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Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival March 21-22, 2026

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Join us for the 45th Annual Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival Presented by Robins Financial Credit Union, Saturday, March 21st and Sunday, March 22nd, at the Georgia International Horse Park. Shop among unique art and craft exhibitors, eat your way through the multiple food courts, enjoy cultural performances, listen to live music, and play in the children's area.

The Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival has earned widespread recognition throughout the years, receiving numerous honors for Best Event in the Southeast from the Southeast Festivals and Events Association. The festival has also been repeatedly named a Top 20 Event in the Southeast by the Southeast Tourism Society, reflecting its lasting impact on regional tourism and community engagement. Most recently, the festival was distinguished as a Signature Event of the Southeast by the Southeast Tourism Society. In 2026, it reached another milestone by earning three Kaleidoscope Awards from the Southeast Festivals and Events Association — recognizing Best Festival, Best Children’s Event, and Best Program.

This year’s theme is Rooted Together, celebrating our roots of friendship, culture, and legacy, while also marking a dual anniversary – the 30th Anniversary of the Georgia International Horse Park.

The celebration begins Saturday morning with a powerful Running of the Torches, honoring the spirit of the 1996 Olympic Games. Kids ages 6 & up are invited to sign up in advance!

All weekend long, step into a world bursting with color, creativity, and imagination. Stroll through hundreds of one-of-a-kind arts and crafts booths. Visit Sakura’s Rainbow Garden to meet children’s book author Rainbowsy the Clown for story sessions, autographed books, and FREE balloon animals. Join a scavenger hunt to find hidden rainbows for fun prize giveaways! Dance away to a vibrant Maypole celebration.

Indulge in your favorite festival flavors, experience an electrifying lineup of headline performers, and feel the beat of the Roots & Rhythms Music Showcase.

And back by popular demand—feel the splash and excitement as the Ultimate Air Dogs Dock Diving competition returns! Plus, non-stop action with pony rides, animal meet-and-greets, amusement rides, live music, cultural performances and more energy and attractions than ever before!

Stop by the info booth at the festival for festival info and full programs.

Festival Hours:
Saturday and Sunday
10:00AM-5:00PM

Admission and Parking Fee:
Enjoy free admission with a $10 parking fee per vehicle. The festival accepts credit or debit cards ONLY for parking fees. In an effort to reduce person-to-person contact, cash is NOT accepted for parking fees. This applies to parking fees only. Vendors participating in the festival may choose to accept credit cards, debit cards or cash at their booth locations.

For festival information, contact us today at 770-860-4190.

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Top 3 Cherry Blossom Viewing Locations

Awards

CHERRY BLOSSOM TREES FOR SALE!

We’re proud to have UGA Extension Rockdale County as one of our sponsors this year, and we invite you to stop by their booth and take home a piece of spring! UGA Extension will be offering bare-root Yoshino and Kwanzan Cherry Blossom trees for just $15 each. These beautiful trees will bring stunning blooms to your yard year after year.

NEW CULTURAL PERFORMANCES including Japanese Fan Dance, Indian Strings, African Drums, Japanese Pop Music & more!
RUNNING OF THE TORCHES kids fun run!
RHYTHM & ROOTS SCHOOL MUSIC SHOWCASE!
YOUNG ARTISTS RECOGNITIONS w/Mayor Connie Alsobrook, city council, RCPS and CRCA
RAINBOWSY THE CLOWN will be signing books & making FREE balloon animals
LIVE ANIMAL MEET & GREETS: Snakes & Turtles with Ga DNR
PRETTY BIRD PARADISE AVIARY EXPERIENCE!
MAKE A JAPANESE WINDCHIME
YOUNG ARTISTS NATURE EXHIBITS/ BLOSSOMS & BINS COMMUNITY ART PROJECT
HELP US MAKE A 10,000 FT LONG COMMUNITY LINK!
FREE SEED TAPE ACTIVITY
THE ULTIMATE DOG DOCK DIVING COMPETITION IS BACK!!!
STORYTELLING SESSIONS
RUCKER FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT - Rides & More!
NEW STROLLING ENTERTAINMENT: World's tallest cherry blossom tree!
TRY YOUR HAND AT DISC GOLF & MEET THE PROS!

