Ready to for an unforgettable cherry blossom Melbourne experience?
Spring is just around the corner, and with it comes the highly anticipated CherryHill Orchards Blossom Festival, set to take place from 9 September to 6 October 2024.
This year’s festival promises to be more vibrant than ever, as it moves to the expansive 100-acre Coldstream orchard in the picturesque Yarra Valley.
Whether you’re a nature lover, a foodie, or just looking for a fun day out with the family (including your furry friends), the Blossom Festival is a must-visit event that offers something for everyone.
To make the Cherry Blossom Festival in Melbourne even more enjoyable, Cherryhill Orchards has launched a new Kids Hub and is inviting your doggy family members to wander through the beautiful blossoms with you! It’ll also be a great opportunity to snap gorgeous photos of them (and with them!) amongst the blossoms!
When is the Cherry Blossom Festival Melbourne 2024?
From Saturday 14 September to Sunday 6 October 2024
The Ultimate Cherry Blossom Melbourne Experience
CherryHill Orchards is renowned for its stunning cherry blossoms, and this stunning blossom festival is the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the beauty of these delicate flowers in full bloom.
Families can stroll through the enchanting rows of blossoms, capturing the perfect springtime photos, or simply relax and enjoy the serene atmosphere. Also enjoy lawn games, kids activities, food trucks, retail stores and on weekends, live music.
Set amongst the rolling hills of the Yarra Valley this is one of the few opportunities to enjoy cherry blossom in Victoria from right up close. There’s limited seating in the grassy area where the main festival action takes place, so make sure you bring your own picnic rug.
Blossom Festival 2024 Events and Activities
This year’s Blossom Festival is packed with new and returning attractions, ensuring there’s never a dull moment.
A crowd favourite, Mary Eats Cake’s ‘High Tea in the Blossoms,’ returns on 14–15 September, offering a luxurious experience set among a private row of cherry blossoms. Indulge in a fully catered food and beverage package, complete with beautifully styled long tables that blend sophistication with the natural charm of the orchard.
Blossom Festival Workshops
For those eager to get hands-on, the festival offers a wide range of workshops. From candle making and cake decorating to Japanese flower and jewellery making classes, there’s something to pique everyone’s interest.
Learn how to make your very own aromatic candles at the Candle Making Workshop. Each booking lasts an hour, and participants will learn how to create two of their very own beautiful soy candles with a fragrance of their choice.
Highlights include the Busy Bees Workshop, where participants can learn about the vital role bees play in agriculture, and the Flower Crown Workshop, where you can craft your own floral masterpiece. Kids are allowed to join in this relaxing 2-hour-long workshop.
Photography enthusiasts won’t want to miss the Nikon Photography Workshop, which offers a guided tour through the blossoms while teaching basic photography skills.
Culinary Delights and Refreshing Treats
Foodies will be in heaven at the Blossom Festival, with a variety of cherry-themed food and drink offerings available. Indulge in CherryHill’s famous soft-serve ice cream, made with macerated pitted cherries and vanilla ice cream, available at both the on-site café and the charming pink and white ice cream caravan.
For those looking to elevate their experience, the Mary Eats Cake Picnic Pack can be added to your ticket purchase, allowing you to enjoy a delicious meal under the blossoms.
There are several food trucks on site, but the wait can be long during peak periods, so I recommend bringing your own picnic or at least some snacks.
Make sure to save space for one of their famous soft-serve ice creams made with macerated pitted cherries mixed with vanilla ice cream. You can find them at the cafe or at the gorgeous pink and white ice cream caravan.
Note that the orchard isn’t completely in bloom, but with a bit of judicious cropping and positioning, you can still get some beautiful shots.
Blossom Festival Kids Hub
The Blossom Festival is a family-friendly event, and this year, CherryHill has introduced a dedicated Kids Hub. This area is packed with fun activities such as interactive workshops, face painting, colouring competitions, and magical encounters with fairies.
