Discover the enchanting beauty of cherry blossoms without leaving Australia. The CherryHill Blossom Festival offers a unique and magical experience in Melbourne's Yarra Valley, rivalling the famous Sakura tree, or cherry blossom festivals in Japan.
This event not only celebrates the beauty of blossom season but also includes the beloved activity of cherry picking.
Visitors to the CherryHill orchards can enjoy cherry picking and enjoying the best tasting cherries straight from the orchard. This hands-on experience is a favourite summer tradition for many, allowing you to savour the best tasting cherries at their peak ripeness. Whether you're a cherry enthusiast or simply looking for a delightful day out, the CherryHill orchards provide a perfect blend of natural beauty and the joy of cherry picking.
Keep reading to learn about the one thing that makes these gorgeous cherry blossoms truly unique such as the chance to pick the best tasting cherries straight from the trees at the CherryHill orchards.
Cherry Blossom Festival Overview
The CherryHill Blossom Festival 2024 will be held from September 16 to October 6. During this magical period, CherryHill Orchards in the Yarra Valley transforms into a stunning landscape adorned with vibrant cherry blossoms. Visitors to the CherryHill Orchards can leisurely stroll through the picturesque backdrop of cherry trees, taking in the delicate fragrance and beauty of the cherry blossom season.
Key Activities for Visitors During Cherry Blossom Season
Aside from a favourite summer tradition such as cherry picking or savouring cherry ice cream, these are some of the activities visitors to the CherryHill Orchards can enjoy:
Cherry Blossom Delights including Cherry Ice Cream
Sip on cherry-based drinks from the on site café and food trucks.
Enjoy tasting the famous cherry ice cream.
Wash down the cherry ice cream by enjoying special cherry-based drinks featuring Four Pillars Gin.
High Tea Picnic
Enjoy a delightful high tea picnic with sandwiches, cheese, and other treats like cherry ice cream as a whole family at CherryHill Orchards.
Live Music and Workshops:
Listen to live music performances (Saturday and Sunday’s).
Participate in phone photography workshops to capture gorgeous cherry blossoms and snapshots of the live music performances (Thursday - Sunday).
Makers markets are being held on Thursday and Fridays with market stalls on Saturday and Sundays
Family-Friendly Activities:
Participate in giant lawn games as a whole family.
Kids can get creative with drawing competitions
Enjoy selfie photo opportunities with a cherry tree at CherryHill Orchards.
Vibe to live music on Saturdays and Sundays.
Enjoy ice cream from the on-site café and the food trucks as a whole family
What is the location of the CherryHill Orchards?
CherryHill Orchards is conveniently located just an hour from Melbourne CBD, making it an ideal destination for a spring getaway during the school holidays.
This year's Blossom Festival will be taking place at the CherryHill Orchards at Coldstream in the Yarra Valley:
739 Maroondah Highway, Coldstream, VIC, 3770 (Map)
When you reach CherryHill Orchards, look for the big red signs on either side of the driveway. Keep following the signs to the cherry hill orchard customer carpark when you enter the driveway. There is free on-site parking and pick up / drop off areas, near the main entrance.
Accessibility at CherryHill Orchards
For those with accessibility requirements, the visitor entrances and the main customer areas at CherryHill Orchards do not have steps. Accessible toilets are situated in the main customer areas and feature Braille signage and baby changing facilities. Pathways in the main customer areas are wide and suitable for wheelchairs and strollers.
There are also quiet areas throughout the CherryHill Orchards that guests can access if needed. We highly recommend that guests with sensory needs visit during the week, as the orchards are much more peaceful during these times.
How to secure your Cherry Blossom booking
This year Pelago is offering a variety of CherryHill Cherry Blossom Festival Tickets depending on the day you visit. We encourage you to book early, especially if you want to visit on the weekends, as those tickets sell out fast.
Pelago in partnership with Singapore Airlines is offering one lucky visitor the opportunity to win a trip for two to Japan worth $5,000*. Be sure to book your tickets via Pelago by Singapore Airlines to go into the draw to this prize which includes:
2x return economy flights aboard Singapore Airlines to Tokyo, Japan departing from one of seven Australian ports serviced by Singapore Airlines (Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Cairns, Adelaide, Darwin or Perth). The departure and return airport may be selected by the Winner. NOTE: Travel blackout dates apply across Christmas, Easter and School Holiday periods.
Four nights accommodation in Tokyo, Japan
AU$500 worth of Pelago experiences within Tokyo, Japan to make your trip a magical one!
To enter, make a booking via Cherryhill Orchard on Pelago. Next, submit a form to enter the draw by providing your name, email address and clicking the 'Submit Entry' button. *T&Cs apply
Attractions & Other Things to Do Nearby Cherry Hill Orchard:
Looking for a way to travel out to the Yarra Valley and make a day of it?
Jump on one of the Hop It bus services departing the Melbourne CBD which includes a stop at CherryHill during the festival
Witness the breathtaking Yarra Valley sunrise from 3000 feet
Experience a 60-minute hot air balloon ride getting a bird's-eye view of the vineyards and cherry blossoms of the Yarra Valley
Given it’s a Yarra Valley, a trip wouldn’t be complete without a visit to a winery
Located just 400m down the road from CherryHill is Dominique Portet Winery. Join the Estate Tour & Tasting Experience where they share 10 generations of winemaking experience.
Can’t get enough of CherryHill? Make sure you return for cherry picking in December!
Witness the Beauty of Cherry Season
The Cherry Hill Blossom Festival is a celebration of spring, beauty, and family fun. Whether you're there for that picturesque selfie with the gorgeous blossoms, a chance to savour cherry ice cream, a cherry picking opportunity, a trip to take in the first cherry trees or the variety of cherry blossom workshops and activities, it's an event that promises memorable experiences for all ages.
And what makes these blossoms truly unique is the fact that these first cherry trees bloom white compared to the pink hues of the Japanese cherry blossom. Now there’s a fun fact that may come up on your next trivia night.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to witness the cherry blossom magic in Melbourne.