Branch Brook Park

Pick one—or join us for many—of our fabulous featured events during the 2026 Essex County Cherry Blossom Festival, celebrating 50 years of this beloved spring tradition.
Visit each event’s calendar listing to learn more!

Cherry Blossom Challenge Bike Race
Saturday, April 11th
7am – 1pm
Oval, Northern Division

Cherry Blossom 10K Run
Sunday, April 12th
10am – 12pm
Cherry Blossom Welcome Center, Extension Division

One-Mile Fun Run/Walk
Saturday, April 18th
10am – 11am
Concert Grove, Southern Division

Essex County Family Day
Saturday, April 18th
11am – 3pm
Concert Grove, Southern Division

Bloomfest
Sunday, April 19th
11am – 5pm
Oval, Northern Division
and
Concert Grove, Southern Division

Cherry Blossom Talks
Wednesdays & Saturdays in April
11am
Cherry Blossom Welcome Center, Extension Division

Historic Cell Phone Tours
(973) 433-9047
Available ALL Season