Cherry Blossom Kite & Piñata Festival
The Kite and Piñata Festival is a free event for all ages that highlights Springfield’s sister city relationship with Isesaki, Japan and Tlaquepaque, Mexico.
2026 Kite and Piñata Festival
Celebrate culture and welcome spring at the Botanical Gardens!
Saturday, April 11, 2025, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Springfield Botanical Center and Springfield Botanical Gardens
2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield, MO
Activities
Bring a kite to fly on Saturday or another day on the great lawn or purchase a kite kit (cash or card) to build and decorate your own at the event. Piñatas will be available for whacking and kids can make their own mini piñata poppers.
Enjoy live cultural performances and browse a mini market featuring Japanese and Mexican snacks, candies, beverages and souvenirs.
Attractions
Take advantage of free admission to the Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. and view the historic Gray-Campbell Farmstead between the hours of 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Performance Schedule
More information to come.
Food Court
More information to come.
Vendors
Vendor applications are closed for the 2026 Festival.
Sponsors
More information to come.
Information Booths
More information to come.
Volunteers
The SSCA depends on volunteers to successfully create community events. Sign-up information will be available here.
Pet Policy
Pets are welcome outdoors, but should be comfortable and well-behaved in large crowds. Only service animals are allowed inside the Botanical Center. Standard park rules apply.
Location and Parking
Springfield Botanical Gardens at Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park
2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield, Mo.
Park Board staff will be on site to direct traffic and parking as needed. Please alert them of any mobility concerns and they will park you as close to the festival as possible.
Partners
