Date and time
- Mon, Aug 18 2025, 9:15am - 3pm
Location
Auburn Botanic Gardens
STUDENTS, READY TO BLOOM?
Escape the stress of assignments and step into a world of pink petals and peaceful vibes at the Sydney Cherry Blossom Festival!Student ticket: $10
What’s in it for you?
- Insta-worthy cherry blossom trails
- Japanese live performances like Taiko drumming, Japanese dance, and Ikebana flower arranging
- Live music, manga workshops, and cultural performances
- Origami, manga drawing, and craft workshops
- Quiet forest bathing and mindfulness experiences
- Japanese Food Village: Ramen, mochi, matcha treats, and exclusive desserts like Gelato Messina’s “Aunty Tomsu’s Cheesecake Sundae” (on student expenses).
Students and Student Service Officer will meet and greet at Auburn Station at 9:15am.
After that we’ll travel by bus to the Auburn Botanic Gardens where the festival is being held.
Once we arrive, we will be transported into a world of beauty as you explore the gardens and take in all the sights
***IMPORTANT INFORMATION
- Bookings are essential and are capped at 20. Hurry! Registrations close Monday 11th August 2025 at 12:00pm.
- A $10 CASH deposit is then payable to MIT Finance on Level 7 after your register to hold your place and is due by Tuesday 12th August. Your registration will be automatically cancelled if the deposit is not paid by the deadline.
- Each student will have to ensure they have this amount ($20) added to their Opal card to cover the cost of the return prior to the day’s journey.
- If you can’t stay for the entire event, feel free to head out whenever you need.
**IMPORTANT** If you register for this event you are agreeing to participate and MUST attend, this is a non-refundable deposit in case of cancellation or NO show!