Shillong Cherry Blossom Festival

The Shillong Cherry Blossom Festival is an annual event and has been a part of the Tourism Calendar since its inception in 2015. The first edition took place as a Biennale with two components as Outdoor & Indoor events where the initiative celebrated the religious, cultural and ethnic diversity of North East India through art, music and dance besides spreading awareness on environmental conservation.

Shillong Chamber Arts & Tourism Society (SCATS), the organizer of this year's Shillong Cherry Blossom Festival 2021, is looking forward to a successful event this year.

What to expect at Shillong Cherry Blossom Festival 2024?

Dates: 15th to 16th November 2024

Venue : RBDSA Sports Complex, Shillong

Time: 10:00 am to 06:00 pm

Highlights

The Cherry Blossom Festival celebrates the stunning bloom of cherry blossoms in Shillong, resembling the famous Japanese Hanami. The festival features:

• Akon will headline the festival, marking his first performance in India as part of his 'Superfan Tour'​
• Boney M (with Maizie Williams) will perform as part of their farewell tour​
• DJ R3HAB, a global electronic music star, will also take the stage​
• The festival's cultural highlights include a Japanese Village setup, with stalls featuring Japanese food, arts, and cultural performances​.
• Other activities include local cultural displays, beauty pageants, and a cherry blossom viewing experience.
• The festival attracts up to 30,000 visitors per day​

Tickets: Prices range from ₹1,609 for a single day to ₹15,253 for a VIP+ season pass​

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