Macon: America’s Cherry Blossom Capital

#cherryblossom25 Macon, Georgia is home to over 350,000 Yoshino cherry trees—more than any other city in the world. Every March, this Southern city hosts the International Cherry Blossom Festival, celebrating the bloom with parades, hot air balloons, concerts, and fairground rides. Unlike the brief displays in many cities, Macon’s vibrant celebration lasts for ten days, transforming the area into a magical pink paradise that blends Southern charm with floral wonder.