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Cherry Blossom Fest Secures Permanent Venue in New Shillong
✍️ The Meghalayan Express
🗓 01 Sep 2026, 08:38 AM
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The annual Cherry Blossom Fest has been allocated a permanent site in New Shillong, marking a milestone for the cultural event.
The Meghalayan Express reports that the popular Cherry Blossom Fest will now be held at a dedicated permanent venue in New Shillong. The decision follows years of the festival moving between temporary locations across the capital region.
Organisers say the fixed site will allow better planning of stages, food stalls and floral displays, enhancing the visitor experience and reducing logistical challenges. Local authorities have approved the land, citing the event’s contribution to tourism and cultural promotion.
The festival, which celebrates spring blossoms and regional arts, is expected to feature live music, traditional dance performances, and a showcase of local horticulture. Officials anticipate a rise in domestic and out‑of‑state tourists, boosting Shillong’s seasonal economy.
Stakeholders are also planning infrastructure upgrades around the venue, including improved parking and public transport links, to accommodate larger crowds in future editions.
Organisers say the fixed site will allow better planning of stages, food stalls and floral displays, enhancing the visitor experience and reducing logistical challenges. Local authorities have approved the land, citing the event’s contribution to tourism and cultural promotion.
The festival, which celebrates spring blossoms and regional arts, is expected to feature live music, traditional dance performances, and a showcase of local horticulture. Officials anticipate a rise in domestic and out‑of‑state tourists, boosting Shillong’s seasonal economy.
Stakeholders are also planning infrastructure upgrades around the venue, including improved parking and public transport links, to accommodate larger crowds in future editions.