Celebrate Japanese Culture at the 2025 AR Cherry Blossom Festival 

The Cherry Blossom Festival will include cultural demonstrations, exhibits, and live musical performances, and the captivating rhythms of taiko drumming. 

The Hot Springs National Park Sister City Foundation is excited to host the sixth annual Arkansas Cherry Blossom Festival on Saturday, April 12, 2025, from 10:30 AM to 5:30 PM at the Hot Springs Convention Center, 134 Convention Boulevard. 

This free, family-friendly festival brings the rich traditions of Japan to Arkansas, offering something for everyone to enjoy. Attendees can immerse themselves in cultural demonstrations, exhibits, and live musical performances, including the captivating rhythms of taiko drumming. For those looking to get involved, interactive workshops, lectures, and traditional Japanese activities will be available, alongside the popular anime cosplay contest. 

Don’t miss the chance to show off your creativity in the Fourth Annual Haiku Competition, where winners will be recognized with special prizes. 

New for 2025, the festival is thrilled to collaborate with the Sake Brewers Association of North America to present SakeFest, an evening event following the festival on April 12. Guests will explore the unique flavors and heritage of Japanese sake through tastings and presentations. 

Adding to the excitement, sumo wrestling will return to Hot Springs for a special event on the evening of Friday, April 11, 2025, offering a rare opportunity to witness this iconic Japanese sport up close. 

For more details about the festival or opportunities for organizational and company participation, visit www.hotspringssistercity.org,  or email festival@hotspringssistercity.org. 

Come celebrate the beauty of Japanese culture and traditions at the Arkansas Cherry Blossom Festival! 

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