The festival starts this Saturday and will be a celebration of Japanese culture, traditions and food to mark the beautiful cherry blossom trees coming into bloom – an amazing experience which Mayor Lisa Lake (pictured) has invited everyone to enjoy.
Tickets are selling fast for the Sydney Cherry Blossom Festival, with the chance for visitors to win a trip to Japan.
Sydney’s most Instagrammable flower festival will offer a line-up of live entertainment, food and fun activities at the Auburn Botanic Gardens from Saturday, August 19, to Sunday, August 27.
Cumberland Mayor Lisa Lake said the “iconic event” showcased Japanese culture and the attractions at Auburn Botanic Gardens.
“It a celebration of Japanese culture, traditions and food to mark the cherry blossom trees coming into bloom … We’re looking forward to bringing a ‘Slice of Japan’ to Western Sydney,” she said.
“Our program and vendors are really engaged with Japanese culture. As we head into spring it’s a wonderful time of year to get out and experience natural attractions at the Auburn Botanic Gardens.”
To go into the draw for the trip to Japan, visitors should complete their entry at the festival.
Visitors will be able to relax and enjoy Japanese inspired drinks at the Izakaya Bar, or indulge their tastebuds in the Japanese Food Village that will be presenting some of the best in Sydney’s food scene, including Japanese fusion cuisine from Tokyo Lamington, Brooklyn Boy Bagels, Thicc Cookies, Onigiri Lab, Chatime, FirePop, OMU, 15cenchi and more.
Fan favourite Tokyo Lamington said they couldn’t wait to be back for their second year at the event while Japanese bakery, 15cenchi would be making their debut, serving authentic Japanese cheesecakes and custard pudding with burnt caramel sauce.
“We have a whole new menu this year with a few surprises,” said Eddie, co-founder of Tokyo Lamington.
There will also be a 9-hole mini golf course, an extensive stage program plus a range of workshops for children and adults.
Tickets: cumberland.nsw.gov.au.
