Cherry Blossom Season in Ontario 2025: When and Where to Catch Peak Blooms

Cherry blossom season is one of Ontario’s most breathtaking springtime traditions. With parks from Toronto to Niagara bursting into shades of pink and white, the question on everyone’s mind is: When’s the best time to go?

Let’s break down the best cherry blossom spots in Ontario this year—and when to catch them in full bloom.

When Will Cherry Blossoms Peak in Ontario in 2025?

Cherry blossoms in southern Ontario are projected to peak in late April and early May. At the Royal Botanical Gardens (RBG) in Burlington and Hamilton, experts predict blooming will begin by the last week of April and stretch into mid-May.

That’s later than usual. In 2024, peak bloom hit around April 18, but this year’s cooler spring has delayed things by over a month.

What Affects the Bloom Timing?

Several natural elements impact bloom times:

Warm, above-freezing days
Soil temperature and moisture
Daylight hours
Wind exposure

Each location and tree type may bloom at different times. That’s why many parks will have waves of blossoms over several weeks.

Where to See Cherry Blossoms Across Ontario

Greater Toronto Area (GTA)

Toronto

High Park (1873 Bloor St. W.) – Toronto’s most iconic spot for cherry blossoms
Trinity Bellwoods Park (790 Queen St. W.)
Exhibition Place (100 Princes Blvd.)
Edwards Gardens (755 Lawrence Ave. E.)
Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (6 Garamond Crt.)

Scarborough

Birkdale Ravine (1297 Ellesmere Rd.)

Etobicoke

Centennial Park (256 Centennial Park Rd.)

Mississauga

Kariya Park (3620 Kariya Dr.) – A hidden gem inspired by Japanese gardens

Brampton

Joyce Archdekin Park (Main St. S.)

Ottawa

Confederation Park (Elgin Street)
Dominion Arboretum (Prince of Wales Drive)
Major’s Hill Park

Niagara Region

Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens (2565 Niagara River Pkwy.)
Queenston Heights Park (14184 Niagara Pkwy.)
McFarland Park, Niagara-on-the-Lake (15927 Niagara River Pkwy.)

Hamilton, Burlington, Oakville

Royal Botanical Gardens (RBG) – Burlington and Hamilton locations
Gage Park (1000 Main St. E., Hamilton)
Bayfront Park (200 Harbour Front Dr., Hamilton)
Spencer Smith Park (1400 Lakeshore Rd., Burlington)
Gairloch Gardens (1308 Lakeshore Rd. E., Oakville)

How to Track Peak Bloom

Before you pack a picnic, check these resources to time your visit:

High Park Bloom Tracker: HighParkNatureCentre.com
Royal Botanical Gardens Bloom Watch: RBG.ca
Cherry Blossom Hotline: Call 647-946-2547 for daily updates

Final Tips

Visit mid-week to avoid large crowds
Go early in the morning for better lighting and fewer people
Bring your camera and pack water—you’ll want to linger

Whether you’re chasing petals in the city or relaxing under the blooms in wine country, Ontario offers some of the most scenic cherry blossom experiences in Canada.

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