Festival Featured Artists

Enjoy shopping among the featured artists within the Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival. These artists will showcase special Cherry Blossom Festival artwork that you can Purchase during the event.

HEADLINER: 4GONE

4Gone is the high-octane, rock cover band that turns every venue into a sweat-soaked, rock festival. Four veterans of the music scene that take timeless anthems and inject them with unstoppable energy, driving riffs, thunderous drums, and soaring vocals that hit hard and keep moving. With a setlist built to get crowds jumping, fist-pumping, and dancing all night long. Just pure, relentless rock that refuses to let you stand still.

On Saturday, March 21st, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., 4Gone will close the first day of the festival on the main stage, delivering an unforgettable set of classic rock anthems. Known for their exacting musical re-creation and powerful stage show, this talented group of seasoned musicians will transport audiences back to the golden age of rock. With flawless vocals, electrifying guitar solos, and a driving rhythm section, 4Gone will have you falling in love with rock all over again.

Whether you're a longtime fan or new to 4Gone's music, this high-energy performance is sure to make your heart race.

HEADLINER: SMOKEY JONES & THE 3 DOLLAR PISTOLS

Smokey Jones and The 3 Dollar Pistols are not your average country band. They are swash buckling, bull riding, honky tonk legends in the making.

The band has toured relentlessly for 8 years and opened for many country music stars like Brooks and Dunn, Nitty Gritty Dirtband, Atlanta Rythm Section, Dailey and Vincent and more. The Jones boys pay an honest tribute to classic country and honky tonk music. It’s about the show, it’s about the experience. It’s about being entertained through country music with a twinge of comedy.

One of the few bands left with pedal steel and twangy guitars, they will take you on a ride through decades of country sounds. Two stepping, line dancing, cowgirl twirling country music is this band's specialty, a show not to be missed.

Catch Smokey Jones live as they headline the Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival on the Main Stage on Sunday, March 23 from 3pm-5pm! Check out their music on all streaming platforms or visit https://www.smokeyjonesband.com/.

Performance:
Sunday, March 23 at 3:00PM

HEADLINER: THE CHERRY BOMBS: A JOAN JETT TRIBUTE

The Cherry Bomb delivers all Joan Jett, all the time. This high-energy tribute band is powered by a lineup of seasoned, professional musicians committed to capturing the raw power, grit, and unmistakable attitude of Joan Jett & the Blackhearts.

From chart-topping anthems to fan-favorite deep cuts, The Cherry Bomb recreates the sound and spirit of classic rock with precision and passion. Every performance is packed with driving guitars, bold vocals, and the unapologetic edge that defined a generation of rock ’n’ roll.

Authentic, electrifying, and undeniably powerful, The Cherry Bomb brings the full-throttle energy of Joan Jett to every stage—leaving audiences ready to crank it up and sing along.

Performance:
Saturday Stage 2: 2:30pm-4:30pm

HEADLINER: BRIARSUITE

Georgia’s good-time sunshine band, Briarsuite, has been making a name for themselves with their unmistakable blend of feel-good energy, tight musicianship, and infectious stage presence. Known for their special brand of joy, Briarsuite delivers performances that feel less like concerts and more like celebrations—inviting audiences to sing louder, dance harder, and stay a little longer.

Rooted in the spirit of community, Briarsuite was formed with one simple goal: to bring people together. Whether they’re lighting up a festival stage, energizing a private event, or creating the perfect soundtrack for a hometown gathering, their sound radiates warmth and authenticity. With rich harmonies, vibrant instrumentation, and an uplifting vibe that feels both fresh and familiar, the band creates an atmosphere where strangers become friends and moments turn into memories.

At the heart of Briarsuite is a deep belief that music is meant to connect us. Every show is an opportunity to celebrate life, joy, and the power of community. Through sunshine-soaked melodies and heartfelt performances, Briarsuite continues to build a reputation not just as a band—but as an experience.

Performance:
Sunday March 22nd on Stage 2 from 3-5pm

St. Patricks Day Shenanigans in Olde Town Conyers

Sakura is excited to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Conyers, Georgia this year! Sakura, the pink dragon, joined the Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival family in 2021 as our mascot, and she's been having fun meeting new friends, exploring new places and getting to know her home in Conyers!

