Brooklyn's Cherry Blossoms Are In Full Bloom: How To Get A Look

BROOKLYN, NY — As if blooming pink trees weren't enough to entice a visit, visitors to the Brooklyn Botanic Garden can now celebrate the iconic cherry blossom season with pop-up music and dance performances.

The garden has set up a special "Weekends in Bloom" installment of its Art in the Garden series, which welcomes visitors throughout the gardens with surprise music, dances, crafts and other family activities.

The events, which will run each Saturday until May 7, come as the garden's cherry trees reach their full bloom. Nearly all of the garden's more than 100 trees were in their peak bloom as of this week, according to the BBG Cherry Tracker.

The pop-up events will replace the annual Cherry Blossom Festival, which has been put on hold since the coronavirus pandemic.

The cherry blossom season, which is usually at the start of the spring, kicks off hanami in Japan; a time for celebrating the beauty of the cherry trees, synonymous with picnics and time outdoors with friends and family.

Here's what you need to know to stop by:

WHEN:

• "Weekends in Bloom" events: April 23, 30 and May 7.
• Extended hours to see the cherry blossoms will last until May 15. Here's a look:
  • Open early & late! Tuesday–Thursday: 8 a.m.–sunset
  • Open early! Friday–Sunday: 8 a.m.–6 p.m.
  • Closed Mondays

WHERE: Entrances can be found at 150 Eastern Pkwy, 455 Flatbush Ave. or 990 Washington Ave. Visitors will choose their entrance when buying tickets.

HOW: Unless you're a botanic garden member, you will need to buy a ticket and reserve a time to visit here. Here's a look at the prices:

• Adults: $18
• Students (12+ with ID): $12
• Seniors (65+ with ID): $12
• Children under 12 attending with an adult: Free