Greenport Cherry Blossom Festival, 'Run For The Petals' 5K Coming Soon

GREENPORT, NY — Greenport's Annual Cherry Blossom Petal Tour and "Run for the Petals" 5K race is set to bloom.

The event takes place on April 30; the run kicks off at 9 a.m. rain or shine.

Presented by the AgroCouncil, the event benefits the Village of Greenport's tree committee and the Village of Greenport Business Improvement District.

"The mission of the AgroCouncil is to help preserve the heritage and economies of local agricultural/aquacultural communities through education and awareness," a release said.

The Greenport Cherry Blossom petal tour includes a guide for self-touring the variety of cherry blossom trees, while dozens of restaurants and shops offer cherry blossom-inspired drinks, desserts and gifts in the village — designated an official Tree City by the National Arbor Day Foundation.

The cherry blossom bloom spans parts of early May and June, depending on the species of the trees and the weather.

Free maps of where to view the glorious trees will be available at all participating businesses as well as the AgroCouncil information center in the lobby of the Greenporter Hotel.

The event aims to promote village businesses and support village beautification, including BID and committee efforts to light the village for Christmas during winter and place flower boxes throughout Greenport in spring.

Recently, the Greenport Village BID collaborated with the Greenport Village tree committee to plant 13 new cherry blossom trees with the proceeds from last year’s festival.

"The colorful new trees provide a beautiful and safe outdoor space for residents and visitors and supported local businesses throughout the pandemic," a release said.

Registration for the run in advance for $30; the price includes a T-shirt. To register at the run, the cost is $35, with no free T-shirt. To register in advance, click here.