2024 Free Cultural Events
Yozakura Festival – NEW DATES. The blooming of the cherry blossoms has arrived early.
MARCH 23rd – APRIL 2nd
Viewing Cherry Blossoms at Nighttime, 7pm – 11pm. The trees will be illuminated every night from March 23 to around April 2nd. Cherry blossoms are beautiful for about two weeks.
Cherry blossom viewing is an iconic tradition of Japan’s in the daytime and nighttime. For the first time during peak blooming the Gresham Japanese Garden will illuminate at nighttime thirteen mature ‘Akebono’ cherry trees displaying their delicate blossoms and ethereal beauty. Two special nights, Saturday, March 23rd, Saturday March 30th and (maybe) April 6th listening to sakura-inspired arrangements by Oregon Koto Kai while sipping green tea and enjoying a traditional sakura sweet. Bring a blanket and enjoy the show and scenery. This is a free event.
OREGON KOTO KAI SCHEDULE
March 23rd – 8pm performance by Mitsuki Dazai-Church
March 30th
– 1st set: 7:45pm-8:10pm
– 2nd set: 8:30pm-8:55pm
CANCELLED – April 6th
– 1st set: 8:00pm-8:25pm
– 2nd set: 8:35pm-9:00pm
FESTIVAL ADDRESS INSIDE MAIN CITY PARK
219A S. Main Avenue
Gresham, OR 97030
The thirteen Akebono cherry trees live in Ebetsu Plaza and Ambleside Annex. We’re honored to retain Soundguy Productions so Oregon Koto Kai’s beautiful music can be heard throughout the festival’s surroundings.
Arigato Rich!
Hina Doll Exhibition
MARCH 3RD ONLY FROM 10AM – 4PM
Hinamatsuri, also known as Doll Festival or Girl’s Day is a Shinto and Japanese cultural holiday celebrated on March 3rd. It is a Japanese tradition to gift a daughter a hina doll collection. A hina doll collection called a hinakazari, consist of 1- to 7-tiers, from folded paper to intricate carved dolls. Visit the Hina Doll Exhibition at Gresham Japanese Garden’s Kyoudou Center on March 3rd and be awed by all the different hinakazaris displayed. Talk to the owners and learn the history of their collections. Refreshments will also be served.
KYOUDOU CENTER ADDRESS
219A S. Main Avenue
Gresham, OR 97030
CALLING ALL HINA DOLL OWNERS
If you are interested in displaying your hinakarsari in the exhibition, contact Sue Protz 503-502-7340, Sue@GreshamJapaneseGarden.com.
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Upcoming Workshops, Programs & Free Seminars
Spring Pruning at Vanport International
May 4, 10:00 am - 4:00 pmIkebana for Every Season
May 14, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pmThe Art of Bonsai – Thursday
May 16, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pmSpring Maintenance on Pines
May 18, 12:00 pm - 2:00 pmThe Art of Bonsai – Saturday
May 18, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pmFree Seminar – Fundamentals of Pruning
June 8, 1:00 pm - 2:30 pmIkebana for Every Season
June 11, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pmCreating Pollinator Habitat for your Garden and Home
June 15, 10:30 am - 11:30 amThe Art of Bonsai – Saturday
June 15, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pmThe Art of Bonsai – Thursday
June 20, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pmPruning lace-leaf maples for character
June 22, 12:30 pm - 2:30 pmHand-on Lace Leaf Maple Pruning
June 29, 1:00 pm - 3:30 pmIkebana for Every Season
July 9, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pmThe Art of Bonsai – Thursday
July 18, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pmThe Art of Bonsai – Saturday
July 20, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pmIkebana for Every Season
August 13, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pmThe Art of Bonsai – Thursday
August 15, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pmThe Art of Bonsai – Saturday
August 17, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pmIkebana for Every Season
September 10, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pmThe Art of Bonsai – Thursday
September 19, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm