Blossom Festival 2026: Cherry Blossom Season at CherryHill Orchards

Pack a picnic, bring the family, and spend an afternoon under blossom at CherryHill Orchards.

For three weeks each spring, Blossom Festival fills CherryHill’s Coldstream orchard with cherry blossom and a family-friendly kids hub. Yarra Valley Lodge makes just as natural a base for the family, close enough for the kids to still have energy left for a walk around the estate afterwards.

About Blossom Festival

Blossom Festival runs from 18 September to 4 October 2026 at CherryHill’s Coldstream orchard, when the cherry trees are in full bloom. It’s built around family days out, a kids hub with face-painting, craft and scavenger hunts, guided activities on weekends and a quieter pace through the week.

Bring a picnic blanket and something to eat, or add on a few extras: a professional photography session among the blossom, or a paired lunch and blossom visit with neighbouring Rochford Wines.

How to get there

If CherryHill is one stop among a few for the day, Tour The Valley can build it into a customised itinerary alongside other wineries and orchards, just ask our team to help set it up before you head out.

Good to Know

• A combined Yarra Valley Floral Day Pass covers both Blossom Festival and the nearby Tesselaar Tulip Festival on the one ticket, worth it if you’re keen to see both.
• The professional photography package can be added when booking or asked for on the day, though pre-booking is recommended since spots are limited.

Make it part of your stay

Blossom Festival runs for three weeks, which means plenty of days to choose from, whenever the timing and the light suit best. A Family Room gives everyone room to spread out afterwards, and there’s still time for a slow walk around the grounds, kangaroos out on the fairways most evenings, before settling in for in-room dining to end the day.

FAQs

What’s the best place to stay for Blossom Festival?
Yarra Valley Lodge is about 45 minutes from Melbourne, close enough for an easy weekend away, and once you’re staying in the valley, CherryHill is just minutes away.

Can I visit both Blossom Festival and Tesselaar Tulip Festival on one ticket?
Yes, the Yarra Valley Floral Day Pass covers both.

What time is breakfast at Yarra Valley Lodge?
Bella Restaurant serves breakfast from 7am to 10am on weekdays, 7:30am to 10:30am on weekends, a good start before a morning among the blossom.

What time is dinner at Yarra Valley Lodge?
Bella Restaurant is open daily from 12pm to 9pm for lunch and dinner.