SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — The Springfield Sister Cities Association has announced the date for the Cherry Blossom Kite and Piñata Festival for 2025.
On Saturday, Apr. 5, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., the free festival will take place at the Springfield Botanical Gardens at 2400 S. Scenic Avenue.
Guests are encouraged to bring a kite to fly on the lawn, or you can purchase a kite to build or decorate at the event.
Event goers can enjoy live cultural performances and browse vendors featuring Japanese, Mexican and American cuisine and souvenirs…