43rd Annual Cherry Blossom Festival

March 21 - 30 , 2025

From the cherry blossoms that adorn our streets and hillsides to the vibrant energy of our community, pink is more than just a color in Macon—it’s a celebration. Here we honor the beauty of the cherry blossom and the spirit of togetherness that unites us all under one, uniquely woven tapestry of pink. Whether it’s our signature festival at Carolyn Crayton Park – our parades, parties and all the festivities in between – we’re painting Macon pink this year and every year, making it into a living, breathing work of art.

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Schedule of Events
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Pink Provisions Food & Bevvy Trail

The Pink Provision Trail is where you will find all this year’s uniquely crafted pink and/or cherry-themed food, crafted cocktails & more! Find them all by downloading our “Tour Macon” app and vote for your favorites! Dive into the tasty treats of Pink Provisions...

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Join us as we embrace the color of joy, love, and celebrate Macon, blossoms or not! The 10-day festival is filled with exciting events like Wiener Dog Races, Parades, Fair Rides and Food, and Daily Hot Air Balloon Rides!

Experience the Cherry Blossom Driving Trail Guided Van Tour!

During the month of March, you can book a spot on the Cherry Blossom Driving Trail hosted by the Downtown Visitor Information Center. Our tour guides will take you through the highest concentration of Yoshino cherry trees. This is a great option for groups and families! The tours are only available March 21-22 and March 28-29. These spots sell out fast! Click below to see what dates are available for booking.


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Cherry Blossom Festivities By the Hour

Here's a schedule of key attactions throughout the 2025 International Cherry Blossom Festival:

EventLocationDateTime
Opening CeremonyCarolyn Crayton Park3/21/202512 PM - 1 PM
Pink Provisions Preview Party (Cherry Street Plaza)Cherry Street Plaza3/21/20254 PM - 7 PM
Cherry Blossom BallMacon City Auditorium3/21/20257:00 PM - 11 PM
Midway Amusement Area & AtractionsCarolyn Crayton Park3/21/2025 - 3/30/2025

10 AM - 10 PM

Ocmulgee Lantern Light ToursOcmulgee Mounds3/21/2025 - 3/29/20257:30 PM - 9 PM
Pink Pancake BreakfastLuther Williams Field3/22/20257 AM - 10:30 AM
Custom Car ShowCherry Street3/22/202510 AM - 1 PM
Wiener Dog RaceCherry Street3/22/202512 PM - 1 PM
Musical ChairsCherry Street3/22/20251 PM - 1:30 PM
Bed RacesCherry Street

3/22/2025

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Ultimate Air Dogs Dock Diving CompetitionSecond Street3/22/2025 - 3/23/2025Saturday: 11 AM -5 PM; Sunday: 12 PM - 5 PM
Cherry Blossom ParadeDowntown Macon3/23/2053:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Third Street Park FestivitiesThird Street Park3/23/2025 - 3/28/202511:30 PM - 1 PM
Heroes DayCarolyn Crayton Park3/24/202512 PM - 10 PM
College DayCarolyn Crayton Park3/27/202512 PM - 9 PM
GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ Official Attempt for the Largest Kazoo EnsembleAtrium Health Amphitheater3/28/20254 PM - 8 PM
Food Truck FrenzyThird Street3/29/2025 - 3/30/202510 AM - 7 PM
Pink Pancake BreakfastLuther Williams Field3/29/20257 AM - 10:30 AM
Grand FinaleCarolyn Crayton Park3/30/20257:00 PM - 8:30 PM




All this and more! Check out the full schedule of events for the upcoming Cherry Blossom Festival.

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SELF-GUIDED TRAIL DRIVE

Drive through the Cherry Blossom Trail at your own pace and in the comfort of your own vehicle. Pick-up your Cherry Blossom Driving Trail map at the Downtown Visitor Center, download a PDF below, download the Tour Macon app, or keep scrolling to see the digital map below!

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