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2026 Visiting Community Groups to CCP

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Deadline: Feb 27, 2026 5:00 pm (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
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Date: Mar 20, 2026 12:00 pm - Mar 29, 2026 9:00 pm (EST)
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Free

About the event

The Cherry Blossom Festival at Carolyn Crayton Park (CCP) is the entertainment hub of the festival, featuring amusement rides, shows and attractions, and concerts. CCP runs for 10-days, March 20-29, 2026, and has an estimated 80,000 guests.
Macon Georgia Cherry Blossom Festival
Macon Georgia Cherry Blossom Festival
Macon Georgia Cherry Blossom Festival
Macon Georgia Cherry Blossom Festival

About the application

The Cherry Blossom Festival is proud to host inclusive, community-focused events for all of Macon-Bibb and Middle Georgia. As part of our commitment to accessibility and education, we offer free admission to:

 

  • Organizations that provide services and support to individuals with disabilities
  • K–12 school groups visiting the Festival

 

How to Apply

  • Eligible visiting organizations and schools must complete the application below and specify the preferred date of attendance. Free admission to visiting groups is only offered Monday through Thursday, March 23–26, 2026.

 

Admission Guidelines

  • Free admission is provided for residents, students, and individuals supported by the organization, as well as staff or faculty with valid ID.
  • For student groups: One chaperone per five students will receive free admission. Additional chaperones or children not part of the designated student group will be required to pay the regular $10 admission fee.
  • Large facilities or organizations requesting to attend multiple days must submit a separate application for each date.

Deadlines & Confirmation

  • Applications are due by February 27, 2026.
  • If approved, a Festival team member will contact you to confirm the date and provide a PDF document with important check-in details including:
  • Number of attendees
  • Name of the on-site group supervisor
  • Confirmed visit date
  • Parking information

 

Please Note

  • The Festival at Carolyn Crayton Park follows a clear bag policy. For details, visit:
    https://cherryblossom.com/resources/policies-procedures/
  • Outside food and drinks are not permitted.

 

If you have any questions, please contact:

  • Katie Hart, Director of Operations at khart@cherryblossom.com

Questions on the application

User information

  • First name
  • Last name
  • Email

Business information

  • Business name
  • Legal business name
  • Contact name
  • Address
  • Email
  • Phone
  • Website (Optional)
  • Logo (Optional)

Additional information

  • Name of Organization
  • What date would you like attend with your group?
  • Time of Arrival *This can be an approximate. The Festival at Carolyn Crayton Park opens at 12:00 p.m. on the days open for community group visits.
  • Number of Team Members Attending from the Organization
  • Number of Guests from the Organization Attending *Does not include team members from the organization.
  • Name of Supervisor Onsite During the Visit to the Festival at Carolyn Crayton Park
  • Phone Number of Supervisor Onsite During the Visit to the Festival at Carolyn Crayton Park
2026 Visiting Community Groups to CCP
2026 Visiting Community Groups to CCP
Cherry Blossom Festival at Carolyn Crayton Park 2026 (CCP)