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  • Friday, April 12, 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm – Taiko Drumming in the Cherry Blossoms

    In Japan, the appearance of cherry blossoms (sakura) in early spring is marked by festivals, family gatherings, and flower viewing where the trees thrive. At the Arnold Arboretum, the cherry collection along Forest Hills Road draws visitors to enjoy their spectacular and ephemeral displays. Among the showstoppers is the Sargent cherry, which was introduced to North America by the Arboretum and named for our founding director who collected the species on his 1892 expedition to Japan.

    Come celebrate sakura and Japanese culture in our Bradley Rosaceous Collection near the ponds and the Forest Hills Gate on Friday, April 12 from 6–7 p.m. Enjoy the rhythms of Taiko drumming by Karen Young and KASA Taiko from 6–6:30 p.m. and learn calligraphy and Japanese games with Showa Boston Institute. Visitors are welcome to bring a blanket to sit on for the performance. This event is appropriate for all ages.

  • Sunday, June 11 – 44th Boston Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival

    Come to one of the largest Asian-American cultural festivals in New England where local and out of state teams compete in exciting races. The festival also showcases many cultural performances such as lion dancing and taiko drumming, as well as art activities and demonstrations for all. The event also brings together many food vendors for everyone to try a wide range of cuisine from across Asia. This event is open to the public and welcomes persons of all ages and identities. Location is the John W. Weeks Footbridge, 933 Memorial Drive in Cambridge. For more information visit https://www.bostondragonboat.org/