Throughout the two festive weekends, the Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival is grateful to partner with local community organizations, Japantown venues, and friends from near and overseas in Japan to organize the following special events every year.


Friendship Reception Friendship Reception (TBA)  - At a future in-person Festival, join us for Friendship Reception, a special ticketed event for dinner, performances by Japan Groups, mochitsuki (mochi pounding) and a gathering to welcome our guest participants from Japan and across the U.S.! The Festival Committee takes this opportunity to express their gratitude to our Festival participants. This reception will take…
Hokka Nichi Bei Kai Presents: Spring Tea Ceremony - The Hokka Nichi Bei Kai invites you to participate in their spring tea ceremony to celebrate the 56th Annual Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival. This traditional event is held annually to celebrate the beauty of the cherry blossoms and to enjoy a peaceful moment with friends and family. The tea ceremony will be held on…
Mikoshi Purification Ceremony Mikoshi Purification Ceremony - The Mikoshi purification ceremony is conducted every year with representatives of the spiritual community of Japantown and also with representatives from Japan. The ceremony represents rites that helps bring peace and harmony to the areas of the Festival and that of the spirits embodied in the Mikoshi. Witness the Phoenix statue procession, purification ceremony, mochi…
NCCBF Queen and Sister Courts Queen Program - Queen Program NightSunday April 7, 2024Cowell TheaterFort Mason Center for Arts & Culture2 Marina Blvd, San Francisco, CA Since 1968, the Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival Queen Program has been dedicated to mentoring young women to develop leadership skills and strong community connections. Every April, a new group of women and Queen are selected to…
Senior Appreciation Brunch - The Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival’s Senior Appreciation Brunch began over 30 years ago to recognize and thank seniors in the local Japanese American community for their dedicated volunteer services. Every year, honorees are nominated by the Festival’s Executive Committee, senior centers, and community organizations, and they will receive certificates of commendation from elected officials.…