This dreamy cherry blossom festival near Toronto takes you under a canopy of pink petals

Cherry blossoms are one of the most magical sights to enjoy in Ontario during the spring. These beautiful pink and white blooms transform parks and landscapes into scenes from a fairytale.

If you're looking for a truly enchanting way to celebrate cherry blossom season, you'll want to plan a trip to this floral festival near Toronto.

Burlington's annual Sakura Festival is returning on May 10, 2025, and it's full of springtime splendour.

Located 1 hour from Toronto, the event is hosted by the Burlington Mundialization Committee and honours Burlington's twin city, Itabashi, Japan.

Throughout the day, you can enjoy live performances, such as Japanese drumming, dancing and live karate demonstrations.

One of the festival's highlights is the dreamy trail of cherry blossom trees in Spencer Smith Park.

Around 40 cherry blossom trees line the lakeside pathway, creating a dreamy canopy of pink blooms. You can wander through a tunnel of pink petals and snap some gorgeous photos.

If you're looking for more cherry blossom magic, you can head to Toronto's new SakuraFest, which is taking place at the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre. The event boasts Japanese tea ceremonies, film screenings, culinary pop-ups, and more.

With its Japanese traditions and blossom-filled trails, the Burlington Sakura Festival will transport you to a whole other world this spring.

Before you get going, check out our Responsible Travel Guide so you can be informed, be safe, be smart, and most of all, be respectful on your adventure.