You Can Drive Or Walk Through The Mesmerizing Asian Lantern Festival In Ohio This Year

If you’re looking for something fun to do outside with friends or family this month, consider attending one of Ohio’s most magical festivals. The Asian Lantern Festival at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo is an enchanting festival of lights that celebrates Asian culture in a truly magical way. Here’s why you’ll want to mark your calendars for this one-of-a-kind event:

Hosted by the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo and presented by Cleveland Clinic Children’s, the Asian Lantern Festival is lighting up the night until September 20.

On select dates throughout the month of September, the festival runs from 6:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. The dazzling lanterns are stunning, colorful and downright mesmerizing.

You can walk through the festival or take advantage of the drive-thru option. The drive-thru option is available from 7 p.m. - 11 p.m.

You'll also get to enjoy a variety of Asian food and beverages, such as Li Wah and King Wah.

Throughout the festival, you'll encounter a Panda Forest, Interactive Butterflies, Asian Zodiacs and several other exhibits.

Nightly, live acrobatic performances will also take place. This is one Ohio festival that's truly magical.

What do you think? Would you attend this festival? Share your thoughts and experiences with us!

Address: Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, 3900 Wildlife Way, Cleveland, OH 44109, USA

April Dray

April is the Ohio staff writer for Only in Your State. She is an Ohio native with a Bachelor of Science in Journalism from E.W. Scripps School of Journalism. With more than 10 years of writing experience and a background in news reporting for Ohio newspapers, she's published pieces in multiple print and online publications. When she's not on deadline or chasing after her toddler, she's hunting for hidden gems in Ohio or getting lost in a good book.

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