Sakura will be a part of the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Olde Town Conyers on Monday, March 17th. The parade begins at 5:00PM, and Sakura would love for you to join her as she participates in St. Patrick's Day Shenanigans this year. This year's St. Patrick's Day events include the World's Fastest Growing St. Patrick's Day Parade, followed up with leprechaun look-a-like contest, best pet costume, Irish Dancers, food trucks and more.

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SAKURAS RAINBOW GARDEN

Visit Sakura’s garden where kids and adults alike can add their wishes and hopes to the Cherry Blossom Rainbow Chain Link! The garden will also host a free children’s art tent from the Rockdale County Chamber of Commerce to make Japanese windchimes. You'll also get to paint your hand on our community art project!

Enjoy animated story time sessions and educational seed crafting activities with the Rockdale County Master Gardeners. Watch the Ugly Butterfly show, spot strolling entertainment and look for Sakura, the festival’s pink dragon mascot, who will make special appearances in her garden throughout the weekend!

Meet LIVE turtles and snakes hosted by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources and learn all about the Japanese culture with the Japanese Consulate of Atlanta while listening to the soft melodies of the Japanese koto! Rainbowsy the clown will entertain you signing her children's books and making free balloon animals! You can also stop by the official CBF tent to get rainbow glitter hair!

MAKE JAPANESE WINDCHIMES W/ CHAMBER OF COMMERCE!

Japanese wind chimes, also known as furin, have a long history and hold significant meaning in Japanese culture. These beautiful chimes are traditionally made of glass or metal and produce a gentle tinkling sound when the wind blows.

In Japan, wind chimes are believed to bring good luck and prosperity. They are often hung outside homes during the warmer months as it is believed that their soothing sound can cool down the hot air. Usher in spring by making one of these beautiful windchimes with the Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce in Sakura's Rainbow Garden.

LIVE PAINTING GIVEAWAY! TAKE HOME HISTORY

Each day, talented artists from The Sketching Pad will create a stunning live painting of the festival. Enter our raffle for a chance to win one of these unique pieces! Winners can pick up their artwork after the festival and take home a special memento to celebrate our 45th Anniversary! What an amazing opportunity to take home a piece of history!

Proof of the Pudding Chef Demonstration

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Join us in the Render Turner Lake Petals & Plates Pavilion at the Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival for a live cooking demo with one of Proof of the Pudding 's premiere chefs, featuring a bold, spring-inspired menu that celebrates our roots and rainbow theme all weekend long.

BBQ Root Beer Smoked Pulled Pork Slider on soft potato slider rolls

Rainbow carrot & cabbage slaw—fresh, vibrant, and full of crunch

Root Beer–infused hummus topped with crispy garbanzo beans, smoked sumac spice, and lemon basil oil, served with pita crisps

Watch the chef cook live, share techniques and inspiration, and answer your questions—then taste it all for yourself with complimentary samples. This demo is all about honoring where we come from, celebrating bold flavors, and coming together around food that connects us.

Live chef demo

Interactive Q&A

Delicious samples

When to join us:

• Saturday, March 21: 11am–12pm & 3pm–4pm

• Sunday, March 22: 1pm–2pm

Come hungry. Leave inspired. Let’s celebrate spring—Rooted Together.

Proof of the Pudding is an award-winning company based in Atlanta, Georgia excelling in catering, events, and hospitality. Their remarkable journey includes serving clients across local, regional, and national levels. The Georgia International Horse Park is proud to partner with Proof of the Pudding as the venue's exclusive catering company and concessionaire. The proof truly is in the pudding!

Sakura Selfie Station

Meet the Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival's mascot, Sakura the pink dragon! Stop by the Sakura Selfie Station for your chance to capture your picture with Sakura! You can also catch Sakura on the stages, in Sakura's Garden or roaming the festival grounds. Be sure to say Hi!

Purchase Your Festival T-shirt

Stop by the Merchandise Booth to purchase a souvenir from the festival! The 2026 festival t-shirt portrays this year's theme ROOTED TOGETHER with the blooming of the cherry trees.

