Harvest Moon Lantern Festival
Bailey Lake Park hosts the Harvest Moon Lantern Festival, featuring a mass lantern launch. Guests can enjoy live music and food vendors from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM before designing lanterns for a sunset launch over the lake.
What to Expect
Floating lanterns launched across Bailey Lake
Event Details
Duration
4 hours
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Local Life Magazine
Food & Drink
Food vendors available
Local Insight & Ratings
Scare Factor
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and couples
Vibe
Magical and festive
Energy Level
Low to medium
Budget
$$
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Medium
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: $$ – Get tickets
- Pets: No pets allowed (service animals welcome)
Tips & Advice
- Arrive between 5:00 PM and 6:00 PM to fully enjoy the live music, food vendors, and shopping before the lantern design and launch.
- Consider bringing a picnic blanket or chairs for comfortable seating during the music and before the lantern launch.
- Youth tickets (ages 6-12) include a scavenger hunt entry for a chance to win a giveaway.
- Lanterns are collected and removed after the event to help with cleanup efforts.
- Day-of tickets are available but are priced higher than advance purchase tickets.
Special Events & Promotions
- Portion of ticket proceeds supports cleanup efforts.
- Day of event tickets are available at a higher price.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is included with a ticket?
Adult tickets include entry and a floating lantern kit with a candle and marker. Youth tickets include the same plus entry into a scavenger hunt giveaway. Kids 5 and under are free but do not receive a lantern kit.
What time is the lantern launch?
The lantern launch is scheduled to begin around 7:30 PM after sunset.
Can I bring my own food and drinks?
The event description mentions picnicking is welcome, suggesting outside food and non-alcoholic drinks are permitted.
What happens to the lanterns after the launch?
A portion of the ticket proceeds goes towards collecting and removing the lanterns from Bailey Lake after the festival.
Are there any age restrictions?
The event is suitable for all ages, with specific ticket pricing for youth (6-12) and free admission for children 5 and under.
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We've done our best to keep details up-to-date, but event schedules, prices, and policies can change. For the latest updates, please visit the official website or contact the organizers directly.