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Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival

Presented by Historic Philadelphia, Inc. at Franklin Square, Philadelphia PA

Jul 08 - 14 2019
Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival

Don’t miss the final weeks of the Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival in Franklin Square.

The spectacular Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival in Franklin Square is a celebration of light and culture that features artisans from China creating magnificent steel-framed and silk-wrapped giant lighted sculptures, using traditional Chinese methods. The 2019 Festival will illuminate Franklin Square at 6th & Race Streets in Historic Philadelphia until July 14th, with 30 larger-than-life illuminated displays made of 2,000 individual lanterns and 20,000 LED lights in brilliant colors.

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ADMISSION INFO

Franklin Square will be open during regular daytime hours. The Franklin Square Playground will continue to be open and free during the evening hours, accessible from 7th Street, and for festival-goers from inside the park. After 6 pm, the Chinese Lantern Festival requires tickets for entry. Advance tickets are strongly recommended.

Sunday through Thursday tickets:

  • $18 for adults
  • $12 for children (ages 3-12, 2 and under are free)
  • $16 for student (13-17), senior (65+), and active military (with I.D.)

Friday and Saturday tickets (Timed tickets required):

  • $20 for adults
  • $12 for children (ages 3-12, 2 and under are free)
  • $18 for student (13-17), senior (65+), and active military (with I.D.)

Group reservations for 20 or more guests can be booked in advance.

INDIVIDUAL DATES & TIMES*

Additional time info:

Open nightly through July 14, 2019, 6 – 11 pm; Franklin Square will be open during regular daytime hours. The Franklin Square Playground will continue to be open and free during the evening hours, accessible from 7th Street, and for festival-goers from inside the park. After 6 pm, the Chinese Lantern Festival requires tickets for entry. Advance tickets are strongly recommended.

* Event durations (if noted) are approximate. Please check with the presenting organization or venue to confirm start times and duration.

LOCATION

Franklin Square

200 North 6th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106

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