This autumn, the Water Lantern Festival is making its dazzling return to Whittier Narrows Recreation Area. Thousands of glowing lanterns will float across the water, each carrying a unique message of hope, love, and dreams — creating a magical atmosphere that’s hard to beat. It’s no wonder this event was crowned the top Cultural Festival by USA Today for two years straight!
Since its beginnings in 2018, the festival has grown to include 34 cities around the world — from New York to Houston, Philadelphia to Washington D.C. –touching the hearts of over 130,000 people. Inspired by traditional lantern festivals in China, Vietnam, and Hawaii, the Water Lantern Festival is one of the few that takes place on water, offering a unique and mesmerizing moment.
Now it’s back near Los Angeles — from November 15 — 17, 2024 — where you can expect a serene setting of the soft glow of LED-lit lanterns reflecting off the water, accompanied by music and the warm sounds of families and friends gathered together. At the Water Lantern Festival, you can express yourself by decorating a lantern with your wishes, dreams, or a tribute to a loved one. As night falls, watch as your lantern joins hundreds of others, transforming the lake into a breathtaking tapestry of light that’s visually stunning and deeply meaningful. More than just a festival, it’s a moment of collective reflection and celebration.
🎟️ How To Get Your Ticket To The Water Lantern Festival
Learn more and get your tickets here. Each ticket provides everything needed for an unforgettable experience:
- A floating lantern kit crafted from eco-friendly materials like recycled wood and rice paper.
- An LED candle to light up your lantern.
- A commemorative drawstring bag and a marker to personalize your creation.
- Plus, the festival team handles lantern collection and cleanup afterward, ensuring the event stays as kind to the environment as it is to the heart.
Whether you’re attending with family, friends, or on your own, this is one event that promises a night of unforgettable memories. Join the Water Lantern Festival and be a part of this beautiful celebration of light, community, and connection!
📅 When: November 15 — 17, 2024
📍 Location: Whittier Narrows Recreation Area, 750 S Santa Anita Ave, South El Monte, CA 91733