The Sunday before March 17. A celebration of cherry blossoms and Japanese traditions such as origami and drumming. Call for information. Mid to late April. For the film enthusiasts, this is one of the oldest international film festivals, still going strong after 4 decades.
Tickets are relatively inexpensive, and screenings are very accessible to the general public.
Entries include new films by beginning and established directors. Call for a schedule or information. Cinco de Mayo remembers the victory of the Mexicans over the French at Puebla in 1862. Dancers, food and of course, mariachi bands, fill the Missions' streets. Bryant streets and ends at the Civic Center.