossoms, reminds us of the value of each moment, while the return of spring awakens us to fresh possibilities in life. This year’s theme reminds us to cherish and carry on the connection that was built between the community of Tuscaloosa and our sister-city, Narashino, in Japan.
Activities usually include:
- Consulate General of Japan in Atlanta
- Tuscaloosa Sister Cities International
- UA Book Arts Traditional Japanese Papermaking
- Cosplay Contest
- Origami and Face Painting
- Traditional Japanese Festival Activities
- Dress-up for photos
- Tea ceremony sample
- Kite making and name in Japanese
When:
Saturday, March 22, 2025
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where:
Snow Hinton Park Pavilion
1000 Hargrove Rd E
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
For additional information:
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