Prices:

2026 Official T-Shirt - $15

2025 T-Shirts $12

Small Canvas Painting Kit: $14

Small Canvas Painting Kit 2-Pack: $25

Medium Canvas Painting Kit: $15

Medium Canvas Painting Kit 2-Pack:$28

Small Mosaic Kit: $15

Large Mosaic Kit: $28

*Credit Card Only

Ultimate Air Dog Show

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Enjoy the high-flying action of the Ultimate Air Dog Show These dock diving dogs will amaze you as they compete for the longest jump. The show includes all breeds and all sizes of dogs. Competition takes place throughout both festival days. Have a ball watching these amazing animals leap for their favorite toy!

Ultimate Air Dog Show

Saturday, March 21st:
9:00AM: Check In and Practice
10:00AM: Splash 1
11:00AM: Check In and Practice
12:00PM: Splash 2
1:00PM: Check In and Practice
2:00PM: Splash 3
3:00PM: Check In and Fetch-It Practice
4:00PM: Fetch-It

Sunday, March 22nd:
9:00AM: Check In and Practice
10:00AM: Splash 4
11:00AM: Check In and Practice
12:00PM: Splash 5
1:00PM: Check In and Practice
2:00PM: Chase-It
3:00PM: Chase-It and Check-in for Finals
4:00PM: Finals

Also, donate to this year's DIVING FOR DOUGH for two chances per day to win a prize pack featuring a certificate to Countryside Veterinary Services, GIHP & Cherry Blossom swag and a featured artist item! Buy a numbered ball and at a specified time, all balls will be thrown in the pool. A dog will jump in and pick ONE ball each session. The ball that the dog picks is the lucky winner! Donations are any denomination starting at $1! Stop by at the table for a ticket!

Master of Ceremonies: Rob Clark

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The Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival is thrilled to bring back Rob Clark, Jr. as the Master of Ceremonies on the Render Turner Lake Main Stage on Saturday and Sunday. Rob is an internationally recognized keynote public speaker, master of ceremonies, TEDx speaker, and disc jockey. He has MCed and entertained at over a thousand events all over the US, Canada, and the Caribbean. His unique blend of humor, infectious energy, and warmth, make him a crowd favorite and sure to bring smiles to guests of all ages! He’s President of the National Speakers Association in Washington DC and has performed at numerous comedy clubs including the Punchline Comedy Club in Atlanta. Get ready to move and have fun at the Render Covington Stage with Rob! To contact Rob Clark: www.RobClarkJr.com

Shatterproof Media Green Screen Photo Booth

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Presented by Robins Financial Credit Union, come capture your fun memories at the Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival at the Shatterproof Media Photo Station! Grab your family and friends and smile for the camera for a photo keepsake you can share! This year, visit Mt. Fuji in Japan, twirl a parasol and wear a robe to get the full effect! We are also celebrating our 30th anniversary at the Horse Park: Run with the Torches with props and a fun Olympic background!

PRESENTS:

Painting with the Sketching Pad

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Ready to tap into our creative and artistic side? The Sketching Pad will be on site to help you get started! Visit The Sketching Pad during the festival at Booth #332, and purchase a small canvas, pottery, or wooden shape to paint on site with the guidance of The Sketching Pad team. Cost is $5 per shape.

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Treasures in the Trees

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Throughout the month of March, be on the lookout for "blossoms" along the trees, bushes and other structures along the trails while hiking any areas of the Big Haynes Creek Nature Center, located at the Georgia International Horse Park. These "blossoms" will be hiding each week with the goal to have various visitors find them to trade them in for a handcrafted nature-inspired keepsake created by some of our the festival’s featured artists.

Visitors who find a "blossom" stop into the Administration Office at the Georgia International Horse Park (located just across the road from Big Haynes Creek Nature Center) to get a free parking pass to the festival. Treasure finders can then bring the blossom to the Information Booth at the Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival on March 21 or 22 to collect their beautiful festival keepsake. So, look up, look down, look all around...and find treasures that await!

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Canvas & Mosaic Art Kits

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Enjoy creating your own artwork at home with Cherry Blossom Painting Kits, pre-sketched canvas, paint, brushes, and a full-length video tutorial to make sure that creating a masterpiece is a relaxing and enjoyable experience. Invite a friend or loved one to join you! Stop by the Merchandise Booth to purchase your kit during the festival.

