If seeing the cherry blossom’s bloom in Japan is on your bucket list, then do we have some good news for you. We’ve found the next best thing. 

This September Yarra Valley’s premiere cherry producer, CherryHill Orchards will be hosting CherryHill Blossom Festival. You’ll be able to wander through rows and rows of gorgeous cherry blossoms in full bloom from September 16 till October 1. 

There’ll be plenty of food an beverage options available for purchase as well, including cherry-based drinks (like tea, frappes, vodka, gin), cherry ice-cream, and for the first time CherryHill has teamed up with Melbourne High Tea connoisseur, Mary Eats Cake, to create a picnic option packed with delicious cakes, sandwiches, fruit and cheese, which you can enjoy among the cherry blossoms. Do I sense a worthy Instagram moment? I think so. 

For those looking to make a day of it, sign up to the Sip n’ Paint workshop hosted by Frida’s Sip n’ Paint or the Smart Phone Photography Workshop that will show you how to best capture the blooms best. There’ll also be live music and a bunch of family-friendly activities to keep the tots entertained, which is really the cherry on top. 

CherryHill Blossom Festival will run from September 16 – October 1, 2023. Adult tickets prices are $12.50 for mid-week and $15 for a weekend entry. Tickets for children under 14 are $7 for mid-week and $8 on weekends. Infants under three enter for free. For more information or to book tickets, visit cherryhill.com.au/events/blossom-festival/