Posted in Connecticut Nature January 16, 2019 by Natalie Clunan

The Water Lantern Festival In Connecticut That’s A Night Of Pure Magic

There’s a water lantern festival heading to Connecticut and you won’t want to miss it! The evening promises to be truly magical as hundreds of glowing lanterns travel across the water. Bring the whole family for an engaging and illuminating night of fun.

The Water Lantern Festival has been making its way across the United States and soon will land in Connecticut. This incredible festival will take place Saturday, April 13, 2019 at Mill Pond Park in Newington.

April may seem like a long way off but tickets are already selling quickly. You'll want to grab your spot before the event is sold out!

The Water Lantern Festival starts at 4:00 when the gates open for unlimited access to food trucks, music, and fun. Then at 7:00 it will be time to make your lantern.

Whether you want to send a message to the world or share your inner dreams, putting pen to paper is a great way to express yourself.

Once you light your lantern, it will send off a soft glow illuminating your words, pictures, or designs. The lanterns are composed of rice paper and wood and are completely eco-friendly.

At 7:30 the launching begins. Hundreds of glowing lanterns will be sent out onto the water creating a captivating light show. Gather with friends, family, and complete strangers to celebrate life at this unique water lantern festival.

Save the date of April 13 and purchase your tickets now for this spellbinding event. Tickets start at $25 for adults, $12 for youth ages 8-14, and $0 for kids 7 and under (tickets must be reserved even though they are free). As the festival gets closer, prices for entry will increase, so purchase yours today online.

Do you know someone that would love this special festival? There’s another nighttime event coming even sooner to Connecticut that you’ll love. The next total lunar eclipse will be here before the month is out and it’s predicted to be spectacular.