LanternFest 2026

A celebration of community! Gates open at 5:30pm, music begins at 6:30pm.

This a magical night of music, games, fun & festivities culminates in a parade of light that ends at Knights Pond with the launching of water lanterns.

Enjoy the food and goodies for sale or bring your own picnic dinner. *No alcohol*

We encourage everyone to bring parade lanterns that you’ve made at home, or make one that night for a suggested donation of $2-$5

This is a free event. Suggested donations $5 per person, $20 per family taken at the entrance gate or at various booths inside LanternFest. Cash, checks payable to: SoBo Central, online donations with credit card appreciated.

Please register for the number of people in your group and show registration to the parking attendant.

No dogs, No alcohol, Bring a flashlight for walking back to your car, and carpool when you can!

LanternFest 2026

Celebrating Community!