And the best part? Kids go free on Monday to Wednesdays!
Dogs are also welcome at the festival, making it a perfect outing for the entire family. Imagine wandering through the blossoms with your four-legged friend by your side, capturing picture-perfect moments together.
Plan Your Cherry Blossom Day Out
With so much to see and do, the CherryHill Orchards Blossom Festival is the ideal springtime escape for friends, couples, and families alike. If you’re searching for the best spot for a fun cherry blossom Melbourne experience, this festival should be at the top of your list.
Cherryhill Orchards is only 45 minutes from Melbourne, and the Blossom Festival is a relaxing half-day adventure that you can combine with nearby attractions like Warratina lavender farm and Seville Water Park, not to mention the region’s farm gates, vineyards and breweries.
Cherryhill Orchards’ Blossom Festival only has a limited number of tickets available per day per entry time, which is why I recommend buying tickets online. Note that no matter what session time you choose, you’re more than welcome to stay the entire day until 5 pm.
Blossom Festival Tickets 2024
Ticket prices vary depending on the day, with discounts available for weekday visits. Be sure to book your tickets online in advance, as there is a limited number available per day. Visit cherryhill.com.au for more information and to secure your spot at this year’s Blossom Festival.
Don’t miss out on the chance to experience one of Victoria’s most beautiful springtime events—bring your loved ones, your picnic rug, and get ready to make lasting memories at the CherryHill Orchards Blossom Festival.
2024 Blossom Festival Ticket Prices
Mon-Wed: Adults $12 and Kids Go Free
Thu & Fri: Adults $15 & Kids $5
Sat & Sun: Adults $18 and Kids $8.50
Children aged 3 and under are free
Refer to the website for workshop and special event prices.
More Cherry Blossom Melbourne Themed Activities
Cherryhill Orchards are also offering a bunch of other wonderful experiences for guests to enjoy, such as workshops, a Mid-Week Blossom Wine & Dine, a Blossom & Ballooning Package!
To add even more excitement, CherryHill Orchards has partnered with Pelago by Singapore Airlines to offer festival-goers a chance to win a trip to Japan for two, valued at $5,000. Simply purchase a ticket to the Blossom Festival to enter the draw.
Evening Magic: Blossom by Light
For the first time, CherryHill Orchards is introducing an evening event at their Wandin East orchard, aptly named ‘Blossom by Light.’
From 20–29 September, the orchard will be transformed into a mesmerising display of illuminated cherry blossoms. Arrive before sunset to enjoy the picnic area, cherry beverages, and a selection of tasty food trucks, before the light show begins. It’s a magical experience not to be missed.
Enjoy a perfect afternoon of incredible local wine, a mouthwatering lunch and stunning Spring blossoms when you participate in The Mid-Week Blossom Wine & Dine. Tickets for this experience also include a free serving of Cherry Blossom Gelato at CherryHill, Wandin.
The Blossom & Ballooning Package is once in a lifetime picture-perfect experience that will have you soaring with joy! The romantic sunrise ballooning experience lasts approximately 3 – 3.5 hours and includes free entry passes into the cherry blossom flowers.
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HOT Tips:
- Buy your tickets online for guaranteed entry;
- Monday to Wednesday are the quietest days, and kids go free!
- New Kids Hub has interactive workshops, face painting, colouring competitions, and magical encounters with fairies;
- Purchase your workshop tickets online for a guaranteed spot;
- No matter what session time you choose you’re more than welcome to stay the entire day until 5:00pm;
- Take a hat, sunscreen and water;
- Food trucks available though you can BYO picnic and avoid the queues. Highly recommend the cherry ice cream!
- There is no admission fee for your furry friends, however you will need to register their attendance here;
- Combine your trip with a visit to Warratina lavender farm and Seville Water Park;
- Keep an eye on young kids. The orchard can be a great hiding place and;
- There are only portaloos, no baby change facilities.
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