Hanami Nights

Enjoy special access to the Garden’s famous Kanzan trees!

Find a spot on Cherry Esplanade to enjoy the cherry blossoms, lit up for maximum effect, and savor the spring vibe with family and friends. Stroll in the Japanese Hill-and-Pond Garden and along Cherry Walk, and view a curated display of bonsai in the Visitor Center. The evenings feature live music and dance performances, a bar selling sake and Japanese beer, and Japanese snacks (while supplies last).

Bento boxes curated by the Garden’s new executive chef, Caroline Hahm, are available for advance purchase. Click +More Details for descriptions of each. Please note that outside food is not permitted.

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Know Before You Go

• Advance tickets required.


• Enter at 990 Washington Avenue. Nearest subways: 2/3 to Eastern Parkway—Brooklyn Museum or 4/5 to Franklin Avenue (no elevator).


• Doors open at 5 p.m. The event takes place on and around Cherry Esplanade and other areas of the Garden are closed. There is no reentry.


• You may bring a blanket or stadium chair (no folding chairs, please). There will be a small section reserved for wheelchairs and people who require a seat. If you require an accessibility accommodation, please contact visitorservices@bbg.org.


• Please observe all Garden rules, including:
  
  
  
  • Please do not lean on tree trunks, hang items from trees, or shake the cherry blossom branches.
  
  
  • No outside food or beverages. (Baby bottles and pocket snacks for individuals with dietary restrictions are allowed.)
  
  
  • Please properly dispose of your trash and do not pour liquids or ice on the lawn.
  
  
  
  


• If you purchase member-priced bento boxes and you are not a member, you will be contacted to pay the price difference plus handling fees.

Member Tickets

• BBG members: Use Membership Login (above) to unlock discounted tickets. Your username is your main membership email.


• Member Bento Boxes reflect a 10% discount. Please select the regular boxes if you are not an active member.

Rain Dates

In the event we must cancel due to weather, we will notify you by 2 p.m. and tickets and food purchase will transfer to the rain date, which is Tuesday, May 2 for Tuesday, April 25 or Wednesday, May 3 for Wednesday, April 26. Tickets are nonrefundable.

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