Over the weekend, folks could view more than two dozen vendors, non-stop entertainment and more to celebrate 55 years of the West Pittston Cherry Blossom Festival.
WEST PITTSTON, Pa. — A flowery festival is in full bloom over the weekend in Luzerne County.
Spring enthusiasts came out for the first day of the West Pittston Cherry Blossom Festival along Susquehanna Avenue.
The floral event features more than two dozen vendors, non-stop entertainment, and, of course, a parade to kick start all the fun.
The event also celebrated the 55th anniversary of the West Pittston Cherry Blossom Festival.
“I think everybody had a hard time this winter. It was cold, so just to feel the sun on your back and your face and have some lemonade and corn dog and just walk around with your family, it’s, it’s just going to be a great time this weekend and much needed break from that cold winter that we had,” The festival president Lori DeAngelo said.
The festivities kicked off at 11 a.m. and ended at 5 p.m.
Day two of the cherry blossom festival starts at 11 a.m. on Sunday.