Through June 12, 2016, area visitors and travelers alike are converging on Franklin Square in the evening hours to experience the glow of night coming to life with brilliant and magical illuminations on display at the Chinese Lantern Festival.
This grand event is held in celebration of the 10th anniversary of Philadelphia’s revamped landmark park. Here’s what you can expect if you attend this uniquely enthralling affair…
There will be plenty of food and activities at the event, but let’s start with the main attraction: the vast array of spectacular illuminations, handcrafted by lantern artisans from China, including:
In addition to these magnificent original creations, visitors can also enjoy Franklin Square‘s permanent favorites such as the classic carousel and 18-hole mini-golf course!
The view alone is glorious, but there are also plenty of engaging activities for attendees of all ages:
Don’t forget to stop by the Dragon Beer Garden to enjoy culturally-inspired beer, wine, cocktails or non-alcoholic libations and delectable snacks in view of the 200-foot illuminated dragon centerpiece. Here’s a sneak-peek at some of the samplings that will be available:
Snacks:
Beer & Wine:
Cocktails and Mocktails:
Festival hours:
Ticket pricing:
Special group pricing is available for groups of 20 or more, and reservations must be made at least one week in advance. Group rates are as follows:
You can even host a special event at the festival pavilion for friends, family or colleagues! Rental packages start at $620.00 and include 3 hours of event time in the indoor Pavilion, entrance to the festival, carousel rides and more.
For more information about the event, visit the Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival website.
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