Your Kit Includes:
Pre-sketched canvases
Four assorted paintbrushes
All colors needed
Access to full video tutorial (simply visit the like to the video on the postcard included)

Small Canvas Painting Kit: $14

Small Canvas Painting Kit 2-Pack: $25

Medium Canvas Painting Kit: $15

Medium Canvas Painting Kit 2-Pack:$28

Small Mosaic Kit: $15

Large Mosaic Kit: $28

*Credit Card Only

A Special Thanks To:

Interactive Childrens Area

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Kids can run, bounce and play for hours in the Interactive Children's Area. You can also climb the rockwall, see how high you can jump on the bungee jump, ride the train and much more.

Savory Selections

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What better way to experience different cultures than tempting your taste buds! Enjoy food from around the world with Greek, Thai, Mexican, Caribbean, Asian and more. Don't worry, we also have your festival favorites, so you can enjoy your funnel cake, turkey leg, shaved ice, nachos, hot dogs, and so much more!

2026 GQHA Introductory Show

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Experience the splendor and excitement of the GQHA Introductory Show, featuring equestrian competitions for all levels of riders. Set in a beautiful venue with top-notch judges and incredible awards, this event guarantees plenty of smiles, excitement, and unforgettable memories. The show offers free admission for spectators, making it the perfect addition to your visit to the Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival. The event will be held in the Charles Walker Arena and Oval Arena. And don't miss the featured Cherry Blossom Festival Speed Classes!

GQHA Introductory Show
March 21 & 22, 2026
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM (times vary with entries)

Join the Pink Out

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Be a part of the festival by participating in the Pink Out! Dress in the festival colors, decorate your stroller or wagon, and join in the festivities. Secret judges will be roaming the festival looking for the best dressed patrons and elaborately decorated strollers and wagons. If you get spotted, you will get Pinked and win fun festival prizes!

LIFESOUTH Blood Drive

Help save lives by donating to the LIFESOUTH Blood Drive during the Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival. The blood drive will take place on March 25 and March 26 between 10:00AM and 5:00PM. Donors must be 16 or older, weigh at least 110 pounds, and show photo I.D. 16-year-olds require written parental permission.

Register Here for Saturday
Register Here for Sunday

Festival Highlights

Spend the weekend at the Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival filled with tons of activities, such as great shopping, yummy food, children's activities, live entertainment and much more.

Shop:
Enjoy shopping among unique art and craft exhibitors for the opportunity to find the perfect gift, home accessory, clothing, jewelry and other items that are one-of-a-kind.

Play:
Children's games and activities will keep kids entertained for hours!

Experience:
Learn about and experience a variety of cultures through song and dance during one of the many cultural performances throughout the event.

Taste:
Tempt your taste buds at one of the many foods throughout the event. Enjoy food from around the world with Greek, Thai, Japanese, Italian, and American fare.

Listen:
Enjoy the sounds of live entertainment throughout the festival with a variety of live performances from bands and solo artists.

Win:
Look for a rainbow at each vendor's booth. If you find one, bring it to the info booth for a kid's prize! One rainbow per child, please!

Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival March 21-22, 2026

Festival Downloads

Awards

CHERRY BLOSSOM TREES FOR SALE!

Festival Featured Artists

HEADLINER: 4GONE

HEADLINER: SMOKEY JONES & THE 3 DOLLAR PISTOLS

HEADLINER: THE CHERRY BOMBS: A JOAN JETT TRIBUTE

HEADLINER: BRIARSUITE

St. Patricks Day Shenanigans in Olde Town Conyers

SAKURAS RAINBOW GARDEN

MAKE JAPANESE WINDCHIMES W/ CHAMBER OF COMMERCE!

LIVE PAINTING GIVEAWAY! TAKE HOME HISTORY

Proof of the Pudding Chef Demonstration

Sakura Selfie Station

Purchase Your Festival T-shirt

Ultimate Air Dog Show

Master of Ceremonies: Rob Clark

Shatterproof Media Green Screen Photo Booth

Painting with the Sketching Pad

Treasures in the Trees

Canvas & Mosaic Art Kits

Interactive Childrens Area

Savory Selections

2026 GQHA Introductory Show

Join the Pink Out

LIFESOUTH Blood Drive

Festival Highlights

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